Alanis Morissette brought an old Hollywood memory into the spotlight during a recent Los Angeles concert. The singer called out her former “Dogma” co-star Ben Affleck while discussing comments people have made about her over the years. She also included a moment from their 1999 film in the performance. The remark quickly drew mixed reactions online.
Alanis Morissette recalls Ben Affleck’s alleged sexuality comment during LA show
Morissette made the comment during her “Butterfly with a Machete: A Rock Traumedy” residency. “I’ve even had a guy ask me why I didn’t lead with my sexuality,” she told the crowd. “Thank you, Ben Affleck,” she added.
A fan video captured the moment before Morissette played a scene in which Affleck’s “Dogma” character, Bartleby, dies as his head explodes.
Morissette played God in Kevin Smith’s 1999 comedy, which also starred Affleck, Matt Damon and Salma Hayek. Her reference to Affleck prompted jokes about her role in the film. “God doesn’t have sexuality, Ben,” one person wrote. Another fan said, “Just when I thought I couldn’t love her more she goes and explodes Ben Affleck’s head.”
The concert comment also came shortly after Morissette discussed her sexuality on the “Handsome” podcast. During the Nov. 3 episode, host Fortune Feimster asked if men who hurt her had ever made her want to be a lesbian, and Morissette replied, “I’m pansexual, so, yeah.”
Then co-host Tig Notaro asked Morissette if she was “really pansexual,” which means that she feels attraction toward people regardless of their gender identity or sex. “I am,” the singer confirmed.
Her podcast exchange added context to the subject she raised during the Los Angeles show. Morissette’s concert remark has brought renewed attention to her past exchange with Affleck. Her decision to name him during the performance has also sparked debate among fans about the decades-old comment.
