Kate Hudson reveals how a secret “drug drawer” on the Running Point set left her mysteriously bruised
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Bedtime Surprise
Kate Hudson got more than she bargained for while filming Netflix’s hit show “Running Point.”
The 46-year-old actress showed up at home sporting a massive thigh bruise that caught her fiancé Danny Fujikawa completely off guard.
His concerned reaction made her realize something wasn’t quite right.
Emmy Event Confessions
At the show’s recent Emmy FYC event in Los Angeles, Hudson spilled the beans about her on-set battle wounds.
She laughed while telling PEOPLE magazine about the numerous bruises she collected during filming.
Her casual attitude about the injuries showed her dedication to the basketball dramedy.
The Culprit Revealed
The mystery behind Hudson’s massive thigh bruise turned out to be hilariously mundane.
She kept banging into a specific desk drawer on set—the same drawer that held her character’s brother’s secret drug stash.
For two whole weeks, she collided with this infamous “drug drawer” before finally connecting the dots.
Family Dynamics On Screen
In Mindy Kaling’s sports comedy, Hudson plays Isla Gordon, who takes over the fictional LA Waves basketball team.
Her character steps up when her brother Cam (Justin Theroux) enters rehab for addiction issues.
The drawer incident happens when her newly-discovered half-brother Jackie helps her remove the troublesome furniture piece.
War Wounds and Remedies
Hudson jokingly referred to her injuries as “war wounds” from the battlefield of television production.
When asked about her post-filming recovery routine, she didn’t hesitate to share her simple solution.
“A lot of drinking with a lot of boys,” she admitted with a grin, revealing their team’s tradition of after-work cocktails.
Star-Studded Support
The Emmy event wasn’t just Hudson’s moment to shine.
The entire “Running Point” cast showed up to support the show, including Fabrizio Guido, Drew Tarver, and Brenda Song.
Their collective appearance demonstrated the tight-knit relationship that developed among the actors during filming.
Behind the Laughs
Despite the physical toll, Hudson clearly enjoyed her time on set.
Her willingness to joke about painful experiences shows the fun atmosphere created during production.
The bruises became badges of honor rather than complaints, showcasing her professional attitude toward her craft.
Basketball Boss Lady
As Isla Gordon, Hudson portrays a woman thrust into leadership of a professional basketball organization.
The role allows her to showcase both comedic timing and dramatic chops.
Her character navigates family drama while trying to prove herself in the male-dominated sports world, creating rich storytelling possibilities.