Scarlett Johansson has had several unforgettable moments in her acting career. One particular instance that stands out is her performance in Lost in Translation. Surprisingly, Johansson wasn’t initially confident about the film while shooting. Despite this, her on-screen chemistry with co-star Bill Murray turned out to be a significant success and a highlight of her career.
Johansson also faced her fair share of controversy. Let’s delve into one incident where a dress collaboration caused chaos in the media. Both Johansson and the dress company had to release statements addressing the issue. We’ll uncover why Hollywood perceived the collaboration as problematic. Furthermore, we’ll explore other instances where Johansson’s wardrobe became a hot topic for the media. For instance, the actress once put a reporter on the spot for inquiring about what she was wearing underneath a particular costume.
Looking back at a controversial moment in Scarlett Johansson’s fashion history, the actress caused a stir at the 2018 Met Gala when she wore a dress designed by Marchesa, a women’s brand created by Harvey Weinstein’s ex-wife, Georgina Chapman. The media viewed this decision as controversial due to the association with Weinstein. However, Johansson explained her reasoning for wearing the dress, and a spokesperson for Marchesa expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to work with such a talented and stylish actress.
Multiple actresses are claiming that Miramax had previously forced them to wear Marchesa to major events, but Scarlett Johansson defends her choice to represent the brand. Despite other celebrities following suit after Johansson wore the dress, she asserts that there was no pressure involved in her decision. In fact, Johansson and her team reached out to the brand to create a custom dress. The actress stated that she collaborated with Marchesa to support two female designers.
According to her statement, Johansson chose to wear Marchesa because of their ability to empower women and make them feel confident and beautiful. Unfortunately, this was not the only instance where she faced scrutiny for her choices, including a controversial role she had accepted. Although Johansson has received praise for her portrayal of Black Widow, one interviewer crossed a personal boundary by asking about what she wore underneath her costume, causing Johansson to become visibly frustrated.
During an interview, the actress expressed her surprise as it was the fifth time someone had asked her about her underwear. She questioned when did it become a norm to ask such questions in interviews. In a light-hearted manner, she left it up to the imagination of the person asking the question to decide what she might be wearing under her costume. Scarlett Johansson has faced controversies in the past as well. On accepting the role of a transgender man in the film ‘Rub Tug’, she faced backlash from fans. Initially, she defended her decision, citing examples of other actors who had taken up similar roles. However, after realizing her insensitivity towards the transgender community, Scarlett withdrew from the project. In a statement, she expressed her admiration and love for the trans community and acknowledged the need for inclusivity in Hollywood.
During another interview, Scarlett acknowledged that she lacked sufficient knowledge about the subject before agreeing to take on the role. She expressed regret and described the experience as chaotic and emotionally challenging. It was disheartening to realize her insensitivity towards the issue at hand. Despite some missteps and controversies, she continues to be counted among the top tier of actors in the industry.
