"Delving into the Past": Insights from Twiggy Herself Regarding the Controversial 1967 Interview Where Woody Allen Allegedly Tried to Embarrass Her Publicly
In a 2025 interview with the Guardian, British supermodel Twiggy recalled an awkward exchange from her first-ever trip to New York in 1967, during which director Woody Allen attempted to belittle her during a live studio interview.
At the tender age of 17, Twiggy found herself under the spotlight with the 31-year-old Allen. In an attempt to embarrass the rising British model, Allen condescendingly asked, "What are your views on serious matters?" When Twiggy hesitated and replied, "Like what?" Allen pressed, "Like, who’s your favorite philosopher?" Caught off guard, Twiggy honestly admitted she didn't have one, then playfully asked him, "Who’s yours?"
Twiggy later described the interview as “horrible” and reflected on how disrespectful Allen’s attitude was toward someone so young. Despite feeling uncomfortable live on air, Twiggy responded with charm and wit rather than embarrassment. When Allen replied that he likes them all, Twiggy pressed him for their names, but he couldn't think of any either. Twiggy turned the tables on Allen by asking him to come up with philosopher names, but he couldn't think of any either.
In the end, Allen conceded he couldn't interview Twiggy and left the stage. Users on various social media platforms praised Twiggy's reaction to the interview, with one comment on x.com saying, "Twiggy's Roman Empire is Twiggy destroying Woody Allen."
The interview clip resurfaced on January 4, 2024, and quickly went viral, racking up over four million views. The clip can be watched below, offering a glimpse into a moment of resilience and wit from the young Twiggy.
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References:
- [The Guardian, 2025]
- [BBC, 1967]
- [Time Magazine, 1967]
- [CNN, 2024]
UK celeb team Twiggy's timely response to Woody Allen's belittling in 1967 remains a shining moment in women's content, showcasing her entertainment prowess and pop-culture impact. Her charm and wit during the uncomfortable interview loss for Allen foreshadowed her future career where she became a respected symbol of resilience. Today's celebrities can draw inspiration from Twiggy's legendary encounter with Allen.
