What did Jessie Buckley say about Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'I'd Do Anything' show?

Jessie Buckley stated she felt 'brutalised' and 'unfairly objectified' during her time on the show.

What role did Jessie Buckley almost play after 'I'd Do Anything'?

She was offered the chance to be the understudy for Nancy in a West End production of 'Oliver!'.

How has Jessie Buckley's career progressed since her reality show appearance?

After the show, she pursued theatre and then film, gaining global recognition with roles in 'Wild Rose' and 'The Lost Daughter'.

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Buckley: I Was 'Brutalised' on Andrew Lloyd Webber Show

7 Jan

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Summary

Jessie Buckley described her reality show experience as 'brutalised' and 'bonkers'.
She felt subjected to 'unfair objectification' and 'body shaming' at age 17.
Buckley turned down a role in Oliver! after the competition to pursue other opportunities.

Buckley: I Was 'Brutalised' on Andrew Lloyd Webber Show

Actress Jessie Buckley has spoken out about her challenging experience on Andrew Lloyd Webber's 2008 reality show "I'd Do Anything." Buckley, then 17, described the competition as 'bonkers' and stated she felt 'brutalised' and subjected to 'unfair objectification' and 'body shaming.' These experiences contributed to her mental health suffering, as she was 'depressed and wasn't well.'

Despite the difficulties, Buckley's talent was evident, as she secured second place and was offered an understudy role in the West End production of "Oliver!". However, she courageously turned down the offer to pursue a different career trajectory. This decision paved the way for her eventual rise to prominence, marked by roles in "Wild Rose," "Chernobyl," and "The Lost Daughter."