In a recent interview with InStyle magazine, renowned actor Sharon Stone opened up about the wild fame and notoriety that surrounded her during the mid-1990s. The interview started with a shocking revelation – during the infamous 1994 O.J. Simpson car chase, Stone was forced into hiding by the Los Angeles Police Department.
The police dispatched a team to Stone's home, instructing her to pack a suitcase within 10 minutes for her own protection. Stone was then moved to a hotel where she was closely guarded by officers, ensuring that Simpson would not target her. Although she had no connection to Simpson, Stone's skyrocketing fame had made her life so chaotic that she never questioned why the police wanted her in hiding.
Reflecting on the experience, Stone explained the immense pressure that comes with fame. She described how being famous can be costly, with extravagant dinner bills and the constant expectation to foot the expenses. Stone noted the difficulties that even famous actors like Jennifer Lawrence and Nicole Kidman face when it comes to everyday activities like air travel. Despite one's professional success, the expectations and limitations imposed by fame are all-encompassing.
Stone also shared her experience of facing mistreatment in Hollywood. She revealed that she maintains a private list of individuals who have wronged her in the industry. One incident involved being sexually harassed by a former head of Sony Pictures in the 1980s. Stone recounted a confrontation with one person on her list, insisting that they either acknowledge and rectify their actions or face public exposure. Another individual who had wronged her once attempted to sit next to her at a screening, but Stone made it clear that if they couldn't control themselves and apologize, they had no place being near her.
Throughout the interview, Stone's candidness sheds light on the challenges and dangers of fame, as well as the obstacles faced by women in Hollywood. She also emphasizes the need for accountability and standing up against mistreatment in the industry.
You can read the full interview on InStyle's website, where Stone discusses these topics and more. Her insight offers a glimpse into the complexities of fame and the resilience required to navigate the entertainment world.
