Archive · 31 Jul 2025
McDonough Reveals Hollywood Blacklisting Over On-Screen Kissing
Actor Neal McDonough, known for roles in shows like 'Desperate Housewives,' revealed that he was blacklisted by Hollywood because he refuses to kiss other women on screen.
He has a rule in his acting contracts to not kiss anyone but his wife.
After he started refusing to do so, he found that he was no longer getting acting work, leading to financial and personal struggles.
He has starred in numerous shows and movies.
Actor Neal McDonough says Hollywood blacklisted him for refusing to kiss actresses.
McDonough's contract specifies he won't kiss anyone besides his wife.
He lost roles and faced personal difficulties due to his stance.
He has appeared in shows such as 'Desperate Housewives' and 'Yellowstone'.
He stars in the film 'The Last Rodeo' and will star in 'Tulsa King'.
- Who
- Neal McDonough, an actor.
- What
- Neal McDonough was reportedly blacklisted by Hollywood.
- When
- Recently.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- He refused to kiss other women on screen.
McDonough's Stance
Hollywood's Reaction
Refusal to Kiss
McDonough's Stance
Refused to kiss other actresses on screen due to personal conviction.
Hollywood's Reaction
N/A
- Actor
- Neal McDonough
- Reason for conflict
- Refusal to kiss other women on screen
- Marital Status
- Married to Ruve Robertson
- Children
- Five
- Shows Mentioned
- Desperate Housewives, Yellowstone, Suits
- Latest Film
- The Last Rodeo
Sources
Neal McDonough Says “Hollywood Completely Turned On Me” Because He “Wouldn’t Kiss Another Woman On Screen”
'Hollywood just completely turned on me': Actor Neal McDonough reveals his loss of roles after he refused to kiss on-screen
