Jenny McCarthy Recounts Telling Steven Seagal ‘F— You’ When He Allegedly Asked Her to Remove Her Dress During an Audition

**Jenny McCarthy Revisits Claims of Misconduct Against Steven Seagal**

Jenny McCarthy has recently revisited her allegations against actor Steven Seagal, claiming that he made inappropriate requests during her audition for the 1995 action film, *Under Siege 2*. This account was shared during her podcast, *The Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg Show*, where she discussed the challenges faced by young actresses in the industry.

Reflecting on her past, McCarthy, now 53, recounted an audition experience that left her feeling alarmed and uncomfortable. She explained to her guest, actress Selma Blair, how excited she was to audition at that time, having just begun her career as a Playmate. In an attempt to be taken seriously, she wore a modest floral muumuu dress to the audition. However, McCarthy alleges that Seagal, who starred in the film, behaved inappropriately.

According to McCarthy, upon entering the audition room, Seagal invited her to sit on the couch, while dressed in his unusual attire. She described an increasingly discomforting exchange, where Seagal purportedly urged her to move closer and later commented on her dress, implying he needed to see more of her figure. The actor allegedly stated, “I can’t really tell what your body looks like in that dress,” prompting McCarthy to feel compelled to respond assertively.

In a burst of frustration, McCarthy claimed that she told Seagal to “go buy my Playboy video for $19.99” before leaving the audition. However, the allegations did not end there. She recounted a further encounter in which Seagal reportedly chased her to her car, grabbing her arm and admonishing her not to speak of the incident to anyone. Despite being relatively unknown at the time, McCarthy revealed that she was quick to expose Seagal’s behaviour shortly after gaining fame.

McCarthy first came forward with her allegations in 1998, and revisited them again in 2017 during the broader conversation about sexual misconduct in Hollywood. At that time, she noted that Seagal had asked her to lower her dress to view her breasts, an experience that left her feeling “disheartened.” She reflected on the troubling thought that she may not have been the only actress subjected to such demands.

Since McCarthy’s claims began to circulate, Seagal’s representatives have denied the allegations. A spokesperson for the actor did not provide additional comments when approached by reporters recently. Previous allegations against Seagal in 2017 included various accusations from other women in the industry, including actresses Portia de Rossi and Julianna Margulies.

De Rossi documented her experience on social media, revealing that during her final audition with Seagal, he made inappropriate comments while unzipping his trousers. Similarly, Margulies spoke of a disturbing invitation from a casting director linking Seagal’s hotel room to a discussion about their scene for the film *Out for Justice*.

The increasing number of accusations has raised serious concerns about the actor’s conduct. In addition to the allegations made by McCarthy and others, Regina Simons, an extra in Seagal’s film, *On Deadly Ground*, accused him of rape, further intensifying scrutiny surrounding his behaviour.

The conversation surrounding sexual misconduct in the entertainment industry has prompted many to come forward with their experiences, echoing a larger movement advocating for accountability and justice. McCarthy’s decision to revisit her claims allows for a renewed reflection on the challenges that many women face during auditions and the pervasive culture of silence surrounding such incidents.

As the discourse continues, the film industry is left grappling with its legacy of misconduct, encouraging people to speak out and share their stories. McCarthy’s re-emergence of her allegations against Seagal underlines the ongoing need for dialogue about behaviour deemed unacceptable in professional environments, particularly for women trying to make their mark in the entertainment world.

With the responses from Seagal’s camp remaining largely absent, the unfolding narrative raises pressing questions about the responsibility of those in power and the imperative to create a safe and respectful environment for all artists.