Naomi Watts Steals Spotlight as Jackie O in Upcoming Ryan Murphy Project
GET READY FOR A ROYAL RENEWAL! Naomi Watts is Set to Sizzle as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in Ryan Murphy's Latest Project!
The legendary First Lady of the United States, Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis, is getting a major makeover – this time, courtesy of Aussie superstar Naomi Watts! The 56-year-old actress is set to transform into the iconic Jackie O for Ryan Murphy's upcoming biopic American Love Story, premiering in February 2026.
Watts' transformation into the style icon and former First Lady is already giving us life! In a sneak peek photo, she's rocking a brown wig and looking every bit the part of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. But don't just take our word for it – Watts has been spotted filming scenes on location in New York City with co-stars Paul Kelly (playing JFK Jr.) and Grace Gummer (taking on the role of Caroline Kennedy).
And if you thought this was just a one-dimensional portrayal, think again! American Love Story will delve into the whirlwind romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, which tragically ended in a plane crash in 1999. The film will also explore the love lives of JFK Jr.'s ex-girlfriend, Daryl Hannah (played by Dree Hemingway), and his mother's infamous marriage to Aristotle Onassis.
But Naomi Watts isn't just redefining her own career – she's also on a mission to redefine the conversation around menopause! As part of her wellness brand Stripes Beauty, Watts has launched a new campaign focused on menopause solutions. And let me tell you, this girl is NOT afraid of getting older!
"I think we need to start celebrating menopause as a badge of honor," Naomi told TheScholarlyNote.com in an exclusive interview. "Our minds, our experience, our sense of self – all these things cumulatively add up to a bolder, wiser version of yourself. And that's what makes you hotter than ever!"
But Watts isn't just speaking from theory – she's been there herself! She went into menopause or perimenopause super early and felt a lot of shame and confusion about how to navigate this new chapter. "I think women in this stage have often felt left out," Naomi reflected. "When our hormones stop functioning the way they used to, it's like we become redundant, expected to disappear. There's just a whole lot of negative messaging, which feels so out of date now."
So, what does Naomi Watts' take on menopause mean for Hollywood? Well, according to her, embracing ageing has actually helped her become more successful! "I think the longer the life, the deeper it gets, and the roles tend to reflect that in terms of storytelling and playing all these dynamic women," she explained. "We've been through a multitude of experiences by now, so stories will reflect that."
And there you have it – Naomi Watts is not just redefining her own career, but also sparking a conversation about what it means to be a woman at every stage of life! Stay tuned for more updates on American Love Story and Naomi Watts' latest endeavors.
