In a viral moment from the August 27, 2025, episode of ‘Hot Ones Versus,’ Luis Guzmán, Jennifer Lopez’s former co-star, delivered a brutally honest and minimalist assessment of her acting abilities, simply describing her as ‘OK’ during a one-word game. This stark contrast to his effusive praise for other collaborators like Adam Sandler and Catherine Zeta-Jones created an awkward and humorous scene that quickly captured online attention.
Guzmán was participating in the interview alongside his ‘Wednesday’ castmates Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, and Joy Sunday. Emma Myers initiated a segment where she listed Guzmán’s previous collaborators, and he had to respond with one word for each. When Sandler was mentioned, Guzmán enthusiastically said ‘amazing,’ and for Zeta-Jones, he used the Italian word ‘bellissima,’ meaning beautiful. However, for Jennifer Lopez, his response was a dismissive shrug and the word ‘OK,’ which left his colleagues visibly shocked and amused, with Ortega giggling and shaking her head, and Sunday gasping in surprise.
The actor’s blunt comment refers to his work with Lopez in the 1998 film ‘Out of Sight,’ where he played the character Chino opposite her role as Federal Marshal Karen Sisco. Despite Guzmán’s lukewarm evaluation, Lopez has built a formidable career spanning over two decades in both film and music. She gained fame with roles in ‘Selena,’ which earned her a Golden Globe nomination, and later starred in hits like ‘The Wedding Planner,’ ‘Monster-in-Law,’ and more recently, Netflix’s ‘The Mother’ and ‘Atlas.’ Her music career includes nine studio albums and numerous awards.
Social media reactions were swift and overwhelmingly humorous, with many users praising the moment for its authenticity. Comments on the YouTube video of the interview expressed amusement, with one user writing, ‘The J.lo jab had me weak,’ and others noting the unexpected nature of Guzmán’s honesty. The clip quickly spread across platforms like Twitter and Instagram, becoming a trending topic.
This incident echoes a past controversy involving Lopez herself; in a 1998 Movieline interview, she made critical remarks about several A-list actresses, including Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz, which she later clarified were taken out of context. This historical parallel adds an ironic layer to the current situation, highlighting how celebrity perceptions can shift over time.
As of now, representatives for both Lopez and Guzmán have not responded to requests for comment from various media outlets. Lopez is currently focused on her upcoming project, ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman,’ a musical thriller adaptation set for release in October 2025, while Guzmán continues his role as Gomez Addams in the popular Netflix series ‘Wednesday,’ which is airing its second season.
The moment serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of live interviews and the enduring public fascination with celebrity dynamics. It also underscores Guzmán’s reputation for straightforwardness, which has endeared him to fans, and may lead to further discussions about Lopez’s legacy and public image in the entertainment industry.