Courtney Stodden Slams Jason Alexander Over Resurfaced Skit
Courtney Stodden Speaks Out About Uncomfortable Comedy Sketch with Jason Alexander
What Happened?
In 2012, a comedy sketch was filmed for the website Funny or Die called "The Donny Clay Show with Courtney Stodden." Here’s what you need to know:
- Courtney Stodden was 17 years old at the time
- Jason Alexander (famous for playing George Costanza on Seinfeld) was 52 years old
- Stodden’s then-husband Doug Hutchison (age 51) was also in the sketch
- The sketch featured Stodden in a bikini while Alexander wore a polo and blazer
The Problematic Moments
Stodden recently shared a screenshot from this sketch on Instagram and described what happened:
Important Point
Stodden says Alexander repeatedly rubbed a phone across her chest while making sexual comments:
- He said there was "no signal" in her head but "plenty of signal" in her chest
- He joked that when she turned 18, he’d like to take her behind the couch and "have his way" with her
Additional concerns Stodden raised:
- She was a minor (under 18) during filming
- Adults signed the contracts – not her
- The paycheck went to her husband Doug Hutchison
- She was the only child in the room during production
- She felt "so alone" during the experience
Background on the People Involved
| Person | Role | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Courtney Stodden | Actress/model | Was 16 when she married Doug Hutchison in 2011; now 31 and speaking out |
| Jason Alexander | Actor/comedian | Seinfeld star (George Costanza); listed as writer of the sketch on IMDb; now 66 |
| Doug Hutchison | Actor | Lost actor; married Stodden at 51 when she was 16; divorced in 2017 |
Important Point
Stodden has previously claimed Hutchison groomed and verbally abused her during their marriage. Hutchison has denied these accusations and says their relationship was a "love match."
Jason Alexander’s Apology
After Stodden’s Instagram post, Alexander responded with an apology:
- He agreed it was inappropriate – "I completely agree that it was inappropriate and I truly regret it."
- He apologized for harm caused – "I am deeply sorry for any harm or distress it has caused Ms. Stodden."
- He offered sincere apologies – "I offer her my sincerest apologies."
Stodden’s Call for Change
Stodden didn’t just want an apology – she wants real change. She asked Alexander to:
Support AB 1267 – A California bill that would ban child marriage (prevent minors from getting marriage licenses or domestic partnerships)
Donate to Unchained at Last – A nonprofit organization working to end child marriage in the United States
Important Point
Alexander reportedly donated $15,000 to Unchained at Last after Stodden’s request.
Stodden explained her goal: "To create a future where children are better protected and where adults in positions of power are held to a higher standard."
Summary
- A 2012 comedy sketch featured 17-year-old Courtney Stodden and 52-year-old Jason Alexander
- Stodden says Alexander made sexual comments and gestures toward her during filming
- As a minor, she had no legal power to consent – adults controlled contracts and payment
- Alexander apologized after Stodden spoke out publicly
- Stodden is using this moment to advocate for stronger child protection laws, specifically against child marriage
- Alexander donated $15,000 to an anti-child-marriage organization
FAQ
Why is Stodden talking about this now, years later?
Stodden explained: "The older I get, the more impossible this is to understand." As an adult looking back, she recognizes how inappropriate the situation was when she was a child.
What is "grooming" that Stodden mentioned?
Grooming is when an adult builds trust with a child or teenager over time to manipulate them for sexual purposes. It often involves making the young person feel special, isolating them from others, and slowly crossing boundaries.
What is AB 1267?
AB 1267 is a proposed California law (Assembly Bill 1267) that would completely ban marriage for anyone under 18 – no exceptions. Currently, some states allow minors to marry with parental consent or judge approval.
What is Unchained at Last?
Unchained at Last is a nonprofit organization founded by survivors of forced and child marriage. They work to change laws and help people escape forced marriages in the United States.
Did Jason Alexander face any consequences besides apologizing?
The article doesn’t mention any professional consequences for Alexander. However, he did make a $15,000 donation to Unchained at Last at Stodden’s request, and publicly acknowledged his behavior was wrong.