Sharon Stone he’s had his fair share of on-screen kisses. Guest of radio program of Andy Cohenthe actress revealed a curious and decidedly intimate detail of her career: who was the best kisser in Hollywood among his co-stars.
The «number one» on the set
The answer really comes without hesitation: Robert De Niro. The two worked together in the film Casinodirected by Martin Scorseseand it was during filming that the memory was born, defined by Stone as “an unforgettable kiss”. «He’s the best kisser in the business», said the actress. «He just knocked me out». Casino it was not only a cinematic success, but also a milestone in Stone’s career. Thanks to that role she received her first Oscar nomination for best actress.
De Niro’s talent for “getting under your skin”
Stone openly recognizes his colleague’s greatness: «He knew exactly what buttons to push with me because he is the greatest actor at observing. It can get under your skin and stay there». A comparison, the one with De Niro, which was not only an acting test, but also a decisive step in his growth. «I always wanted to work with Bob“Stone said. «I had already auditioned with him many times before Casino. It was my dream to work with De Niro and stand up to him».
A scene that has become iconic
«We have to shoot a moment when I have to go to the bathroom, and saw that in Casino I play a scammer, I convince Robert to give me some money to go. He gives me the money and I look at him as if to say, “Really? I think I need more than $50 for the bathroom.” And he then hands me a hundred dollars. THEor I come closer and kiss him. He really won me over with that kiss,” Stone continued. «Scorsese cuts, looks at us and says: “I think we’re there, but do you want to do another take?” And we: “Mmm…Yes, maybe we need another one”».
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