Child actors unfortunately don't always have the best experiences in Hollywood at their young ages, but Lacey Chabert has nothing but praise for her "Party of Five" gig. The Hallmark star says she's beyond thankful to have played the character of Claudia Salinger, and she added that the violinist was often ahead of the actor's real life.
"It was a little bit of a different way of growing up, and not everyone can relate to it," Chabert shared in an episode of the "Hey Dude... The 90s Called!" podcast. She continued by saying her character actually had to have her first kiss on screen before the actor had one in real life, and she ultimately went through all the awkward teenage phases along with Claudia (per People).
When speaking with Vulture, the Hallmark veteran admitted it was mortifying having her co-stars see her kiss a boy for the first time, and she was often embarrassed when filming those "firsts" scenes. However, the rest of the show's cast did contribute to Chabert's positive experience on set, making it easier for her to grow up in the public eye (via People). "When I think back on it now as a mom, especially now, I am so lucky that I was surrounded by such wonderful people," the Hallmark star said of her "Party of Five" colleagues, adding that they were always supportive and gentle while she was going through delicate adolescent moments.
