In a recent interview with PORTER magazine, acclaimed actress Kate Winslet opened up about her experience with fame following the release of the iconic film Titanic in 1997. While Titanic catapulted Winslet into the spotlight and brought her immense recognition, she admitted that there were aspects of fame she could have done without.
Winslet revealed that the media intrusion during that time made her life quite unpleasant. She felt pressured to look a certain way and conform to a specific image. Journalists would often question her choices and wonder why she opted for smaller projects after the monumental success of Titanic. However, Winslet humorously asserted that she deliberately chose those projects because being famous was, in her words, 'horrible.'
Despite the difficulties she faced, Winslet emphasizes that she doesn't view her fame as a burden. She recognizes that Titanic continues to bring immense joy to people worldwide. The only time she feels the need to hide, she joked, is when she's on a boat, given the film's tragic setting.
This is not the first time Winslet has discussed her experience with fame following Titanic. In a podcast interview earlier this year, she revealed that she immediately went into self-protective mode due to feeling bullied by the UK media. The sudden transition from relative anonymity to worldwide fame was jarring for her. She faced intense scrutiny and criticism, which left her feeling quite bullied. However, she believed that it would pass. And indeed, it did pass, but it also made her realize that she wasn't ready for that level of fame.
Reflecting on her time on the set of Titanic, Winslet also shared her fond memories of working with her onscreen love interest, Leonardo DiCaprio. She described him as a magnetic and vibrant presence with uncoordinated, yet captivating, energy. Their on-set camaraderie and friendship have endured over the years.
As Kate Winslet continues to grace the silver screen in impressive roles, it is evident that she has navigated the challenges of fame with grace and resilience. While Titanic may have brought her worldwide recognition and acclaim, she has always remained true to herself and, above all, cherished the joy that the film continues to bring to audiences.
