Kate Beckinsale, famous for her roles in Serendipity and Underworld, has recently shared troubling experiences that shed light on the darker side of Hollywood.
Unsafe Working Conditions and Gaslighting
Beckinsale recalled being forced into dangerous fight sequences on two different films, which led to physical injuries. When she expressed concern, she was met with gaslighting, where she was made to feel as if she were the problem, and subsequently excluded from social gatherings with her co-stars. This created a toxic work environment.
Verbal Abuse on Set
In another instance, after speaking up about a co-star’s unprofessional behavior, Beckinsale was subjected to harsh verbal abuse. She was insulted both through communication channels and directly to her face, exposing the hostile atmosphere she had to endure on set.
Forced to Work After Personal Trauma
Beckinsale also shared the emotional and physical toll the industry can take on its actors. She revealed being forced to attend a photo shoot just one day after suffering a miscarriage. Despite her distress, her publicist insisted she continue with the work, highlighting the industry’s insensitivity to personal loss.
Support for Blake Lively and Call for Change
Beckinsale’s decision to speak out was influenced by Blake Lively’s recent sexual harassment allegations against Justin Baldoni. Expressing her support for Lively, Beckinsale emphasized that these issues are not isolated and urged for widespread change to ensure safer working conditions for everyone, regardless of gender.
Past Encounters with Harvey Weinstein
This isn’t the first time Beckinsale has spoken out about misconduct in Hollywood. In 2020, she revealed an encounter with Harvey Weinstein, where he was verbally abusive towards her following a film premiere in 2001. Weinstein’s history of sexual abuse has been widely documented, with multiple women sharing similar allegations.
