Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood Reveal Hidden Love Scene and Social Media Secrets

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“Rick and Chelsea, may your souls be tied forever.”

Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood initially connected through a message from their producer, David Bernad, without any preliminary chemistry tests or read-throughs. Before they ever crossed paths in real life, the future co-stars were still strangers.

He stated, ‘I’m born under Scorpio,’ to which I replied, ‘I have a Scorpio moon.’ We were both at a loss for words after that. Then, he said, ‘Let’s meet in Thailand!'” Wood chuckles and looks towards Goggins for confirmation, who responds with a nod. The duo had only crossed paths once since the February premiere gathering. It’s now the first weekend of May.

Quite a bit has transpired since then. Notably, HBO’s “The White Lotus” Season 3 arrived and departed. Viewers found themselves captivated by the enigmatic Rick Hackett and his bohemian partner, Chelsea. Their romance was a tumultuous, intricate tale that saw Chelsea persistently trying to rescue her boyfriend from a downward spiral as he grappled with the knowledge that the man suspected of murdering his father was nearby. Regrettably, that spiral proved too powerful, leading to the tragic end of both Rick and Chelsea.

Goggins mentions that they hadn’t met during their stay for about a day or two as he was deeply introspective. Later, he invited her over for lunch. She recalls feeling unsure of what to order and asked him to choose instead, admitting she was quite anxious.

Goggins was nervous, too. But their journey started before she reached the table.

As soon as she turned the corner, he thought to himself, “This is going to succeed,” and two minutes into our discussion, it seemed as though I had been acquainted with this person for a century.

OR

Upon seeing her round the corner, he instinctively sensed, “This is going to pan out,” and it was only two minutes into our talk that it felt like I’d known this individual for a lifetime.

They started their custom of shared meals. During their stay at the Four Seasons in Thailand, with the filming schedule keeping them mostly occupied within their individual character spheres – Carrie Coon, Leslie Bibb, Michelle Monaghan in one group, Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sam Nivola, and Sarah Catherine Hook in another, and Chelsea and Rick in yet another – Schwarzenegger often organized group dinners or breakfasts for debriefing. However, this proved to be overwhelming for the pair.

Goggins stated, ‘I didn’t want to come off as rude, it wasn’t intentional at all, I simply felt the need to remain in that environment.’ Wood concurred, ‘We both found it hard to cope.’

She calls them “the swift ones” that dart in, snatch food, and quickly depart. Yet, Goggins points out, there was always a positive atmosphere about them, making it unnecessary for me to inquire further.

Indeed, he’s well-informed about the gossips. In several conversations, Isaac has hinted at the strife on set, remarking that while there were fewer actual deaths, the behind-the-scenes dynamics were just as dramatic as portrayed in the series.

As a film enthusiast, I’ve never found myself residing on a film set before this unique experience. For the first time, we were all immersed in something akin to a reality TV show. Reflecting upon it, I believe both my co-worker and I grapple with work-life balance as it is, and this situation made it even more challenging because there was no physical separation to distinguish one from the other.

Ever since he started working on “Fallout,” Goggins has kept his distance from many of the cast members due to putting in 70 hours a week. While they all gathered to watch the finale at an event, he was off by himself, attending a late-night engagement in New York.

Initially, he mentions he likely wouldn’t have attended anyway. However, after just 15 minutes of talking about the finale, they both become emotional, and he confesses to Wood, “I deeply wish I could have seen this with you. It was incredibly healing yet excruciating, and I truly regret it.

While engrossed in the movie, I found myself noticing something simultaneously with my viewing partner – a crucial Chelsea and Rick love scene seemed conspicuously absent. In the finale, they shared an emotional reunion on the beach followed by a heart-to-heart discussion about their relationship in their bedroom. Wood pointed out that it had a “similar vibe” to their breakfast scene where they declared their love for each other, leaving no doubt of their affection for one another. The scene also included an intimate moment between them.

During the planning process, we carefully crafted every detail, including the initial love scene where Chelsea annoys Rick, and ended with Rick rescuing Chelsea in the final episode. The entire sequence was incredibly intricate, as the director explains.

Goggins mirrors her sentiments. Although the initial love scene demonstrated their bond, the final one portrayed them as liberated individuals. It was a prolonged, hanging instance where they gazed into each other’s eyes. The intensity was overwhelming.

With that, he grabs my recording device and loudly addresses the creator, Mike White, saying, “Mike, I’ve got a message from us: ‘We want an unedited version, Mike!’

Moving on to other subjects now. As Wood puts it, Goggins is “the most energetic man imaginable.” Frankly, I didn’t need that information reinforced. Yet, when he arrived for the 10 a.m. photo session, his enthusiasm was infectious. He greeted our team with a lively, “Let’s have some fun,” as he strolled into the West Hollywood photo studio, carrying his own speaker and requesting to plug in his music. First, he selected Soul Coughing’s “Screenwriter’s Blues,” then switched to Led Zeppelin tunes.

After wrapping up my solo photo shoot, it wasn’t until then that we crossed paths. As I didn’t have my own tunes, I proposed “Miss You” by the Rolling Stones, thinking it fitting since Walton was joining us next: “Anything Stones seems right now, with Walton on his way.

Watching them clearly moved by emotion, the two individuals shared a 30-second hug before us, the EbMaster team, seemed to be interrupting a personal moment. Shortly after, their laughter erupted and the photo session transformed into an impromptu dance party. Following this, they requested a brief pause and stepped outside.

Outside, we exclaimed, ‘We can’t break down!’ As the most feeling individuals among us, it’s understandable.” Wood chuckles, but there’s a justification behind the sentiment.

It’s clear from their interactions that they have a special bond; they’ve embraced several times, interlaced fingers frequently, and have been consistently complimenting each other while we talk.

A significant factor was Wood’s instrumental role in guiding Goggins through difficult times. As Goggins puts it, “I chose to be solitary during this ordeal – not out of self-centeredness or egotism, but understanding that everyone has their unique path. My method is solitude. However, Aimee (as Chelsea) wouldn’t let me isolate myself.

On set, she’d tell him, “You’re going into the sad, parallel world. Stay in the real one.”

Let’s discuss the main topic at hand. I’d like to start by mentioning “Saturday Night Live,” as it’s six days prior to Goggins hosting. Notably, his hosting role was revealed a week ago, following Wood’s criticism of the show’s portrayal of her as ‘unpleasant and unfunny.’ However, she still believes he should host, despite the previous incident.

She expresses her disappointment when they made such comments, saying, ‘Goodness gracious, it’s obvious that Walton should appear on SNL.’ After all, he’s had a successful career spanning quite some time.

Without missing a beat, Goggins responds, “70 years.”

Wood clarifies about the sketch show, “I made that comment, and then the next moment, there was ‘Aimee tearfully reacting to the ‘SNL’ skit.’ However, I wasn’t crying about the ‘SNL’ skit. I had moved on from it as soon as I said what I did.

As she carries on, she straightens up, eyes forward. “This instance holds significance for me, as I’d typically internalize my frustration. Instead, I decided to express myself, to avoid getting caught in a downward spiral.

Goggins puts it perfectly: “That’s self-love.”

It’s hard not to share the transcript of the next part of the discussion:

Wood confidently states, “I’m certain a man authored that piece, not Sarah Sherman. Please, don’t blame her. I didn’t appreciate the idea. Go ahead and mock me. You know I can do the teeth impression, but honestly –

Goggins: “You have the most beautiful smile in the world, you know that.”

Wood: “Thank you for listening. The focus of the joke shouldn’t be on my appearance. That’s what I found troubling. Go ahead and create the caricature because that’s what Saturday Night Live does. But it felt like the punchline was making fun of a woman’s looks, which isn’t funny or acceptable. It wasn’t appropriate.

Goggins, grabbing his microphone: “Alright everyone, I’ve got some words for folks in the U.K. as well.”

Initially, Goggins, somewhat drowsy and preparing for transformation into the Ghoul, posted and praised Jon Hamm’s imitation of himself in a humorous clip. Later on, when he noticed Wood’s reaction, he felt regretful and removed his post.

The following day, he delivered a harsh remark towards his friend. Despite being active on social platforms for 14 years, he prefers to express himself directly, rather than indirectly. He clarifies that he is not malicious by nature and rarely uses social media.

He picks up my recorder again: “That’s the story.”

Previously, he referred to “the man in the U.K.”, alluding to an article from The Times that had been released 48 hours prior to our meeting, titled, “Walton Goggins: ‘I won’t entertain the discussion about Aimee Lou Wood’.

First, he wants to make one thing clear about his relationship with Wood.

He expresses his feelings, getting emotional, “There’s no conflict here. I’m deeply in love with this woman, madly so, and she means the world to me,” he says, tearing up. Goggins glances at Wood. “Let me introduce you to Goldie Hawn, or Meg Ryan. She’s extraordinary, capable of anything, and will prove it. Keep an eye on the next two decades of her journey. I foresee myself living on a Greek island, but she stands out. There’s no animosity between us. She is love, and I know that I am loved by her too. We share a profound connection.

In his interview with The Times, he expressed that it wasn’t the appropriate moment for the discussion, as Wood was not present. He stated, “Should I talk on behalf of both of us? Absolutely not.

Goggins mentions that the reporter inquired about Wood on three separate occasions and exhibited a somewhat controversial demeanor. The final query, according to him, even brought up the topic of their respective teeth, implying whether they had found common ground due to this shared feature.

Goggins expressed his shock and disapproval, stating that what he had implied was utterly revolting and shocking. He was astounded beyond belief. In response, he exclaimed, ‘Goodness gracious, that’s astonishing! I believe our conversation has come to an end,'” Goggins says.

Upon hearing the story that labels me as “sleazy,” I’m taken aback. “What?!” I exclaim in disbelief. “How terrible!

In my critique, I ensure to address the topic of the ongoing rumors surrounding Wood, particularly the recent event of Goggins unfollowing her on social media platforms. This matter has been a talking point for several months in various media outlets.

She expresses that it’s quite telling of our current cultural state. It seems everyone is preoccupied with Instagram, but she finds it insignificant. Instead, she suggests discussing the narrative and characters like Rick and Chelsea, and appreciating them.

Initially, Wood intended to intervene and steer the conversation towards the show, but realized that any comment she made could be misconstrued. So, she simply chose to observe as people created something out of seemingly nothing.

He takes a moment before moving closer to the microphone on the couch’s edge, speaking more intimately. “Allow me to clarify, to settle any doubts: I am a fully grown adult.

Long story short, Goggins isn’t good with goodbyes.

In his own words, “When I wrapped up ‘Justified,’ I approached Tim [Olyphant], gave him a warm embrace and told him, ‘I adore you, and I hope we’ll share screen space for many more years.’ Interestingly, we didn’t communicate for nearly two years after that. This seems to be a pattern in my career – I do it with every project I’ve been involved with.

Just like ‘The White Lotus’, it wasn’t any less harrowing; quite the contrary, it was agonizing. In 2004, his wife tragically took her own life. For the subsequent three years, he embarked on a journey, seeking solace. This path eventually led him to Thailand and then Bangkok. Upon reaching Bangkok and setting foot on the film set, he suddenly realized that he had returned to the same place.

As a movie enthusiast, I found my emotional release during this journey unlike others, given my personal connection with the location. The trials we had faced together and the bond we’d forged were unique, and I knew it was time to start bidding farewell to Rick and Chelsea – a process I anticipated would be lengthy. Aware of my needs, I shared my intentions with her, and she was incredibly understanding and supportive about my choice.

Following the wrap-up of filming, he expresses, “I felt compelled to distance myself from everyone.” He continues, “I’ve been avoiding conversations with others. It was too much for me to bear. Feel free to judge or not. I couldn’t care less about your opinions. This is my method. Rick and Chelsea are incredibly important to me, and I needed to take this time to deal with everything on my own terms.

He playfully suggests that if he had continued to watch Olyphant or his “The Shield” colleague Michael Chiklis after their shows ended, he probably would have stopped following them as well.

Without a moment’s hesitation, Goggins chuckles and stands up. “Let’s go!” he says, bounding towards the room’s other side. Upon reaching there, he locates his phone and returns to sit with Wood once more. He then navigates to Instagram, joining her impressive 3 million followers.

I find it all quite amusing, really,” I express. “It’s almost like a symbolic farewell from me to this character, which means Aimee and I are bonded as friends, forever and always.

They hug again, and Wood tells him, “I completely understand.” He tells her, “I love you.”

His voice trembling with emotion, he said, “It’s overwhelming for me because we’ve never had a chance to discuss this face-to-face, and now, it feels incredibly special.

I begin wrapping up, aware that Wood has to catch a flight to New York.

I believe I’ve addressed everyone’s queries,” he remarks, drying his eyes. His infectious grin returns. “Anything else on your minds? Shall we delve into the topic of astrology?

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2025-06-04 21:48