Ed Burns finally sheds light on one of the most iconic moments from "The Holiday"—that unforgettable punch scene with Cameron Diaz.

The 2006 romantic comedy remains a beloved holiday classic, but behind the charm and snowy romance is a scene that left fans wondering: Was that punch scripted or did something unexpected happen on set?

Now Burns is ready to set the record straight and share what really happened in that iconic moment—no holding back.

In the film, Burns plays a suave Hollywood film composer who admits to cheating on Diaz's character, Amanda, citing her emotional distance as the reason. In response, Amanda delivers a quick punch to his face.

"I always know when it's getting close to Christmas because people will start saying, 'Hey, holiday!'" Ed Burns shared with co-workers. People Magazine while discussing the film's enduring popularity every holiday season. "People always ask me, 'Did she really hit you?'" he added with a laugh. As for the truth behind the scenes? "It didn't. It was a bit of movie magic."

In 2020, Diaz opened up about the film, revealing that while she hadn't seen the film since its release, she loved how her career and success drove her character.

"To be something in the world," she said Vultures. "And really not putting energy and importance on this other aspect of her life — that's what she really wanted and hoped for and was devastated that she didn't have. And then this woman was self-sufficient and thinking that somehow she could get away from the boyfriend who was a jerk and go take care of yourself in this way that's pretty brave."

One of the most memorable and emotional scenes in "The Holiday" is when Diaz's character, Amanda Woods, runs through the snowy English countryside. "I was running, like, seven miles a day in heels," she told Vulture, laughing. The whole scene took a week to shoot. It wasn't even in the script."

"They only used two shots, but we shot like ten shots of me running around ten different fields," she added. "And I'm wearing that Valentino cashmere, wool trench coat, cashmere turtleneck sweater."

"The Holiday," directed by Nancy Meyers, is a beloved romantic comedy that has become a staple of holiday movie marathons. Released in December 2006, the film combines humor, romance and heartfelt moments against the backdrop of cozy cottages, snowy landscapes and a hint of Hollywood glamour.

The story follows two women from opposite sides of the world, each going through a broken heart and looking for a new beginning. Amanda Woods (Cameron Diaz), a successful but emotionally guarded film trailer editor from Los Angeles, discovers that her boyfriend (Ed Burns) has been unfaithful. Meanwhile, Iris Simpkins (Kate Winslet), a warm-hearted journalist from England, is devastated to learn that the man she's in love with is engaged to someone else.

Desperate for a change of scenery, the two women connected through a home-swapping website and arranged to swap houses for two weeks during the holiday season. Amanda retreats to Iris' cozy cabin in the picturesque, snow-covered English countryside, while Iris finds herself in Amanda's luxurious and sun-drenched home in Los Angeles.

In England, Amanda meets Iris' charming and unexpectedly sensitive brother Graham (Jude Law). Their relationship immediately sparks, leading to a whirlwind romance filled with passion and tender moments.

Meanwhile, in sunny Los Angeles, Iris strikes up a lovely friendship with Miles (Jack Black), a lovable and carefree film composer. As they bond over shared vulnerabilities and moments of genuine kindness, their relationship blossoms into something deeply meaningful, proving that love can be found in the most unexpected places.