The buzz surrounding Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan has intensified following a memorable appearance on The Graham Norton Show.
After a particularly candid moment, Paul finally shared his thoughts on the incident that left viewers talking.
A Remark That Stopped the Show
Saoirse sparked quite a conversation during her appearance, where she addressed gender-based violence while seated among an all-male panel, which included Paul, Denzel Washington, and Eddie Redmayne.
The discussion took a lighthearted turn when Eddie shared that he received training for his upcoming role in The Day of the Jackal, including how to use a phone as a defensive tool in an emergency.
Paul quipped, “Who is actually going to think about that? If someone attacked me, I’m not going to go ‘phone.’”
Graham playfully mimicked a defensive stance with a phone, prompting Eddie to agree, “That’s a very good point.”
However, when Saoirse finally interjected, her comment was serious and powerful: “That’s what girls have to think about all the time.”
The room fell silent, and she rallied the audience with a confident, “Am I right, ladies?” that resulted in thunderous applause.
Emotions Run High at the Premiere
In his first interview since that moment, Paul addressed the incident while attending the Gladiator II premiere in Sydney.
The film, where he portrays Lucius Verus, marks a significant role for the actor.
During the red carpet event, he spoke to 9Honey about a compliment Denzel had given him on The Graham Norton Show, stating, “I got absolutely emotional when he [Denzel] said that.”
He praised Denzel’s extraordinary talent and support throughout the promotional tour, expressing gratitude for the mentorship he received, calling it “incredibly generous and kind.”
A Friendly Banter on the Sofa
The show opened with Eddie joking about Graham’s excitement over his “favorite line-up ever.”
Graham turned to Paul to discuss his friendship with Saoirse.
As they chatted, Saoirse humorously noted, “I’ll interrupt, and then Paul says, ‘You just say it then,’” referencing their chemistry.
The camaraderie was evident as they shared anecdotes, with Saoirse mentioning that she and Paul were neighbors back in Ireland.
When it came time for Saoirse to promote her film Blitz, Paul’s playful antics continued to lighten the mood.
Graham warned him to behave, but Paul couldn’t help himself, laughing during her interview.
The conversation turned to Saoirse’s physical training for her role in Hanna, prompting Paul and the other men to burst into laughter at a picture of her in the film.
“Just look at her!” Paul remarked, despite Saoirse’s protests of “don’t laugh.”
Lighthearted Tensions
As Graham tried to steer the conversation back, Paul jokingly said, “I want to go as you for Halloween!”
This playful jab prompted an exasperated Saoirse to declare, “Ok, you’ve had your time talking.”
The lighthearted exchange showcased their friendship, with Denzel even joking about backing away from the situation.
Friends Through It All
Despite the tension during that moment on The Graham Norton Show, it’s clear there’s no animosity between Paul and Saoirse.
The two actors developed a strong friendship while filming Foe, where they portrayed a married couple.
Saoirse shared how working on the film brought them closer, stating, “We’ve become very, very close since making the film. We’re genuine friends; we’re not Hollywood friends.”
Paul echoed her sentiments, saying, “Saoirse is the most prepared actor I’ve ever worked with. There’s no tiredness. She’s also now a really good pal of mine.”
What’s Next for Saoirse?
As Saoirse continues to promote Blitz, which hits theaters on November 1 and will stream on Apple TV+ on November 22, excitement surrounds her performance.
Directed by Steve McQueen, Blitz tells the story of a group of Londoners during WWII, with Saoirse playing a mother navigating the challenges of wartime while raising her son, George.
With a talented cast and a compelling narrative, her film is certainly one to watch.
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