All eyes are on Jeremy Allen White, whether he likes it or not. While he's been a successful actor for starring in the ensemble drama Shameless, he skyrocketed to A-list status after starring in the FX hit series The Bear. In the show, White plays a Michelin star chef, who goes back to his hometown in Chicago to reinvigorate his small family restaurant. His performance has earned him accolades like a Golden Globe and a SAG Award, in addition to widespread fame due to the show’s popularity. Now he is opening up about being followed by the paparazzi after The Bear, his divorce, and getting in shape for the A24 drama The Iron Claw.
In a recent profile by GQ, the actor chatted with the publication about how fame has impacted his life tremendously. He and his former wife Addison Timlin decided to divorce around the same time The Bear started to receive traction, and this combined with his need to get into shape for The Iron Claw made him a big target by the paparazzi. He said that this change in lifestyle has been a whirlwind, saying:
