Julia Roberts Reveals Why She’s Difficult on Set
Julia Roberts attends Netflix's "Leave The World Behind" premiere at Paris Theater on December 04, 2023 in New York City.
Julia Roberts has a reputation in Hollywood for being difficult to work with. During the early years of her career, the Pretty Woman alum revealed in a new British Vogue cover interview why she got the rep. The star famously clashed with director Steven Spielberg during 1991’s Hook, where the award-winning actress played Tinkerbell. It was later claimed that Julia was referred to as “Tinkerhell” on the set. Spielberg even said during an appearance on 60 Minutes: “It was not a great time for Julia and I to be working together.” When asked if he would ever work with her again, he retorted while laughing, “This is a 60 Minutes question, isn’t it?”
A few years later, Julia admitted to not getting along with her I Love Trouble co-star Nick Nolte. Since then, it has been reported that she has clashed with everybody from Hugh Grant to Meryl Streep. In her new British Vogue feature, Roberts explained why she consciously wasn’t “too friendly” on set. While interviewed by director Richard Curtis, whom she worked with on Notting Hill, he recalled a conversation with Roberts during their time filming the 1999 rom-com. He said Roberts thinks someone “will always slightly take advantage” of her kindness. To further protect herself, she doesn’t like when people act “so familiar” with her. Elsewhere in the interview, Julia acknowledged that because of her personality, she can sometimes come across as “really harsh,” but she insisted that she never intends to hurt people’s feelings.
Also in her interview, Roberts explained why she has famously declined to do racy roles and fully nude scenes. Even in the iconic Pretty Woman, Roberts remained fully clothed and covered in all scenes, despite playing a prostitute. She called her career “G-rated” and added that her choosing not to take her clothes off and being “vulnerable in physical ways” is a choice she made for herself. She further stated that her stance on nudity in films could be linked to her biological connection to feminist icon Gloria Steinem. Steinem is a journalist and social-political activist who emerged in the late ’60s.
These Celebrities Have An October Birthday
People born in October are either a Libra (October 1-22) or a Scorpio (October 23-31). For most of the month, the air sign Libra takes charge. The sign, as represented by the scales, is the only inanimate object of the zodiac. Perhaps because of this, Libras tend to fixate on balance and harmony. October-born Libras are social butterflies and are ruled by community-oriented Uranus. As seen with many stars on this list, this makes them passionate about social issues. Libra is also the sign of partnership, so exploring the dynamics of interpersonal relationships is an important part of life for those born under this sign. Libra is also a cardinal sign, so they are supposed to be great at launching new initiatives. Still, because they consider multiple perspectives in every pursuit, Libras often struggle with making a decision.
On October 23, Scorpio season begins. Scorpio is a water sign symbolized by the scorpion. They are one of the strongest water signs because of their passion and control. Scorpios derives their strength from the psychic, emotional realm, like fellow water signs Cancer (crab) and Pisces (fish). They never show their cards and their mysterious nature is what makes them so seductive and charming. However, Scorpios tend to guard themselves and their private lives fiercely. Scorpio is ruled by Pluto, the planet that governs both destruction and transformation. Scorpion energy is ambitious and sometimes power-hungry if they give in to their egos. Scorpios are born to rule, succeed, and excel in their pursuits. They are known to blend their work life and home life, always strategizing, learning, and networking.
Some of the most talented musicians and iconic figures in Hollywood celebrate their birthdays in the month of October. Keep scrolling to see which of our favorite celebrities celebrate an October birthday.
Laila Abuelhawa is the Top 40 and Hip-Hop pop culture writer for Beasley Media Group. Being with the company for over three years, Laila's fierce and fabulous red-carpet rankings have earned her a feature on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!' Her favorite stories are those surrounding the latest in celebrity fashion, television and film rankings, and how the world reacts to major celebrity news. With a background in journalism, Laila's stories ensure accuracy and offer background information on stars that you wouldn't have otherwise known. She prides herself in covering stories that inform the public about what is currently happening and what is to come in the ever-changing, ever-evolving media landscape.
