Lindsay Lohan Reflects on Hollywood: 'I Would Have Said No More'

Lindsay Lohan Opens Up About Her Turbulent Past and What She Would Have Done Differently

The drama! The scandal! The comeback! Lindsay Lohan has been making waves in Hollywood for years, but it's been a wild ride that's seen her rise to fame as a child star, plummet to rock bottom with addiction and run-ins with the law, and finally, soar back to stardom. And now, the 39-year-old actress is dishing out all the juicy details about what went wrong - and what she would have done differently if given the chance.

In an exclusive interview with TheScholarlyNote.com, Lindsay opened up about her rollercoaster years in Hollywood, from starring in teen classics like Freaky Friday (2003) and Mean Girls to facing multiple arrests for DUI, theft, and cocaine possession. She even spent time in rehab, which forced her to sideline her acting career.

But it's clear that Lindsay has learned a thing or two from her mistakes. "I was always such a 'yes' person to my agents and everyone," she revealed. "No one ever really took the time to ask me, 'Do you wanna chill for a second?' And if I knew then what I know now, I'd definitely have used the word 'no' a lot more."

Lindsay's candor about her past is refreshing - and a far cry from the bubbly child star she was just a few years ago. Remember when she was America's sweetheart, starring in Disney movies and charming audiences with her bright smile and infectious laugh? It seems like a lifetime ago.

But behind closed doors, Lindsay was struggling to cope with the pressures of fame and the constant scrutiny that came with it. Her addiction issues led to a string of run-ins with the law, including arrests for DUI and cocaine possession. And let's not forget the numerous rehab visits - which, by her own admission, were often more like "party vacations" than true attempts at recovery.

It all took a toll on her career, too. Lindsay was kicked off movie sets, thrown out of roles, and even forced to cancel appearances. It seemed like her star had finally fallen from the sky. But, as we now know, it was just the beginning of her journey back to stardom.

After years of struggling to find her footing in Hollywood, Lindsay made a bold decision: she packed up her bags and left LA behind for Dubai. "Moving here was a fresh start," she said in an interview with Emirates Women in 2018. "You hear more about real current events rather than celebrity gossip, which I really appreciate." It seems like a far cry from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood - but Lindsay says it's exactly what she needed.

In Dubai, Lindsay found love again with financier Bader Shammas, whom she married in 2022. And just when we thought she was done with acting for good, Lindsay surprised fans by announcing her return to screen with Netflix. "We're so happy with our collaboration with Lindsay to date, and we're thrilled to continue our partnership with her," said Netflix's Director of Independent Film Christina Rogers.

Lindsay's new deal with Netflix includes two more films - although the first one, Irish Wish, was met with less-than-stellar reviews from critics. But hey, that didn't stop Variety from praising Lindsay for still being able to "light up a scene". Maybe she's got some tricks up her sleeve after all!

And now, the wait is over for Lindsay fans everywhere: Freakier Friday, the long-awaited sequel to 2003's Freaky Friday, hits screens on August 8th. Yes, that's right - more than 20 years after the original film, Lindsay will once again team up with Jamie-Lee Curtis as her on-screen mother.

But what does it all mean for Lindsay's future in Hollywood? Will she continue to soar to new heights, or will she stumble upon yet another setback? Only time will tell. One thing's for sure: we can't wait to see what's next for this fiery actress - and find out just how many times she'll have to use the word "no" from now on.

Sources:

• TheScholarlyNote.com
• Emirates Women