Jenna Bush Hager recently shared a fun tidbit about her mother, Laura Bush’s favorite movie, which just so happens to be Zoolander (2001), the classic comedy starring Ben Stiller. During the January 15 broadcast of Today with Jenna & Friends, Hager mentioned to Stiller that her mother absolutely loves the film, prompting Stiller to respond with enthusiasm, saying, “Oh my god, incredible.”
Stiller went on to reveal that he had considered casting Laura Bush in the sequel but praised her for being “wise” and knowing to “stay away.” Hager also shared a special memory, mentioning that her mother once hosted a Zoolander screening at the White House, inviting all of her friends to watch it. During a game earlier this year, when everyone was asked to write down their favorite movie, Laura Bush chose Zoolander, while most others, including Hager, picked The Shawshank Redemption. Stiller responded warmly, saying, “We love it.”
The iconic comedy follows Derek (played by Stiller), a male model who gets embroiled in an assassination plot involving Malaysia’s prime minister. The film features a star-studded cast, including Will Ferrell, Owen Wilson, Christine Taylor, Jerry Stiller, and Milla Jovovich, and remains a nostalgic favorite, with many of its hilarious scenes still circulating on social media.