Daisy Edgar-Jones is having a moment. Actually she has been having a moment for a while now and Hollywood is definitely taking notice. She is talented charming and seems to be working with every heartthrob in the business. Seriously check out her co-star list it reads like a who's who of " internet boyfriends ".
Working with Hotties: Daisy Edgar-Jones Jokes About Co-Starring with Glen Powell Sebastian Stan and More
Daisy has been racking up some seriously impressive co-stars lately. Think Glen Powell in Twisters Sebastian Stan in Fresh and of course Paul Mescal in Normal People which is kind of where it all blew up for her. And that's just scratching the surface. She has also shared screen time with Harris Dickinson Andrew Garfield and Jacob Elordi. It is a pretty enviable list if you ask us.
In a recent interview with Elle Magazine Daisy joked about this whole trend. She laughed that she has "worked with basically all of the internet’s boyfriends" and at this point she is just waiting to team up with Timothée Chalamet and Austin Butler to complete the set. Can we make this happen Hollywood?
Supportive Co-Stars and Leading Lady Status: Daisy Praises Glen Powell Sebastian Stan and Paul Mescal's Generosity
But it is not just about working with famous faces. Daisy has some really kind things to say about her male co-stars. She told Elle that she feels "lucky that every actor I’ve worked with has been incredibly supportive of me being the lead." That is a big deal in an industry that can sometimes be a bit ego-driven.
She specifically called out Glen Powell Sebastian Stan and Paul Mescal for being super generous and focused on the story rather than themselves. Daisy said Glen was always interested in making sure her character Kate's journey in Twisters was strong. Sebastian Stan she noted was totally invested in her character Noa's story in Fresh. And working with Paul Mescal on Normal People she described as feeling like "playing tennis with your best friend." That sounds like a dream work environment.
Daisy even admitted she is a little nervous about the day she might work with someone who is not as cool with her being top billed. She knows ego can be a thing in Hollywood but so far she has had amazing experiences.
Beyond the Ingenue: Daisy Edgar-Jones Seeks Complex Characters and Female-Led Stories
Daisy is not just interested in being the "ingenue" or playing stereotypical female roles. She is actively looking for characters with depth complexity and agency. She wants to play women who are not just defined by the men in their lives or their experiences but by who they are as individuals.
She mentioned the controversy around the ending of Twisters where her character Kate did not have a kiss with Glen Powell's character. Daisy totally gets why some fans were maybe disappointed but she also points out that Kate's journey in that movie was "bigger than a romantic journey." It was about her own personal growth and facing her fears.
Daisy also thinks it is great that Hollywood is finally making more movies and shows with women in the lead roles. She is excited to be part of that change and to tell stories that center on female experiences.
What Co-Stars Say About Daisy: Harris Dickinson Praises Her Kindness and Talent
It is not just Daisy praising her co-stars they have great things to say about her too. Harris Dickinson who worked with Daisy on Where the Crawdads Sing told Elle that she is "one of the kindest people I’ve ever met." He also noted her "immense patience and sensitivity" saying that is what makes her such a "brilliant artist." Kindness patience sensitivity and brilliance? That is quite the combination.
Daisy Edgar-Jones Movies & Co-Stars List:
- Normal People (with Paul Mescal)
- Fresh (with Sebastian Stan)
- Where the Crawdads Sing (with Harris Dickinson)
- Twisters (with Glen Powell)
- Under the Banner of Heaven (with Andrew Garfield)
- On Swift Horses (with Jacob Elordi)
- Voyagers (upcoming with Andrew Garfield)
Hollywood's Next Big Thing? Daisy Edgar-Jones' Star is Definitely on the Rise
Daisy Edgar-Jones is clearly an actress to watch. She is talented she is smart and she is working with all the right people. She is not just riding on the coattails of her famous co-stars though. She is carving out her own space in Hollywood by choosing interesting complex roles and bringing her own genuine personality to everything she does. Keep an eye out for Daisy Edgar-Jones because her star is definitely on the rise and it looks like she is just getting started.