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Rising star
Daisy Edgar-Jones
, best known for her breakout role in
Normal People
, recently opened up about her positive experiences working with male co-stars in an interview with Elle. While promoting her upcoming film
On Swift Horses
, Edgar-Jones reflected on her collaborations with actors like Paul Mescal, Glen Powell, and Sebastian Stan, praising their support and generosity.
Acknowledging supportive co-stars
The 26-year-old actress expressed gratitude for the camaraderie she has experienced on set, saying, "I'm fortunate that all the actors I have worked with have been very supportive of me being the lead." She humorously noted that she has shared the screen with "basically all of the internet's boyfriends," referencing her work with some of Hollywood's most sought-after actors.
Edgar-Jones commended her co-stars for prioritizing storytelling over personal recognition. "I think that's why they're so good and so popular: they're so generous, and they serve the story rather than themselves," she said. Her comments reflect a broader shift in Hollywood toward a more collaborative and equitable working environment, particularly in the wake of the #MeToo movement.
Memorable on-set experiencesSpeaking about her experience working with Glen Powell in Twisters, Edgar-Jones recalled his cooperative approach: "Glen was always like, 'What's Kate's journey in this? Let's find it.'” Similarly, she praised Sebastian Stan for being fully immersed in his character’s arc in Fresh and likened working with Mescal to "playing tennis with your best friend."
Despite her overwhelmingly positive experiences, Edgar-Jones acknowledged the possibility of encountering less supportive colleagues in the future. "I'm nervous for the point when I have to work with someone who might not be so chill with it," she admitted, referencing the challenges posed by industry egos.
A promising future in Hollywood Edgar-Jones’s breakout role as Marianne in Normal People paved the way for a thriving career, securing her lead roles in subsequent projects. Her perspective on gender dynamics in Hollywood is especially relevant as discussions on representation and equity remain ongoing.
Harris Dickinson, her Where the Crawdads Sing co-star, echoed the praise for Edgar-Jones’s professionalism and character, calling her "one of the kindest people I've ever met" and commending her patience and sensitivity.
As Edgar-Jones continues to establish herself in Hollywood, she remains optimistic about progress in gender equality within the industry. Her experiences highlight the importance of support and teamwork among actors in fostering a more inclusive and collaborative creative space.
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