Aimee Lou Wood, the breakout star of Sex Education and The White Lotus, is making headlines for more than just her acting chops. From opening up about her struggles on set to sparking viral debates with fellow celebrities, Wood’s recent revelations offer a rare, unfiltered look at life in the Hollywood fast lane.
Angelina Jolie’s Thumbs-Up: A Moment of Empowerment
On the set of her latest film,
Anxious People, Aimee Lou Wood found herself overwhelmed during an emotional scene, with crew members shouting directions from all sides. In a candid interview with
Harper’s Bazaar, Wood shared how she finally spoke up for herself—a move that was met with a supportive thumbs-up from none other than Angelina Jolie.
"She’s possibly the most famous woman ever, but she’s so normal. I’m fairly certain she drives herself to set each day," Wood remarked, highlighting Jolie’s down-to-earth presence and quiet encouragement.
This moment marked a turning point for Wood, who admitted she’d spent years afraid to assert her needs for fear of seeming “argumentative.” Now, she says, she’s learning to take ownership of her space and voice on set.
“LA Is Emotionally Bulimic”: Wood’s Honest Take on Hollywood
Wood’s honesty doesn’t stop at the film set. She’s been refreshingly blunt about her complicated relationship with Los Angeles, describing the city as
“emotionally bulimic”—a term she uses with the insight of someone who has battled bulimia herself.
"It is this super-sized adventure where everyone’s talking about you all the time and you have to talk about yourself all the time. And then I leave, and I want to throw it all up," she told
Harper’s Bazaar.
For Wood, acting is more than a career—it’s a “safe place” to process her feelings. She credits a teacher at RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art) for her approach:
“Just tell the truth. All of the other stuff will come, but just tell the truth.”Viral Feud: Aimee Lou Wood vs. Sydney Sweeney
Wood’s candor extends to social media, where she recently made waves by calling out fellow actress Sydney Sweeney. After Sweeney defended her controversial American Eagle jeans ad—widely criticized for its tone-deaf play on “genes” and accusations of eugenicist undertones—Wood responded with a single, sick-face emoji on Instagram.
The emoji quickly went viral, with fans praising Wood for taking a stand. One user commented,
“Aimee is always on the right side of history!” The incident has fueled ongoing debates about accountability and sensitivity in celebrity endorsements.
What’s Next for Aimee Lou Wood?
Despite her rising star status, Wood remains grounded—and even a bit surprised by her own career trajectory.
“All I’ve ever wanted was to be a writer. I didn’t really want to be an actor. I don’t really understand how I got here!” she confessed.
Wood is set to receive the Television Actress award at the Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards, cementing her place as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary television.
Takeaways: Authenticity in the Spotlight
Aimee Lou Wood’s recent interviews and viral moments reveal a star who’s unafraid to speak her mind, challenge the status quo, and stay true to herself—even when the Hollywood machine tries to pull her in. Whether she’s standing up for herself on set, calling out problematic ads, or reflecting on the emotional rollercoaster of LA, Wood is redefining what it means to be a celebrity in 2025.
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