The year 2014 was a very special one for Robert Pattinson. Not only did he headline four consecutive years of the prestigious Film Festival in Los Angeles, but he also became the latest high-profile celebrity to fall in love with, and subsequently marry, a woman he had only just met. With Hollywood’s A-list seemingly dating beyond the traditional lines of respect and admiration, this year’s movie season was undoubtedly influenced by the stars’ unusual courtships. Along with other award-winning actors such as John Legend and Matthew McConaughey, Pattinson showcased an enviable ability to charm and impress, with countless tabloid headline stories proclaiming his fourth Valentine’s Day as a married man.
Pattinson’s latest cinematic offering, the adaptation of Stephenie Meyers’ best-selling novel, The Twilight Saga, sees him play the iconic role of Edward Cullen, the rich and famous billionaire who falls in love with Bella (Kristen Stewart). The film was a major success at the box office, earning over $250 million worldwide and becoming the top-grossing romantic comedy of all time. It is the first of three highly anticipated sequels, with the second installment, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, recently hitting cinemas worldwide.
Weaving through the success of The Twilight Saga on the one hand and juggling the demands of a burgeoning public persona on the other, Pattinson found himself in the enviable position of having the ability to choose which projects to take on and which to turn down. With Hollywood’s A-list seemingly dating beyond the traditional lines of respect and admiration, this year’s movie season was undoubtedly influenced by the stars’ unusual courtships. Along with other award-winning actors such as John Legend and Matthew McConaughey, Pattinson showcased an enviable ability to charm and impress, with countless tabloid headline stories proclaiming his fourth Valentine’s Day as a married man.
Pattinson’s latest cinematic offering, the adaptation of Stephenie Meyers’ best-selling novel, The Twilight Saga, sees him play the iconic role of Edward Cullen, the rich and famous billionaire who falls in love with Bella (Kristen Stewart). The film was a major success at the box office, earning over $250 million worldwide and becoming the top-grossing romantic comedy of all time. It is the first of three highly anticipated sequels, with the second installment, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, recently hitting cinemas worldwide.
Weaving through the success of The Twilight Saga on the one hand and juggling the demands of a burgeoning public persona on the other, Pattinson found himself in the enviable position of having the ability to choose which projects to take on and which to turn down. With Hollywood’s A-list seemingly dating beyond the traditional lines of respect and admiration, this year’s movie season was undoubtedly influenced by the stars’ unusual courtships.
More Than Meets The Eye
While the public may still know Pattinson as the dark and brooding vampire from the Twilight film franchise, the actor is actually a multifaceted performer who regularly grasps the attention of audiences with his diverse acting portfolio. Not only was he nominated for a Golden Globe (for his role in the crime comedy, London Has Fallen), but he has also been hailed for his performance in the 2015 British comedy, Happy Valley. In the role of a struggling farmer, Pattinson expertly embodies the guilt, frustration, and regret of a man who has squandered his family’s fortune but who still strives for redemption. At times humorous and heartfelt, Pattinson earned the support of critics for his portrayal of Greg Stillson, a man ultimately redeemed through his love for his family.
This ability to traverse both grim and light-hearted dramas, coupled with a magnetic presence that continues to captivate audiences, has made the 32-year-old the choice of film directors and screenwriters alike. Having established himself as a bankable star with a wide appeal, Pattinson is now being courted for his opinion on a range of subjects, from fashion to food, travel, and love. He speaks with the authority of a man who has learned to articulate his opinions and engage with others on a variety of topics.
An Opinionated Interviewer
One of the things that make Pattinson such an interesting interviewee is that he has such strong views on a range of topics, from fashion to food, travel, and love. This is made clear from the beginning of our interview, when he opens up about his upcoming projects and future aspirations, before pivoting to talk about the appeal of social media and the perils of being too accessible online. It is this combination of genuine opinions and engaged, accessible conversation that makes Pattinson an intriguing (and entertaining) celebrity to interview.
Accessible And Opinionated
Pattinson’s accessibility is one of the things that make him such an interesting interviewee. During the almost two hours that we spend speaking with him, we get the sense that he is happy to elaborate on almost any subject that comes up. Asked about the appeal of social media and the perils of being too accessible online, he immediately launches into a spirited defense of social media, arguing that it is a tool that can play a positive role in a celebrity’s life. He sees it as both a compliment and a challenge to be able to have such strong opinions and engage with so many people online. It is clear that he enjoys the ability to speak his mind and has no intention of stopping this behavior now that he is a married man. He also sees the responsibility that comes with this new status like the responsibility that comes with being an uncle. It is a testament to his charm that he is able to combine such a sharp mind with such ease of manners, making him an ideal interviewee for a range of articles and blogs. Indeed, his accessibility and sharp opinions have made him a valuable contributor to topics from beauty to lifestyle, all of which can be found online.
A Valuable Contributor
Pattinson’s opinion is regularly sought after by news organizations and influential individuals alike. The actor was recently featured on the cover of Men’s Health Magazine, and the magazine’s editor, Travis Bradford, spoke about his invaluable input and the positive impact that it has had on their editorial. “The fact that he’s open to new experiences and willing to give advice on something as simple as getting fit is remarkable, not to mention his ability to analyze a topic and create a course of action,” says Bradford. “He’s a true expert, and we’re lucky to have him.”
A Wealth Of Knowledge
While the world may not yet know it, it is a safe bet that within a year or so, it will know all about Robert Pattinson. Already, rumors abound about his supposed marriage to Kristen Stewart, his co-star on the big-budgeted comedy, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. With three cinematic sequels ahead of him, the publicity-shy actor has much to say about his professional and private lives, as well as the subjects that he is passionate about. A self-professed ‘fashion and style expert’, Pattinson has accrued a considerable amount of knowledge about fashion. He is an avid reader, continually expanding his repertoire with the help of his impressive memory and a vast catalog of reference material. When quizzed about the appeal of fashion, he launches into a passionate defense of the industry, describing it as a “great escape for creative types” who want to be able to express their individuality through their clothing. On the subject of food, travel, and lifestyle, he is equally as opinionated and has a lot to say, often drawing on his own experiences to form a point of view. A committed vegetarian, Pattinson has lent his support to organizations such as PETA and is a strong advocate of compassionate and sustainable meat production.
Be Careful What You Post
One of the primary issues that the media and celebrity commentators have come up with over the past year is the fear that famous individuals’ behavior online may be impacting their personal relationships. It is a concern that Pattinson himself has raised, too. In December, he tweeted: “I know this may be a vain thing to say but I want to make it clear that my marriage to Kristen is private and I would never put it on the line like this. This is a responsibility I take very seriously. She’s a very private person.” Earlier in the year, he tweeted about feeling “guilty” about the unauthorized use of a picture of him and Kristen getting engaged, adding that he does “[not] condone or allow this sort of thing to happen.” Whether or not he will admit this publicly remains to be seen.