# Jake Johnson: New Girl Was So Scary I Quit Smoking Pot

In a recent interview, actor Jake Johnson revealed that the intensity of making the sitcom New Girl led him to stop smoking marijuana. He also discussed his perseverance in Hollywood, his love for pickleball, and meeting Prince. The candid conversation offers fans a personal look into his life beyond acting.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/jul/21/new-girl-was-so-scary-i-had-to-stop-smoking-pot-jake-johnson-on-perseverance-pickleball-and-prince) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:00:08 GMT