The Daily Beast Podcast Why Everyone Hates Gwyneth Paltrow
Jul 31, 2025
Author Amy Odell, known for her deep dive into celebrity culture, chats with host Joanna Coles about Gwyneth Paltrow's polarizing figure. They dissect the rise of Goop and its sometimes dubious wellness advice, questioning the impact on health trust. Odell shares spicy details from her extensive research, exploring Gwyneth's glamorous love life and savvy business strategies. The duo also examines how Paltrow reshaped modern celebrity culture and the cringe-worthy moments that turned her into a meme, revealing layers of a complex icon.
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Gwyneth’s Elite Background Causes Polarization
- Gwyneth Paltrow triggers because she comes from elite, glamorous background and tries to relate to average people but fails.
- Her comments often sound out of touch, making her polarizing.
Fat Suit Experiment
- Gwyneth wore a fat suit for Shallow Hal to experience how larger women are treated.
- She said every pretty girl should be forced to do that to understand different treatment.
Controversy Drives Impressions
- Despite controversies, most brands want impressions and partnering with Gwyneth drives those impressions.
- Goop’s controversies have not deterred brand collaborations significantly.
