Jean Smart Says Her Son “Lost His Mind” Over Trisha Paytas Appearing In ‘Hacks’ Season 5’s ‘Amazing Race’ Episode: “I Wasn’t Familiar With Her”
Jean Smart shared that her 17-year-old son was extremely excited about Trisha Paytas appearing as herself in a celebrity-themed episode of 'Hacks' Season 5, despite Smart not being familiar with Paytas beforehand. The episode features a parody of 'The Amazing Race' with real-life personalities including the Property Brothers and J.R. Smith, where Smart’s character and Kaitlin Olson’s are ultimately eliminated. Though the elimination was a comedic failure, it served as a meaningful bonding moment between the characters.
- ▪Jean Smart's 17-year-old son reacted with extreme excitement upon learning Trisha Paytas would appear on 'Hacks'.
- ▪Trisha Paytas appeared as herself in Season 5, Episode 5 of 'Hacks', titled 'D’Amazing Race'.
- ▪The episode parodies 'The Amazing Race' and includes real celebrity contestants such as the Property Brothers, J.R. Smith, and Richard Jefferson.
- ▪Jean Smart and Kaitlin Olson filmed a challenging goat milking scene, which Smart cited as a highlight of the episode.
- ▪Deborah and DJ are the first team eliminated from the race, but the experience strengthens their mother-daughter relationship.
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