How To Fail With Elizabeth Day Failure Throwback: Geena Davis
Jan 8, 2025
Geena Davis, an award-winning actress renowned for iconic roles in films like 'Thelma & Louise' and 'Beetlejuice', joins for a candid discussion. She shares her struggles with imposter syndrome and the unexpected path that led her to her first film role after failing as a model. The conversation touches on her late diagnosis of ADD, her advocacy for gender equality in media, and the challenges women face in Hollywood. Davis also reflects on her friendship with Susan Sarandon and her aspirations of becoming an Olympic archer, all while managing the pressures of self-image.
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Swedish Exchange
- Geena Davis's school exchange to Sweden was initially challenging, marked by homesickness and a language barrier.
- However, she persevered, achieving fluency in Swedish and a newfound confidence.
Modeling to Acting
- Geena Davis aimed to become a famous model as a stepping stone to acting, believing it was an easier path.
- Her modeling career, though not reaching supermodel status, led to her first film role in Tootsie.
Warren Beatty Encounter
- Warren Beatty once told Davis he refrained from pursuing her romantically because he admired her relationship with Jeff Goldblum.
- He framed this as a gracious act, highlighting a sense of male entitlement.
