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Margaret Qualley: Fear shaped early career
13 Feb
Summary
- Qualley feared judgment from both women and men early on.
- She felt scared to express her true self as a young actress.
- Her husband, Jack Antonoff, has boosted her confidence.

Margaret Qualley recently reflected on the profound fear that impacted her early acting career. Starting at a young age, she felt overwhelmed by the industry.
Qualley confessed she worried that being her authentic self would alienate women and lead to harm from men. This anxiety caused her to suppress certain aspects of her womanhood.
As she matured and gained greater personal control, Qualley felt more comfortable embracing her sensual and feminine qualities. She is now consciously leaning into these aspects of herself.
Her husband, producer Jack Antonoff, has significantly contributed to her growth in self-assurance. He has encouraged her to explore various facets of her identity.
Qualley is also focusing on broader concepts like Mother Earth and the divine feminine. She anticipates a busy 2026 with upcoming films, including "How to Make a Killing" and "The Dog Stars."




