Saoirse Ronan made a strong statement about the realities women face regarding personal safety during her appearance on The Graham Norton Show on October 25. Sharing the stage with fellow actors Paul Mescal, Eddie Redmayne, and Denzel Washington, the conversation shifted to a serious note after Redmayne described learning to use his phone as a weapon for his upcoming role as an assassin in The Day of the Jackal.
When Mescal and Norton humorously questioned the practicality of using a phone in self-defense, Ronan took the opportunity to remind the group of a grim reality: “That’s what girls have to think about all the time.” Her words resonated with the studio audience, which responded with loud applause, and quickly went viral, with fans commending Ronan for highlighting women’s constant awareness of safety in ways that many men may not consider.
Social Media Responds to Ronan’s Comment
Fans on social media praised Ronan for her courage in redirecting the conversation. “Saoirse Ronan is a queen,” one user posted. “Men need a reminder what it’s like being a woman so they can appreciate their privilege.” Another noted, “This encapsulates men being ignorant of male privilege in a nutshell.”
Ronan’s Upcoming Project: Blitz
Ronan is preparing for her role in Blitz, an upcoming Steven McQueen-directed drama set in WWII-era London, where she plays Rita, a single mother whose son goes missing amidst the chaos. Initially hesitant about taking on another war film, Ronan was drawn in by the film’s unique focus on the mother-son relationship rather than the frontlines. Blitz premieres in theaters on November 1 and will be available to stream on Apple TV+ beginning November 22.
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