James Marsden Reveals What 'The Notebook' Fans Used to Tell Him

James Marsden steps out looking so dapper on Wednesday night (February 12) in New York City.

The following day, the Sonic the Hedgehog actor stopped by Good Morning America to do some promo work for the film, hitting theaters this weekend.

He was asked about being in The Notebook as Hal, the other man in the film competing for Ally’s love.

“When the movie became such a phenomenon, people would come up to me on the street and be like, ‘Why were you trying to get in their way?! They were supposed to be together,’” James said.

“It was like, ‘Ahh, I didn’t do anything,’” he added. “‘It was a job. I don’t know.’”

“I thought he was a good guy,” James continued. “But, I think it’s a testament to the movie that the chemistry between Ryan and Rachel, it was, you know…”

If you missed it, be sure to see the photos of James and his adorable children on the red carpet!