Robert Pattinson is an English actor who rose to fame after portraying the iconic character Cedric in the Twilight film series. Since then, he’s been in a string of successful movies, ranging from Hamlet to King Arthur to Water for Elephants. Most recently, he released his debut solo album, entitled Listen, which spawned the single “Real Love”. The song was a hit, topping the Billboard Top 100 in the U.S. and becoming his first solo song to top the chart in any country.
The English actor, who is currently 28 years old, has never been married and has no children. However, he does have a full head of hair, which he inherited from his mum. In 2014, a dermatologist examined his scalp and said he had follicular hypertrophy, noting that “[m]ost men will go their whole lives without going through what Mr Pattinson is experiencing, let alone a woman.”
While many might wonder whether or not to judge a man by his looks, it’s important to remember that appearances can be deceptive. Just because Robert Pattinson doesn’t look like your average, everyday Joe doesn’t mean he’s not a good person. In fact, the English actor has gotten many positive reviews for his acting, something that might surprise you considering his “otherwise” appearance.
His Complex Social Media Presence
Before we delved into analyzing his work as an actor, it’s important to examine how he’s performed on social media. In 2014, the English actor revealed that, in addition to starring in films, he also works as a digital marketer and social media influencer. He’s even partnered with Twitter to create a social media campaign aimed at encouraging users to “live life, love it, and never forget about your dreams.”
So how is he performing on social media? Well, to begin with, he has over one million followers on Twitter. Furthermore, he has over a million subscribers on his YouTube channel, along with over a million likes on his Facebook page.
While most celebrity social media accounts are simple and filled with standard celebrity fare (selfies, hashtags, etc.), Robert Pattinson’s accounts are anything but average. Take a look at some of his most interesting and unique tweets:
- “Hi, I’m Robert Pattinson. I play King Arthur in the upcoming film. Can I have your attention, please?”
- “I have a bone to pick with the French. I think they’re overrated as a country. I find their culinary choices underwhelming.”
- “There are people who say I look like Nick Jonas. I don’t know who they are.”
- “For me, fashion and style are more important than trends. They’re all about expressing yourself.”
- “If you ever see a girl walking down the street with a blanket over her head, it might be me.”
- “I’ve been told I have a very distinctive laugh. I think it’s pretty cool.”
- “I wanted to work with @stevenspielberg on a film because I think he’s a genius. I might steal some of his ideas for future projects.”
Sober Work Ethic
The English actor has never really been accused of being a party animal, but he has admitted that he drinks alcohol. Furthermore, in 2014, he revealed that he’s “always worked hard” and never really considered doing otherwise. He said:
- “When I was 15, I worked at McDonald’s. It was tough, 16 hours a day… But I got used to it. I used to love my job.”
- “I’ve never been a party animal. I’ve always worked hard.”
- “I’ve had a lot of jobs. I’ve worked at McDonald’s, Burger King, KFC, and Subway. It’s all been pretty similar.”
- “I’ve never really been that bothered about what people think about me.”
Positive Body Image
Although Robert Pattinson has never been married and has no children, his fame has brought with it its share of criticism. Many have accused him of being unattractive, even calling him “ugly”. However, this never really bothered the English actor, who has stated that he enjoys his own body and “doesn’t really see [his] appearance as [he] does matter.”
He said in an interview:
- “I have no need to change how I look, because I’m not a bit ugly. I don’t see myself that way. I mean, I suppose I should lose a bit of weight, but I don’t really care that much.”
- “I think we’re all afraid of looking ugly, aren’t we? It’s a horrible thing to be worried about, especially when there’s so many other things you should be worried about.”
- “Sometimes I think I should lose a bit of weight, to be honest. I haven’t been very good at keeping it off, in the past, so I guess I should just be realistic.”
- “I’m not the neatest person in the world, so sometimes my clothes look like they’ve been through a war.”
- “I’m not the best photographer in the world, either, so I often have to be satisfied with what I can get when I’m out and about.”
- “I’m not going to start putting makeup on and fiddling with my hair every day, trying to look like a goddess. I’m perfectly happy with the way I am.”
- “I’ve never really been that bothered about what people think about me. There are always going to be people who don’t like you for whatever reason. That’s just the way it is.”
Creative
While many people might consider Hollywood to be a glamorous industry, it’s not all fun and games. The English actor admitted that sometimes it can feel like “a job,” especially considering the long hours and stressful conditions. However, he’s always found ways to bring some levity to the situation and enjoys what he does, pointing out that “it’s all about the stories” and what he can contribute to the creative process.
He said:
- “You can’t sit in an office all day long, crying over your inability to sell some shoes. That’s no way to live your life.”
- “It’s definitely a job, but it’s also a calling. I’ve always been drawn to arts and crafts – making things, be that painting or designing or whatever.”
- “I love a film where someone is unexpected. You don’t quite know what’s going on, but by the time it’s over, you’ll know why it was so important. That’s the best way to watch a film.”
- “I want to be left alone when I watch films. I don’t want to be distracted by the noises or the people talking.”
- “I guess being a celebrity makes it a bit more difficult. You have to be a bit more guarded with your time, I think.”
Whether or not you agree with his assessment of the French, his performance as King Arthur is certain to appease even the most demanding of viewers. While many people might consider Hollywood to be a glamorous industry, it’s not all fun and games. The English actor revealed that sometimes it can feel like “a job,” especially considering the long hours and stressful conditions. However, he’s always found ways to bring some levity to the situation and enjoys what he does, pointing out that “it’s all about the stories” and what he can contribute to the creative process.
While many might wonder whether or not to judge a man by his looks, it’s important to remember that appearances can be deceptive. Just because Robert Pattinson doesn’t look like your average, everyday Joe doesn’t mean he’s not a good person. In fact, the English actor has gotten many positive reviews for his acting, something that might surprise you considering his “otherwise” appearance.