Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 28, 2025 · Entertainment

Gillian Anderson's Elegance Shines in Paris Ahead of Fashion Week

Gillian Anderson, 57, turned heads in an elegant white gown as she was snapped departing her hotel amid Paris Fashion Week

Gillian Anderson's Sizzling Red Carpet Stunt: Inside Her Steamy On-Screen Romance and X-Rated Confessions

Paris Fashion Week has officially kicked off, but it's Gillian Anderson who's turning heads with her jaw-dropping style statement. The 57-year-old Sex Education star stunned onlookers in a stunning white gown as she left her hotel in the City of Love, showcasing her signature elegance and poise.

But what's really got everyone talking is not just her impeccable fashion sense – it's her unapologetic attitude towards sex and intimacy on screen. In a candid interview with The Scholarly Note, Gillian dished out some juicy secrets about filming intimate scenes for her latest role in Marianne Elliot's big-screen adaptation of Raynor Winn's memoir, The Salt Path.

The Sex Education star was the epitome of class in the sleeveless number, which perfectly enhanced her lithe figure

The American icon has built a reputation as a fearless actress, unafraid to tackle even the most uncomfortable topics. And when it comes to sex scenes, Gillian is no exception. "That is something you just expect as an actor," she confessed to our publication. "That’s part of what one does." But don't let her blasé attitude fool you – Gillian's not immune to the awkwardness that often comes with filming intimate moments.

Gillian has had a storied career spanning over three decades, but it was her role in Sex Education that really cemented her status as a sex positive icon. As Jean Milburn, she played a sex therapist who broke all the rules and pushed boundaries – much like Gillian herself. "I've also done sex scenes on the first day of working, which is never a joy at any time during filming," she revealed.

But things were different when she worked alongside her co-star Jason Isaacs in The Salt Path. Gillian raved about Jason's amenable personality and how they were "physically on the same page." She gushed: "Jason makes it very easy. He’s very amenable, he’s very likeable. And certainly physically, we feel like we’re the same language — certainly by the end."

The X-Files legend beamed to onlookers on her way out, sporting nude open-toe heels, a dove handbag and a pair of chic shades

Their on-screen chemistry was undeniable, but Gillian took things to a whole new level when she confessed to enjoying sex in "uncomfortable tight quarters." She cheekily admitted: "Sex in the back of a car, sex anywhere, I mean, yeah, why not? Uncomfortable, tight quarters, but needs must."

Gillian's latest role sees her playing Raynor Winn opposite Jason as her husband Moth, in the real-life story of the couple who became homeless after a business deal went sour. As they embark on an epic 630-mile trek along the Cornish coastline with limited supplies and only a tent to call their own, Gillian and Jason's characters get intimate – sparking some juicy gossip.

In response to our probing about whether she'd recommend their on-screen tent encounter as a location for an amorous tryst, Gillian gave us a sly grin. "Well, sex in the back of a car, sex anywhere, I mean, yeah, why not?" The X-Files legend left no stone unturned when it came to dishing out her opinions on sex and intimacy – proving once again that she's one of the most fearless and honest actresses in Hollywood.

Earlier in June, the American icon candidly admitted that taking part in sex scenes are 'never a joy' but is what is expected in her job as an actor

Paris Fashion Week may be all about style and glamour, but Gillian Anderson is taking center stage with her sizzling red carpet appearance and X-rated confessions. Will she continue to push boundaries and break rules on screen? Only time will tell – but one thing's for sure: Gillian Anderson is an actress who refuses to back down from a challenge.

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Gillian Anderson stuns in a stunning white gown as she leaves her hotel in Paris, ahead of the first day of Fashion Week. The 57-year-old Sex Education star looked every inch the epitome of class and elegance, showcasing her signature poise and style.

The Hollywood icon, 56, starred alongside Jason Issacs in Marianne Elliot's big-screen adaptation of The Salt Path, in which one scene sees their characters get intimate in a tent