Actress and comedian Daisy May Cooper has spoken candidly about her upbringing, describing her father as a “narcissist” while reflecting on childhood memories during a conversation with her brother, Charlie Cooper.
The siblings made the remarks while appearing on Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place podcast, where they discussed revisiting difficult experiences from their early years before finding success with the BAFTA-winning comedy series This Country.
Siblings Revisit Childhood Memories
Charlie Cooper explained that there was a period when the pair frequently discussed events from their childhood, recalling moments they had experienced growing up together.
Building on the conversation, Daisy said they eventually concluded that their father had significantly influenced their upbringing in negative ways, using explicit language to describe him as a narcissist.
Charlie responded by joking that Daisy had inherited some of those traits, prompting a playful exchange between the two siblings.
Relationship With Their Father Has Changed Over Time
Despite the criticism, Daisy and Charlie acknowledged that their relationship with their father has evolved over the years and that they are now very close to him.
Paul Cooper, who also portrayed their on-screen father in This Country, helped bring authenticity to the acclaimed mockumentary inspired by the family’s rural upbringing.
The siblings have previously described their household as “dysfunctional,” recalling that they were raised in a two-bedroom council house while their family faced financial hardship.
Daisy Previously Discussed Weight Loss and Filming Challenges
Separately, Daisy has also spoken openly about the personal changes she underwent while filming the BBC comedy Am I Being Unreasonable?.
The actress revealed that losing around 10 stone and undergoing lip filler treatment created continuity challenges between the first and second seasons, which are intended to take place only moments apart in the show‘s timeline. She joked that viewers might need a disclaimer explaining her noticeably different appearance.
Actress Rejects Stereotypes About Women and Comedy
Reflecting on her transformation, Daisy said her weight loss was motivated by health and happiness rather than appearance. She explained that she had struggled with a food addiction and felt physically unwell before making lifestyle changes.
The comedian also criticized comments suggesting she was funnier before losing weight, arguing that women should not be expected to fit stereotypes in order to be considered entertaining. While emphasizing her support for body positivity, Daisy said she ultimately wanted to feel healthier and happier in her own life.
