O.C. Stars' Summer Break

From rocking out in L.A. to filming in Italy, see how Mischa, Adam, Rachel and Benjamin spent their time off. By Serena Kappes

BACK TO SCHOOL

The O.C. castmates (from left) Benjamin McKenzie, 26; Mischa Barton, 19; Adam Brody, 25; and Rachel Bilson, 24, hit the beach recently in Torrance, Calif., to film a scene for the third season of their FOX show. "I was so excited when we got back; it was like a big reunion," says Barton of returning to the show in July. Adds Bilson: "It's hard to say it's work. You have a good time with your friends."