Julia Roberts recently shared her admiration for Ryan Gosling, praising his performance in the Oscar-nominated film 'Barbie.' Roberts, a Chopard global ambassador, expressed her admiration for Gosling's ability to bring depth to his role, calling his performance remarkable. She also highlighted the uniqueness and novelty of the Greta Gerwig-directed film.
Roberts, who won an Oscar for Best Actress in 2001 for her role in 'Erin Brokovich,' empathized with the nominees' experiences leading up to the Academy Awards. She acknowledged the excitement and chaos of the event, likening it to a sporting event that one must fully embrace.
Despite her successful career, Roberts has not been immune to the negative impact of social media. Reflecting on a past incident where hurtful comments were made about her appearance in a photo posted by her niece Emma Roberts, she emphasized the emotional toll such criticism can take. Roberts expressed disappointment that people focused on negative aspects rather than appreciating the joy captured in the photo.
Roberts also addressed the resurfacing of the interview discussing the Instagram comments, noting the persistent issue of online vitriol and the lack of progress in combating it. She emphasized the need for societal change and urged everyone to play their part in creating a more positive and supportive online environment.
During an intimate dinner on International Women's Day, Roberts delivered a message of empowerment, raising a toast to the women present and encouraging men to uplift and support women in all aspects of life.