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Buckley: I Was 'Brutalised' on Andrew Lloyd Webber Show
7 Jan
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.
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."
Buckley's career has since flourished, earning her BAFTA and Academy Award nominations. Reflecting on her journey, she expressed a hope that younger women would not face similar hardships. Her experiences have also led to a deeper contemplation of motherhood and personal identity, informed by her own upbringing and her mother's career balance.
