Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"And once I won the Oscar, it put me into a little bit of an identity crisis because if you win the biggest prize, like what are you supposed to do and where are you supposed to go?" — Gwyneth Paltrow
"I think that as women, we know on such a deep level what is right for us. And so it's really just a matter of how many layers we've put on top of that." — Gwyneth Paltrow
"You get this software upgrade when you turn 40, like you just get an upgrade. Like you wake up and your software is fucking upgraded. And you're like, wow, this is bizarre. Like I don't care what anybody thinks of me." — Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow joins Alex Cooper to discuss the profound impact of winning an Academy Award at a young age, which unexpectedly led to an identity crisis and a re-evaluation of her career path. She reflects on the intense attention and disorientation that followed such early success, prompting her to focus on personal healing and growth. Paltrow also delves into her childhood experiences, highlighting the high standards and potential destabilization from her parents' generation's approach to parenting, contrasting it with the modern emphasis on mental health and self-awareness.
The conversation transitions to Paltrow's notable past relationships, including her engagement to Brad Pitt and her marriage to Chris Martin. She candidly discusses the reasons behind ending her engagement, attributing it to her own developmental needs and a lack of self-understanding at the time. Paltrow emphasizes the importance of listening to one's instincts and cultivating a strong friendship with oneself to make authentic life choices, particularly in romantic relationships. She also shares insights into her marriage to Chris Martin, detailing how they met amidst personal grief and the eventual decision to separate due to diverging needs and a desire for greater personal fulfillment.
Paltrow further elaborates on the genesis and evolution of her wellness brand, Goop, stemming from a personal desire for a break from acting and a profound realization after the birth of her daughter. She discusses the initial skepticism she faced when venturing into entrepreneurship, drawing parallels to Jane Fonda's experience. Paltrow highlights Goop's commitment to rigorous research, particularly in the clean beauty and women's wellness spaces, aiming to destigmatize topics around pleasure and provide reliable resources. She concludes by reflecting on misconceptions about her and Goop, particularly the notion of them being "wacky," and emphasizes the brand's dedication to exploring cutting-edge, albeit sometimes emerging, theories with clear labeling.