Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"I wanted something that started with R and then and I wanted something that I didn't think anybody else had And then I came up with Royce." — Rebel Wilson
"I had one high school boyfriend. I'm kind of I hope people don't listen to this in Australia I had one little high school boyfriend could Peter high peter if you're listening And he went to the boys school next door and so how we met the boys was that we did theater productions And that was our only interaction with the boys." — Rebel Wilson
"Well, like I've had a bit of experience with dating apps because I was on Raya But then I was like what if there's somebody out there like me that doesn't quite have a label on their sexuality Because it was weird when at one point I went on Raya and ticked the box for interested in women as well I felt like because you tick interested in men interested in women and I was like It just felt weird to have to label myself or categorize myself." — Rebel Wilson
Rebel Wilson shares her personal narrative, beginning with the unique naming of her child, Royce, inspired by an incidental observation. She recounts her birth name, Melanie, and the transition to her given name, Rebel, which was inspired by a special person at her parents' wedding. Wilson details her formative years in Sydney, Australia, describing an initial social ostracization in high school after declining to smoke, leading to a year of isolation in the library. This experience contrasted sharply with her later popularity, demonstrating her understanding of varying social dynamics. Her journey through high school also included a challenging orthodontic experience and a formative first romance, which ended due to infidelity, influencing her early resolve to prioritize her career.
The conversation delves into Wilson's decision to forgo romantic relationships in her twenties, dedicating herself to building her acting career in Hollywood. She attributes this intense focus to her ambition and the perceived need for singular dedication to succeed in the competitive entertainment industry, noting the sacrifices made in her social and love life. Wilson also discusses her past insecurities related to her weight and the stereotype of playing the "fat funny friend," contrasting this with her public persona and the challenges of navigating body image and career pigeonholing. She shares how a fertility doctor's advice prompted a re-evaluation of her health habits, leading to a healthier lifestyle as she approached 40.
A significant portion of the discussion focuses on Wilson's romantic relationships and evolving understanding of her sexuality. She recounts her "Year of Love" in 2019, where she committed to saying yes to every date to gain experience and find a partner. This period led to her first serious relationship at 35 and later, to meeting her current partner, Ramona. Wilson describes her journey of self-discovery, realizing her attraction to women and the creation of her dating app, Fluid, designed to offer a space without rigid labels for sexuality. She highlights the positive reception of her relationship with Ramona by her family and shares her experience with motherhood, emphasizing the challenges and profound joy it has brought, alongside the strengthening of her partnership.