Gwyneth Paltrow Stands by 'Conscious Uncoupling': Reflections on a Unique Divorce Journey
Gwyneth Paltrow Spills All: "Conscious Uncoupling" Was a Game-Changer, but Not Without its Ups and Downs
In a revealing interview with British Vogue's November issue, Gwyneth Paltrow, 53, is opening up about her infamous "conscious uncoupling" from ex-husband Chris Martin, the Coldplay frontman. The phrase, which sparked widespread ridicule back in 2014, has become a household term, and Gwyneth admits she's still proud of their unconventional approach to divorce.
The Oscar-winning actress and entrepreneur, who is now married to Brad Falchuk, reveals that they had a lot of friends who were hurt by traditional divorces, which inspired them to try something new. "We wanted to do it a different way," Gwyneth explains. "It was really because we had so many friends who had been so hurt by divorce that we wanted to try to do it differently."
The couple's decision to part ways after 10 years of marriage was met with backlash, with many accusing them of inventing an elite term for divorce. However, Gwyneth insists they were trailblazers in their own right, and their approach has helped others navigate the difficult process.
"I feel like there needs to be a book, because it was real trial and error," she says. "We f*ed a lot of things up and then we got a lot of things right." Gwyneth's candid admission is a testament to the complexities of relationships and the importance of learning from one's mistakes.
Gwyneth and Chris have remained on good terms, even co-parenting their two children, Apple (21) and Moses (19). The family's bond is evident in Gwyneth's words: "We are parents first and foremost, to two incredibly wonderful children, and we ask for their and our space and privacy to be respected at this difficult time."
The actress also opens up about her work with Timothée Chalamet on the upcoming film Marty Supreme. Despite having no idea who he was prior to filming, Gwyneth reveals that she was charmed by his down-to-earth nature. "I was like, 'Do you have a girlfriend?' And he was like, 'I do,'" she recalls.
In another surprising revelation, Gwyneth confesses to enjoying the occasional junk food indulgence. "Oh, last night," she admits. "A friend came over and I ate a chocolate-covered Oreo. That's trans fats to the max." The star also shares that she quit smoking eight years ago after preparing for her wedding to Brad Falchuk.
Gwyneth's daughter Apple Martin has been making waves in the fashion world, posing for joint shoots with GapStudio. However, the model has faced criticism for being a "nepo baby" – a term used to describe celebrities born into famous families who land work based on their connections rather than talent. Apple hits back at these claims, saying: "I know this is not a normal way to grow up by any means. But my parents did a really good job of instilling in me that I shouldn't be entitled to anything. I have to work."
Gwyneth's candid interview is a must-read for fans of the actress and anyone interested in relationships, parenting, and the ups and downs of fame.
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[Image: Gwyneth Paltrow on the cover of British Vogue's November issue]
