Ms. Barton ended up signing on last minute, even after the show had started filming. Ms. Barton does know the Jenner family from “back in the day,” as well as Stephanie and Frankie Delgado. But entering into the drama that once plagued the cast members was an adjustment for her. Ms. Barton was skeptical about members of the cast herself. The irony of Ms. Barton joining the reboot is not lost on her, considering “The O.C.” and her character Marissa Cooper inspired the reality show.

Source: New York Times May 23, 2019 09:00 UTC