Steve Buscemi Reveals Which Show He Refuses to Appear on: “I Don’t Care How Much You Paid Me”

Buscemi rules out Hot Ones

On the Happy Sad Confused podcast, host Josh Horowitz asked Buscemi about things he dislikes. The actor said he does not understand why people enjoy food that makes their mouths feel hot.

Buscemi recalled that Sam Rockwell told him he and Parker Posey had appeared on Hot Ones. He said the challenge was one he would never accept, even if offered money or told it would help promote a film.

A challenge built around heat

Hot Ones, hosted by Sean Evans, has become a regular stop for celebrities promoting projects. The YouTube show began in 2015 and was created by Evans and Christopher Schonberger.

During each interview, guests eat ten wings coated with sauces that grow hotter. Buscemi said the experience would not merely confuse him; it would make him angry.

Many stars have taken part

Jennifer Lawrence, Paul Rudd, Billie Eilish, Post Malone, Conan O’Brien, Charlize Theron, Pedro Pascal and Shaquille O’Neal are among the celebrities who have tried the wings. Lawrence said during her episode, “I feel like I’m gonna die.” Evans has named episodes with Conan O’Brien, Gordon Ramsay, Jennifer Lawrence, Maya Rudolph, Paul Rudd and Charlize Theron as good starting points for new viewers. He said people who do not enjoy those episodes may not like the show.