Actress Sophia Bush addressed public interest in her personal life, memoir, and career history during an extensive interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, released on October 21, 2026. Hosted by Alex Cooper, the 86-minute episode featured Bush speaking openly about navigating relationship scrutiny, releasing her upcoming memoir And I Will Tell You Mine, and reflecting on her experiences in the television industry. Bush addressed speculation regarding her marriage to retired soccer player Ashlyn Harris, clarifying that both individuals had legally separated from their ex-spouses before dating.
During the podcast conversation, Bush responded to long-standing online rumors about the timeline of her relationship with Harris, explaining that both had filed for divorce and lived in separate residences prior to their first date in October 2023. Bush filed for divorce from her ex-husband Grant Hughes in August 2023, while Harris filed for divorce from her ex-wife Ali Krieger in September 2023. Bush noted that while public timing created speculation, there was no overlap in their former marriages. The interview coincides with the promotion of her memoir, which explores personal growth, self-trust, and overcoming public scrutiny.
Bush also reflected on her early career, particularly her breakout role as Brooke Davis on the WB hit drama series One Tree Hill, which ran from 2003 to 2012. She discussed the legacy of the character and spoke about joining forces with her former female castmates to speak out about workplace conditions and misconduct behind the scenes. In recent years, Bush and her co-stars Hilarie Burton Morgan and Bethany Joy Lenz reunited to co-host the popular rewatch podcast Drama Queens, where they unpack their experiences on the series.
In addition to her nine-season run on One Tree Hill, Bush has built an extensive television and film filmography. She starred as Detective Erin Lindsay for four seasons on NBC's police procedural Chicago P.D., appeared in films such as John Tucker Must Die and The Hitcher, and executive produced the medical drama series Good Sam. Outside of acting, Bush is widely recognized for her active advocacy in political engagement, women's rights, and environmental protection.
With her memoir slated for release, Bush continues to expand her creative endeavors into writing and producing. The actress emphasized her desire to live authentically and move forward on her own terms, focusing on meaningful projects in entertainment and advocacy.
