Funny story: I was hanging out with Adam Shankman for Samantha

Host: The café was a quiet refuge from the world outside, the gentle tapping of rain against the window blending with the low murmur of voices in the background. The soft glow of the overhead lights illuminated the space, casting warm reflections on the wooden tables. Jack and Jeeny sat together, the weight of their conversation suspended in the air between them.

Jeeny, her fingers wrapped around her cup, glanced over at Jack with a faint smile, her tone light yet thoughtful.

Jeeny: “I came across something Ryan Guzman said: ‘Funny story: I was hanging out with Adam Shankman for Samantha Ronson’s birthday, and Lance Bass was there. I don’t really know Lance, but he comes over to me and goes, ‘Hey, I just wanted to let you know I’m a fan of Pretty Little Liars and I’m rooting for your character.’ It was surreal! That’s how PLL has changed my life.’ What do you think about that?”

Jack: He raised an eyebrow, his lips curling into a small smile. “I guess when you’re in the public eye, even small moments like that can feel huge. Lance Bass, a celebrity in his own right, coming up to you and saying he’s a fan—there’s a surreal quality to it, right? But it also shows how much of an impact something like Pretty Little Liars can have on someone’s life, even outside the screen.”

Host: The soft drip of the rain outside seemed to amplify the quiet intensity of the conversation as Jeeny’s voice carried on, reflecting on the deeper meaning behind the story.

Jeeny: “Exactly. It’s not just about the recognition, but about how deeply these shows, these stories, affect people. Ryan Guzman is talking about how a role on PLL has changed his life, not just in terms of career, but in terms of how people see him, how they connect with him. That’s the power of storytelling—it doesn’t just entertain; it connects us, it creates these shared moments.”

Jack: “Right, but at the same time, it’s a little strange to think that you’re in the public eye, and people you barely know—like Lance Bass—are watching your work, rooting for your character. It makes you feel like you’re a part of something bigger, even if you didn’t set out for it to be that way. It’s like you’re living a moment where your work transcends the show itself.”

Jeeny: “Yes, exactly. It’s the impact of something you do on a larger scale. Sometimes, you don’t realize the ripple effect of your work until it touches someone personally. For Ryan Guzman, a simple gesture from Lance Bass wasn’t just a compliment—it was a recognition of his work, his role in something that has resonated with so many. That kind of validation is powerful. It shows that the stories we share don’t just live on-screen; they live in the real world, in the people who watch and connect with them.”

Host: The atmosphere in the café had shifted, the conversation now more reflective, as though the weight of their words had opened up a new understanding. The soft rhythm of the rain outside matched the quiet contemplation between Jack and Jeeny.

Jack: “It’s funny, isn’t it? You never know when something you’re a part of—something that’s just a job, a role—will end up meaning so much to people. You think it’s just entertainment, but it can have a deeper connection, a more profound effect.”

Jeeny: “Yes, and that’s the beauty of storytelling. It’s not just about the plot or the fame—it’s about the connection it creates, the way it brings people together. It’s amazing to think about how a show, even just a character, can become a part of someone’s life. That’s how Pretty Little Liars has changed Ryan Guzman’s life—by giving him this unexpected connection to his audience, and to other people in the industry who recognize and appreciate his work.”

Host: The café, now dimly lit with the rain outside continuing its soft rhythm, felt like the perfect space for their conversation. Jack and Jeeny sat in quiet realization, understanding that stories, even those told through the screen, have the power to connect and change lives. It wasn’t just about being recognized or famous—it was about how deeply the work we do, even in the most unexpected ways, can impact those around us, creating moments of shared humanity and connection.