Harris Dickinson Confronts Unwanted Sexualization Post-'Babygirl'

SCANDAL ROCKS HOLLYWOOD: Harris Dickinson Slams Fans for Sexualizing Him Over Provocative Drama Babygirl

In a shocking expose, rising star Harris Dickinson has opened up about the darker side of fame in the wake of his steamy drama Babygirl, which left him feeling "shaken" and "uncomfortable". The 29-year-old actor, who is set to play John Lennon in Sam Mendes' highly-anticipated Beatles biopic series, revealed that fans have been reducing his provocative performance on screen to explicit fantasies about him.

Speaking candidly with the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Harris confessed that he struggled with the aftermath of Babygirl, which co-starred Nicole Kidman in a provocative tale of obsession and desire. "To be honest, there was a big part of that I really didn't enjoy," he revealed, "I love Halina [Rejin] and working with Nicole was incredible, but the way fans have reduced some of it is quite strange."

The BAFTA-nominated star's portrayal in Babygirl as an intern who becomes embroiled in a forbidden affair with Nicole's much older, married character sparked a frenzy among viewers. However, Harris now admits that the attention drew to him personally was "hard to deal with". He expressed his frustration at being objectified by fans, stating, "I think it's okay to do this to male actors, weirdly. That's the problem. I think it's become okay and acceptable to do that to younger male actors."

Harris shared some disturbing anecdotes about the kind of comments he received from women during press junkets for Babygirl. He revealed that some fans would make suggestive remarks or ask him explicit questions, leaving him feeling uncomfortable and "expected to just laugh it off". One particularly harrowing encounter occurred while traveling to the US recently: a fan approached him on a plane and asked if he could dance for her, before making an unsolicited comment about his performance in Babygirl.

The actor's candid revelations have sparked a heated debate among fans and industry insiders. Some have defended Harris' decision to take on the provocative role, arguing that it was a bold choice that showcased his acting range. Others have criticized him for playing into the hands of Hollywood's patriarchal system by engaging in explicit content.

In an earlier interview with The Independent this year, Harris confessed that being cast as a heartthrob makes him feel uneasy. He admitted to still struggling with insecurities from his childhood, when he was teased about his weight. "I didn't shed that until I was in my late teens," he explained, "so I've always got that in my mind, and it feels kind of strange to me because it's not something I've been particularly used to... 'being desired'."

Harris' comments have sparked a much-needed conversation about the objectification of male actors in Hollywood. As he prepares for his highly-anticipated role as John Lennon, fans will be watching with bated breath to see how he navigates this complex and sensitive topic.

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