It’s been a couple of years since we’ve seen and heard from Robert Pattinson. Following his break from acting in 2021, the enigmatic pop star has kept himself busy with his music and philanthropy. Now that he’s returning to the big screen with Twilight Zone: Night Watch, the question is: What is Robert Pattinson doing for his 2022 comeback?
GQ magazine has some details about the superstar’s ambitious year ahead. He’s set to headline a luxury cruise ship around the world, and he’s also planning on releasing a few solo albums. He’s even been building a recording studio in his home. Plus, there’s the usual round of international tour support from his mates in the British royal family.
The publication reports that Robert Pattinson’s resurgence is a reaction to the pandemic. He’s decided to put his acting career on hold to spend more time with his family and focus on his music. He may have also decided to do so because of the limited opportunities that film and TV work will present following the pandemic.
While the world focuses on getting back to normal, Robert Pattinson is setting some very high standards for himself. Even if you’ve never heard of this man, you’ll probably know his music. For those of you who are looking for a bit of an introduction, here’s a quick bio on the pop icon:
Early Life and Influences
Robert Pattinson was born in London to a fashion photographer and a make-up artist. He had his first child at the age of 19, with his long-term partner, Emma Greenbaum. They have two sons together.
The British actor has been influenced by the work of renowned makeup artist, Christiane Fuchs. The pair worked together on the 2018 movie, Darkest Hour, and Fuchs has now become a full-time collaborator. She’s even provided the designs for some of Robert Pattinson’s clothing collection. The designer, Ralph Lauren, has said that Christiane Fuchs is his “favorite makeup artist ever.”
Pattinson’s musical tastes run to the alternative side of music. He grew up listening to bands like the Strokes, Blur, and the Smiths. The quirky singer-songwriter Morrissey even named one of his favorite songs after him. Now that he’s managed to carve out a career in the mainstream, it seems that Robert Pattinson has adopted some of the alternative-rock scene’s fashion trends. He’s often been spotted wearing checked shirts, torn jeans, and white sneakers. One thing is for sure: He’ll always be remembered for his piercing blue eyes.
The Making of a Hollywood Star
When Twilight drew to a close in 2020, it was considered one of the biggest flops of all time. The last installment in the New York Times best-selling saga brought in just $162 million at the box office worldwide. Not even John Cameron Mitchel’s 1910 movie, The Big Story, which starred William Randolph Hearst and was the first Hollywood movie to gross more than $100 million, could save it.
For a while it looked like Twilight’s budget of $60 million might even be considered a bargain, especially since it earned back ten times that amount in profit. But then came the coronavirus. The pandemic halted production for several months and put a question mark on the future of blockbusters. It also forced Hollywood to change the way it does business.
As it stands, Disney and Fox have slashed their movie budgets by 67% and 73% respectively. The studios are also looking to make their movies work harder. More action, more explosions, more sets, more special effects – the mantra is ‘more to less.’ And it’s made its way into marketing too. The studios are prioritizing movies that are shorter, with more lean content. As a result, long-form content – like the news story or documentary – has been put on the backburner.
Saving the World One Movie at a Time
Even before the pandemic, environmental issues were never far from Robert Pattinson’s radar. In 2019 he teamed up with renowned German-British photographer, Markus Schreiber, to launch a photobook titled, Water: A Global Call to Action. The tome was in support of the UN’s global water agenda and aimed to raise awareness of the water crisis. He and Schreiber’s previous work focuses on humanitarian issues. The pair was awarded the prestigious Deutsche Börse Photography Prize in recognition of their project.
Pattinson has also been vocal about his support for organizations like Glorious Earth, the Water Charity, and the World Wildlife Fund. He’s taken a more active role in encouraging sustainable practices in the entertainment industry too. In 2020 he launched a website called, ‘One Thing She Does Well,’ which encourages filmmakers to tell fewer stories but to focus on the subject matter instead.
While most of the world focuses on getting back to normal, Pattinson is setting some very high standards for himself. Even if you’ve never heard of this man, you’ll probably know his music. For those of you who are looking for a bit of an introduction, here’s a quick bio on the pop icon:
Early Life and Influences
Robert Pattinson was born in London to a fashion photographer and a make-up artist. He had his first child at the age of 19, with his long-term partner, Emma Greenbaum. They have two sons together.
The British actor has been influenced by the work of renowned makeup artist, Christiane Fuchs. The pair worked together on the 2018 movie, Darkest Hour, and Fuchs has now become a full-time collaborator. She’s even provided the designs for some of Robert Pattinson’s clothing collection. The designer, Ralph Lauren, has said that Christiane Fuchs is his “favorite makeup artist ever.”
Pattinson’s musical tastes run to the alternative side of music. He grew up listening to bands like the Strokes, Blur, and the Smiths. The quirky singer-songwriter Morrissey even named one of his favorite songs after him. Now that he’s managed to carve out a career in the mainstream, it seems that Robert Pattinson has adopted some of the alternative-rock scene’s fashion trends. He’s often been spotted wearing checked shirts, torn jeans, and white sneakers. One thing is for sure: He’ll always be remembered for his piercing blue eyes.
With the support of his wife and children, Robert is looking to make the most of his return to the big screen. He has a brand-new movie, Twilight Zone: Night Watch, premiering December 18th. This is the actor’s biggest studio effort yet. He also has a number of high-profile concert tour dates in the upcoming months. While the world focuses on getting back to normal, Robert Pattinson is setting some very high standards for himself. Even if you’ve never heard of this man, you’ll probably know his music. For those of you who are looking for a bit of an introduction, here’s a quick bio on the pop icon:
The Making of a Hollywood Star
When Twilight drew to a close in 2020, it was considered one of the biggest flops of all time. The last installment in the New York Times best-selling saga brought in just $162 million at the box office worldwide. Not even John Cameron Mitchel’s 1910 movie, The Big Story, which starred William Randolph Hearst and was the first Hollywood movie to gross more than $100 million, could save it.
For a while it looked like Twilight’s budget of $60 million might even be considered a bargain, especially since it earned back ten times that amount in profit. But then came the coronavirus. The pandemic halted production for several months and put a question mark on the future of blockbusters. It also forced Hollywood to change the way it does business.
As it stands, Disney and Fox have slashed their movie budgets by 67% and 73% respectively. The studios are also looking to make their movies work harder. More action, more explosions, more sets, more special effects – the mantra is ‘more to less.’ And it’s made its way into marketing too. The studios are prioritizing movies that are shorter, with more lean content. As a result, long-form content – like the news story or documentary – has been put on the backburner.