Olivia Wilde: Dating, Double Standards & Dealing with Scrutiny
Call Her Daddy
2 DAYS AGO
Olivia Wilde: Dating, Double Standards & Dealing with Scrutiny
Olivia Wilde: Dating, Double Standards & Dealing with Scrutiny

Call Her Daddy
2 DAYS AGO
In this interview, Olivia Wilde opens up about the double standards she has faced throughout her career, from the scrutiny of her dating life and parenting to the objectification of her appearance. She discusses her new film, 'The Invite,' and how it explores modern relationships, intimacy, and the real-life experiences that shaped her perspective. The conversation also delves into her upbringing, her evolving views on marriage, and the intense public scrutiny she faced during the release of 'Don't Worry Darling.'
Olivia Wilde discusses the double standards women face in Hollywood, particularly regarding beauty, aging, and motherhood. She reflects on how her upbringing with journalist parents fostered curiosity and resilience, and how her impulsive marriage at 19 taught her that marriage should not be about completion or societal pressure. Wilde also talks about the impact of her queer character on 'The O.C.' and the psychological toll of being labeled 'most beautiful.' She credits directing 'Booksmart' for allowing her to be valued for her ideas rather than her looks, and explains how motherhood has made her a better leader. The conversation covers the intense scrutiny during 'Don't Worry Darling,' including being served legal papers on stage, and the double standards that expect mothers to be self-sacrificing and sexless. Wilde emphasizes the importance of intimacy, non-verbal communication, and staying soft and vulnerable despite public criticism.
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Olivia shares she watched Alex's film 'The Invite' and was captivated.
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Everyone in a conflict is right from their own perspective.
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Sharing shame helps dissipate it
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Marriage should not be about completion or societal pressure.
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The kiss challenged stereotypes about queerness.
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Fleeting beauty standards create pressure and self-doubt.
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Female directors gain value with age
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The truth becomes irrelevant to clickbait.
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Society polices women's morality, expecting mothers to be self-sacrificing and sexless.
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Motherhood doesn't negate being a sexual being.