In the realm of Hollywood and media, conflicts between public figures often make headlines, especially when they touch on sensitive issues like the #MeToo movement.
One such recent clash that has sparked widespread attention involves political commentator Megyn Kelly and actress Charlize Theron.
This ongoing dispute, which reignited after Kelly’s recent remarks on her podcast, centers around the portrayal of Kelly in the 2019 film Bombshell and the subsequent comments made by Theron during the movie’s promotional tour.
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Bombshell was a critically acclaimed film that sought to shed light on the alleged sexual harassment perpetrated by the late Fox News CEO, Roger Ailes. Charlize Theron, a renowned South African actress, took on the challenging role of portraying Megyn Kelly, one of the former Fox News anchors who was pivotal in exposing Ailes’ misconduct.
The film, which also starred Nicole Kidman and Margot Robbie, aimed to highlight the struggles women face in toxic workplaces, particularly in industries dominated by powerful men.
However, despite the film’s intention to bring attention to these critical issues, Kelly has been vocal about her dissatisfaction with how she was portrayed and the way Theron handled the role.
In a recent episode of “The Megyn Kelly Show” podcast (video below), the former Fox News host did not mince words when expressing her feelings about Theron and the film. “It’s so nasty… Charlize Theron and her friends basically cribbed my entire book,” Kelly stated, referring to her memoir, Settle for More.
She went on to accuse Theron of not only taking her story without proper acknowledgment or compensation but also of using the film’s promotional tour as a platform to “dump” on her.
“First of all, you stole my book, you stole my very intimate story, and you didn’t pay me anything… You took absolutely no time to actually get to know me,” Kelly continued.
Her frustration was palpable as she accused Theron of misrepresenting her story and criticized Hollywood’s treatment of her narrative. “Hollywood is disgusting. Just take your f—— award and slink away,” she added, highlighting her disdain for the industry’s handling of her personal experience.
This isn’t the first time Kelly has publicly criticized Theron. Earlier this year, Kelly addressed comments Theron made during a media interview where she appeared to question the timing of Kelly’s allegations against Ailes.
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According to Kelly, Theron remarked that Kelly was “late to the party” in coming forward with her accusations, implying that Kelly’s delay in speaking out diminished the credibility of her claims.
Kelly’s response was as fiery as one might expect. “B—- you weren’t even at the party. You’d never f—— came forward with any allegations,” Kelly retorted on her podcast. Her frustration stemmed from what she perceived as Theron’s hypocrisy and lack of understanding regarding the complexities of coming forward with such serious accusations.
Kelly further suggested that Theron, despite likely facing her own challenges in Hollywood, lacked the courage to speak out and therefore had no place to criticize those who did.
Kelly’s harsh rebuke of Theron is rooted in a broader frustration she has expressed towards those who, in her view, manipulate or misrepresent the #MeToo movement for personal gain or to further their careers.
She has previously criticized other high-profile women who, in her opinion, revised their accounts of sexual harassment or assault in a way that aligns with a certain narrative, often years after the fact.
One of the most striking examples of Kelly’s critique of #MeToo revisionism came during Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Kelly took aim at Stormy Daniels, an adult film star who accused Trump of having an affair with her and later received a payment to keep quiet about it.
During her podcast, Kelly accused Daniels of changing her story over time, especially in the context of the #MeToo movement.
“It went from this casual description back when she first came out with this publicly of, ‘He was interesting and he was nice and it was fine, he was a nice guy,’ to, ‘I blacked out!’” Kelly said during an episode featuring comedian Adam Carolla.
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She criticized Daniels’ new testimony, in which Daniels described feeling disoriented and trapped during the encounter, as “bulls— #MeToo revisionism” and expressed frustration that many people seemed to accept these revised accounts without question.
Kelly’s criticisms raise important questions about the complexities of the #MeToo movement, particularly around the idea of when and how women should come forward with their stories of harassment or assault.
On one hand, the movement has been instrumental in encouraging women to speak out and hold powerful men accountable. On the other hand, Kelly’s critiques highlight the potential for the movement to be co-opted or manipulated in ways that may detract from its original purpose.
The conflict between Megyn Kelly and Charlize Theron is not just a personal feud; it reflects broader debates about the portrayal of real-life stories in Hollywood, the responsibilities of those who tell these stories, and the ongoing challenges faced by the #MeToo movement.
For Kelly, the portrayal of her life and experiences in Bombshell was not just inaccurate, but also disrespectful and damaging. Her strong words against Theron underscore her belief that Hollywood often prioritizes sensationalism over truth, even when dealing with sensitive subjects like sexual harassment.
As the dust settles, it remains to be seen whether Theron or others involved in the making of Bombshell will respond to Kelly’s latest accusations. What is clear, however, is that the tension between these two high-profile women continues to simmer, with no signs of resolution in sight.
Whether this conflict will lead to a broader discussion about the ethics of storytelling in Hollywood and the integrity of the #MeToo movement is a question that remains open for debate.
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