Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga are Sweethearts
So True with Caleb Hearon
Deep Dive
Why did Kiernan Shipka initially feel nervous about meeting Nico Hiraga and the rest of the Sweethearts cast?
Kiernan was worried that the established cast members, including Nico, might not want to hang out with her all summer.
How did Nico Hiraga react when Kiernan Shipka was cast in Sweethearts?
Nico immediately texted his close friends in excitement, sharing the news and expressing his enthusiasm about Kiernan joining the cast.
What is the central theme of the movie Sweethearts according to Kiernan Shipka?
Kiernan described the movie's theme as 'Friends are Life,' emphasizing the importance of friendship.
How did Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga bond during the filming of Sweethearts?
They bonded over shared car rides and late-night conversations, often discussing music and enjoying each other's company.
What unusual food combination did Kiernan Shipka enjoy during the filming of Sweethearts?
Kiernan enjoyed a 5 a.m. lasagna after a long night of filming, paired with Diet Coke.
How did Nico Hiraga get into acting?
Nico transitioned from skateboarding to acting after a serious injury left him unable to skate for a year and a half. His cousins encouraged him to try acting, and he started booking projects.
What is Nico Hiraga's opinion on pineapple on pizza?
Nico believes that pineapple on pizza is gross and doesn't understand why people enjoy it.
What is Kiernan Shipka's favorite diet soda?
Kiernan's favorite diet soda is Diet Coke, which she often enjoyed during the filming of Sweethearts.
What is Kiernan Shipka's stance on the rumor that she runs a popular meme account?
Kiernan confirmed that she does run several meme accounts but clarified that none of them are as popular as some might think.
What is Nico Hiraga's preferred method of communication with friends?
Nico prefers FaceTime over texting, as he finds texting too slow and prefers real-time conversations.
What is Kiernan Shipka's favorite seasonal coffee drink?
Kiernan prefers peppermint mocha over pumpkin spice, finding it more refreshing and uplifting.
What is Nico Hiraga's spiritual belief?
Nico believes in the interconnectedness of all things and that all divisions between people are artificial.
What did Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga enjoy about the Savannah location during the Sweethearts press tour?
They enjoyed the local food, including fried banana peppers and gas station chicken tenders, which they found delicious.
What is Kiernan Shipka's favorite cheese?
Kiernan's favorite cheese is cheddar, though she also enjoys a nice Gouda.
What is Nico Hiraga's favorite cheese?
Nico does not like blue cheese, finding it gross in general.
- Kiernan and Nico fell in love while filming Sweethearts.
- They initially worried about whether they would get along.
- The movie's message is summarized as 'Friends are life'.
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