Cooper Koch's Revelation on 'Watch What Happens Live'

Cooper Koch, breakout star of Netflix’s gripping crime series "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story," has just revealed some eyebrow-raising behind-the-scenes secrets. During an appearance on "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" on October 14, Koch, who portrays Erik Menendez, discussed his striking full frontal nudity in the show’s infamous prison shower scene – and to everyone’s surprise, he disclosed that he did not use a prosthetic.

A Playful Response to Cohen's Compliment

In a memorable segment honoring iconic full frontal moments in film and television history, host Andy Cohen brought up actors like Mark Wahlberg, known for utilizing a prosthetic in "Boogie Nights." Koch quickly chimed in, “Also just to say mine was not a prosthetic,” prompting Cohen to compliment him, saying, "Congratulations to you, Cooper. You’re very blessed, aren’t you?" To which Koch playfully responded, “Well hung,” drawing hearty laughs from the audience.

Filming Challenges and Unexpected Encounters

As part of the show’s intriguing "Clubhouse of Horrors" segment, Koch candidly shared that while filming naked scenes can be daunting, he found the experience wasn’t fearful, but rather “uncomfortable at first.” He humorously noted that filming in a shower set can be chilly, despite the initially warm water.

Digging deeper into his role, Koch reminisced about meeting the real-life Menendez brothers, Lyle and Erik, describing the encounter as “not super intimidating.” He admitted it was nerve-wracking because of how long he had been familiar with their story, yet once they met, everything felt "great."

The Dark Themes of 'Monsters' and its Impact

"Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" explores the tragic tale of the Menendez brothers, who infamously murdered their parents, José and Kitty Menendez, in 1989. Since their arrests, the brothers have been serving life sentences without the possibility of parole.

When asked about the most terrifying scene he filmed, Koch hesitated before admitting, “I kind of want to say the murder scene, but then again, it was all intensely scary.” He identified episode five as particularly intense, suggesting it was a crucial turning point in the series’ darker themes.

Captivating Audiences with a Notorious Tale

As "Monsters" continues to captivate audiences with its gripping portrayal of one of America’s most notorious crime families, Koch's revelations about his experience on set highlight the emotional weight and complexities behind the performances.

Curious about this riveting series? Be sure to tune in and see how the shocking story unfolds!