Robert Pattinson admits traumatic childhood story he told in 2011 interview was entirely made up

Robert Pattinson admits traumatic childhood story he told in 2011 interview was entirely made up

Reflecting upon Robert Pattinson‘s interview with Matt Lauer back in 2011, I find myself reminiscing about those tumultuous times when fame was a double-edged sword. Being in the limelight is like being on a wild rollercoaster ride; one moment you’re soaring to new heights, and the next, you’re plummeting into the abyss of anonymity.

In 2011, Robert Pattinson admitted that he had entered a kind of daze or trance-like state, continually answering questions about his fame, which eventually led him to fabricate a tale during an appearance on the Today Show, claiming he had witnessed a clown’s death as a child.

13 years after my initial interview with Matt Lauer on April 18, 2011 as a guest on Today, I found myself revisiting that conversation quite recently. As reported by The New York Times Style Magazine, my emotions during the playback were a mix of pride, having looked back on my journey, and alarm at certain aspects that felt distant yet still resonated with me today.

Pattinson spoke confidently to the magazine, sharing the intriguing story with Lauer on NBC without any doubt or pause.

‘I’m like, “What on earth? Are you possessed?”‘ he said of the bizarre story. 

During that period, the London-based actor was experiencing a significant rise in fame due to the success of the Twilight series, and also because of his high-profile relationship with co-star Kristen Stewart.

As an ardent admirer putting this in my own words, I’d say: “Everyone always seems fixated on my fame, and it often leaves me feeling as if I’ve entered a trance-like state,” Pattinson shared with the magazine.

Robert Pattinson admits traumatic childhood story he told in 2011 interview was entirely made up

During that particular phase, Robert Pattinson was actively publicizing his role in the circus-themed romantic drama “Water for Elephants,” a production that featured Academy Award recipients Reese Witherspoon and Christoph Waltz as co-stars.

The main actor for Batman shared with Lauer, “My first trip to the circus ended tragically – one of the clowns perished.

In a moment tinged with uneasy humor, Lauer (who parted ways with NBC towards the end of 2017 due to allegations of sexual misconduct) posed this question: “Well, I’ve got to address this: What happened to the jester?

Pattinson replied, ‘His little car exploded; the joke car exploded on him.’

Lauer asked Pattinson, ‘Are you being serious right now?’

The Good Time star responded, ‘Yeah; my parents had to – everybody ran out – it was terrifying.

In my fangirl enthusiasm, I couldn’t help but echo Lauer’s intrigue when I exclaimed, “This is quite an unusual beginning for our chat!” To which the dazzling Pattinson responded with a sparkle in his eyes, sharing, “Believe it or not, this is my very first time at the circus.

Later that same month during the film’s Berlin premiere, Pattinson confessed that what he initially stated was false, revealing he had fabricated the entire incident.

Robert Pattinson admits traumatic childhood story he told in 2011 interview was entirely made up
Robert Pattinson admits traumatic childhood story he told in 2011 interview was entirely made up
Robert Pattinson admits traumatic childhood story he told in 2011 interview was entirely made up

Pattinson admitted feeling drowsy when he appeared on the show, as it was early in the morning following the premiere of the movie in New York City.

He improvised a fascinating tale about the circus, as he didn’t have a genuine personal experience to share instead.

Pattinson recalled that Lauer was ‘shocked’ and that he was surprised he kept bringing it up.

As a die-hard fanatic, I can’t help but share some intriguing insights that Robert Pattinson recently dished out in an interview with The New York Times Style Magazine. In a nod to the timeless wisdom of the legendary Paul Newman, he eloquently addressed the unpredictable ebb and flow of showbiz.

In the early stages of my professional journey, I found myself asking, “Who is this enigmatic figure called Paul Newman?” Soon enough, my question transformed into a request: “Give me Paul Newman!” Later on, I yearned for more than just the established star; I wanted the fresh, promising talent – “Give me a young Paul Newman!” And then, as if time had looped back, I found myself asking again, “Who is this captivating individual named Paul Newman?

Upcoming for Robert Pattinson is starring as the lead character in the adventure movie “Mickey 17,” directed by Bong Joon Ho, set to hit theaters on April 18, 2025.

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2024-12-05 06:51

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