Taylor Swift Surprises Josh Charles and Ethan Hawke with Moon Person Trophies for 'Fortnight' Video Success
Josh Charles and Ethan Hawke were pleasantly surprised to receive Moon Person trophies from Taylor Swift after the success of her music video "Fortnight." The actors were part of the video that won Video of the Year at the MTV VMA Awards in September 2024. Charles expressed his gratitude towards Swift for recognizing their contribution to the video and making sure they received the trophies. He praised Swift as a class act for her thoughtful gesture.
In April 2024, Charles and Hawke made a cameo in Swift's "Fortnight" music video, surprising fans with their appearance. Charles shared his excitement about reuniting with Hawke years after their collaboration in the film Dead Poets Society. He mentioned that keeping the cameo a secret was challenging, even admitting that he didn't tell his kids until recently. The actors had a fun and memorable experience working on the music video, thanks to Swift's crew who treated them with respect and laughter throughout the shoot.
Reflecting on the day they spent filming the music video, Charles shared his appreciation for the camaraderie and joy they experienced on set. He highlighted the laughter and shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of their time together. Hawke also hinted at the possibility of reprising their roles from Dead Poets Society in future projects, suggesting a playful idea of appearing as Todd and Knox in various settings. The actors' collaboration with Swift on "Fortnight" brought back fond memories and created a special bond between them.