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Tatyana Ali Details 1999 Jawbreaker Bullying as Rose McGowan Reaffirms Support

Ali shared on Instagram her experience as the sole high school student on the 1999 cult teen comedy set, spotlighting McGowan’s on-the-spot defense.

Tatyana Ali and Rose McGowan
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Overview

  • Ali revealed she faced bullying from an unnamed co-star during the 1999 filming of Jawbreaker when she was still in high school.
  • She posted throwback photos on Instagram May 23 to recount the incident and express gratitude for her co-star’s intervention.
  • Rose McGowan responded in the comments with “I’d do it again,” adding red heart emojis and praise for Ali.
  • Jawbreaker, directed by Darren Stein, earned cult status over 25 years despite grossing $3.1 million on a $3.5 million budget.
  • Co-stars Rebecca Gayheart and Julie Benz have previously described the shoot as intense, noting high-pressure dynamics mirrored the film’s tone.