Dax Shepard Initially Disliked Eric Dane
Dax Shepard recently opened up about his initial feelings toward actor Eric Dane during an interview with CNN. Shepard admitted that he “hated” Dane when they first met, describing a tense encounter at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting.
Dax Shepard on His Initial Dislike for Eric Dane
During the interview, Shepard recounted an incident that nearly escalated into a fistfight. “I thought he was a bit of a bully,” he recalled, regarding a threatening incident involving a younger member of their AA group. The situation quickly became heated, leading Shepard to challenge Dane to step outside for a confrontation.
Understanding and Friendship Developed Over Time
Despite their rocky start, Shepard and Dane continued attending AA meetings together. Over time, their animosity transformed into mutual understanding and respect. “We kept coming back to the same meeting,” Shepard said, reflecting on the journey over the subsequent two years.
- Shepard remembered Dane’s share about his traumatic childhood, revealing a deep and tragic personal history.
- Dane’s father committed suicide when he was a child, which left a lasting impact on him.
- This shared experience of growing up without a father led to a deeper connection between the two men.
Shepard noted that Dane’s struggles for masculine validation resonated with him. Their relationship evolved, leading to moments of genuine admiration. “I can’t believe I’m gonna say this, but that’s one of my favorite shares I’ve ever heard,” Shepard remarked about one of Dane’s discussions during a meeting.
A Deepening Bond
The turning point in their relationship came when Dane expressed his admiration for Shepard. “I think I’ve come to fall in love with Dax,” he said during a share, marking the beginning of their friendship.
Following this revelation, Shepard began visiting Dane at home, where they continued to connect over their troubled pasts. “I came to fall in love with a very scared man trying and hoping he had become a man,” Shepard shared. By the end of their journey together, Shepard realized, “I ended up loving him so much.” This transformation from dislike to friendship highlights the complexities of personal relationships forged in the crucible of recovery.
