Hollywood star Rebel Wilson shares insights on the effect her weight loss had on her professional journey in the film industry.
Fresh Take:
Australian comedian and actress Rebel Wilson has dropped some insights about her transformation journey, focusing on her weight loss and its impact on her Hollywood career. In a chat with SiriusXM's Ben Harlum, Rebel shared how the 80-pound weight loss helped open doors for more serious roles.
The 45-year-old actress, known for her roles in "Pitch Perfect" and "Bridesmaids," admitted to feeling untypical after shedding pounds, leading to roles like Lady Capulet in the musical drama romance "Juliet & Romeo" and her part in the British indie film, "The Almond and the Seahorse." Both projects delve into heavy themes like traumatic brain injury and drama, marking a clear departure from her erstwhile comedic roles.
Rebel fondly remembered her days playing Fat Amy and the 'bigger, funny girl.' However, she acknowledged that losing weight allowed others to see her differently and explore potential in roles in line with her initial acting aspirations. As a fan of Dame Judi Dench, Rebel harbored a deep desire to don serious roles one day.
The weight loss Initially brought change in how Rebel was perceived by the industry, enabling her to pursue roles that resonate with her initial career goals. With her newfound versatility, Rebel is now probing into more challenging acting opportunities, as evidenced by her upcoming projects. Though her journey started in comedy, it seems she's returning to her roots as an actress, engaging in dramatic roles alongside comedic ones.
- The weight loss allowed Rebel Wilson to be considered for more serious roles, such as those in world cinema and entertainment, like her upcoming projects.
- In her weight loss journey, Rebel, who was previously known for movies-and-tv projects like "Pitch Perfect" and "Bridesmaids," has found herself delving into roles typically portrayed by celebrities, such as the dramatic parts in "Juliet & Romeo" and "The Almond and the Seahorse."
- Rebel Wilson, who initially gained fame for her comedic roles, has expressed that she always admired celebrities like Dame Judi Dench and aspired to explore serious roles in the world of entertainment, a dream that is now being realized due to her transformation.
