One Tree Hill's Chad Michael Murray and James Lafferty Reflect on the Show and Its Lore
Chad Michael Murray and James Lafferty, who played half-brothers Lucas and Nathan Scott on the popular series One Tree Hill, recently spoke with PEOPLE for the Sexiest Man Alive issue. The show aired from 2003 to 2012 and marked its 22nd anniversary with this reunion.
Onscreen, their characters often clashed, but offscreen, the actors share a genuine friendship filled with laughter. James Lafferty, now 40, recalls,
“The only times I couldn’t stop laughing were when I was shooting scenes with him.”Chad Michael Murray, 44, adds,
“It was only good times. Really, really good times.”
Insights on Basketball and Casting
James Lafferty shared some behind-the-scenes details about preparing for the role, saying,
“During auditions I had to play one-on-one and failed miserably. I immediately got a basketball coach for the summer.”He noted that playing basketball in high school made the role a natural fit since he was close in age to his character.
Reunion and Continued Popularity
The reunion was part of the PEOPLE magazine feature focused on the Sexiest Man Alive issue, highlighting the lasting impact of One Tree Hill and its characters. Fans remain interested in debates such as the “Naley vs. Leyton” couples from the series.
For more content including interviews with cover star Jonathan Bailey, fans are encouraged to check the latest issue of PEOPLE.
Summary: Chad Michael Murray and James Lafferty celebrate their lasting friendship and the legacy of One Tree Hill, reflecting fondly on their time as brothers onscreen and sharing behind-the-scenes stories.
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