When Natalie Portman Was Told She Couldn’t Be Sexy in Hollywood—Here’s How She Proved Them Wrong

Natalie Portman was told she couldn’t be sexy in Hollywood ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
In a world that often dictated what it meant to be a leading lady, Natalie Portman was once told she couldn’t be sexy in Hollywood. Yet, she shattered that notion—and the entertainment industry—through sheer talent and unapologetic confidence. During a candid discussion at New York magazine’s Vulture Festival, Portman reflected on her experiences in the wake of Harvey Weinstein’s revelations. As stories of abuse and exploitation poured out, she initially thought herself fortunate to have escaped such horrors. But, in true introspective fashion, she realized she had her own stories to share.
“When I heard everything coming out, I was like, wow, I’m so lucky I haven’t had this. And then, on reflection, I was like, okay, definitely never been assaulted, definitely not…” But as her thoughts deepened, a...
In a world that often dictated what it meant to be a leading lady, Natalie Portman was once told she couldn’t be sexy in Hollywood. Yet, she shattered that notion—and the entertainment industry—through sheer talent and unapologetic confidence. During a candid discussion at New York magazine’s Vulture Festival, Portman reflected on her experiences in the wake of Harvey Weinstein’s revelations. As stories of abuse and exploitation poured out, she initially thought herself fortunate to have escaped such horrors. But, in true introspective fashion, she realized she had her own stories to share.
“When I heard everything coming out, I was like, wow, I’m so lucky I haven’t had this. And then, on reflection, I was like, okay, definitely never been assaulted, definitely not…” But as her thoughts deepened, a...
- 10/28/2024
- by Heena Singh
- KoiMoi
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