He could see the disdain in her voice at the mention of the other starlet, "Well, I know you'll make the lead in Carmen, I'm sure you're more than amazing when you sing." He said, trying to cheer her up. He could sense her frustration, and back off from the conversation a little.
"Some guy you picked up?" He inquired, crushed just slightly however it made sense and that was probably for the best. "You're right, I am." He replied with a nod.