Overview
- She said her passion for music and theatre helped her overcome an eating disorder and depression from her school years, describing acting as “essential” and “like water to me.”
- Recalling her early years in London, she said there were moments she felt she “probably won’t survive” if she didn’t get better, and that committing to her craft proved decisive.
- She reflected on BBC talent show I’d Do Anything, acknowledging hurtful scrutiny of her appearance but stressing she is proud of her younger self and does not regret taking part.
- She paid tribute to her mother, selecting a church recording of Marina Buckley singing O Holy Night as her first track on the programme.
- Her remarks come as she continues a strong awards run for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, with multiple prizes and an Academy Award nomination.