Overview

• Mischa Barton revealed on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast that she had an off-screen romance with her 'The O.C.' co-star Ben McKenzie when she was 17 and he was 25.
• Barton described the relationship as her first and admitted to feeling overwhelmed and unprepared for the complexities it introduced on set.
• The actress discussed the challenges of being the youngest cast member and experiencing many 'firsts' while on the show, including losing her virginity.
• Producers and Barton's parents were concerned about the age gap and the impact of the relationship on the show's dynamics.
• Barton and McKenzie have previously denied dating rumors, but Barton's recent revelations have brought new attention to their past relationship.