Rebel Wilson Opens Up About Same-Sex Relationship, Motherhood And Taking On A Dramatic Role

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Жыл бұрын

In a TODAY extended interview, actor Rebel Wilson talks with TODAY's Maria Shriver about her new film, “The Almond and the Seahorse.” It's a departure from her comedic background, and she reveals how the dramatic role opened her eyes to the struggles of people with traumatic brain injuries. Wilson also details how a kissing scene in the movie planted the seed for her first same-sex relationship. They also talk about Wilson's fertility journey to motherhood, her weight loss struggles and more.
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@karenmbbaxter Жыл бұрын

I have watched her from the beginning on Australian T.V. and she is a real fighter because our press wrote a big article about how she was a liar and she fought them in court with facts.......I don't care what weight she is or what sexuality she is......I think she is a very talented actor and I hope she has an amazing life.

@Neojhun Жыл бұрын

Fat Pizza when getting reception from SBS was annoying.

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

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@leif1075 Жыл бұрын

What was she supposedly a liar about?

@tatianagranger2427 Жыл бұрын

Exactly!!!

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

@@tatianagranger2427 can you give me chance for work

@tishw4576 Жыл бұрын

Rebel is going thru a phase of unconditional love. Herself, partner, new baby and her family and friends. I'm so happy as it seems she has let go of her some insecurities and is living her best life. Good for her.

@lauradegregorio5005 Жыл бұрын

More like junk

@jdragyn720 Жыл бұрын

I love the line “ you can’t see a broken brain”. I have had three traumatic brain injuries, plus have Fibromyalgia, and a couple other genetic disorders which all affect cognition. I am not stupid, yet many times I sound unintelligent. I really like that line and I will be using it in the future. Thank you

@sadieelliott9080 Жыл бұрын

SOOO SORRY FOR YOUR PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL PAIN & STRUGGLE… YOU’RE A SURVIVOR… YOU’RE A WARRIOR… BE EXTRA KIND TO YOURSELF… YOU ARE ENOUGH! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS! 💐✝️💐

@susan_elizabeth Жыл бұрын

God bless you, Hon. You have been through it. Best wishes and love! 💜

@dana102083 Жыл бұрын

Me too..hEDS, low pressure headache..lesions.. No one sees a broken brain :(

@aabaahgnaarbuulaajaadiijn744 Жыл бұрын

J Dragyn I have the same exact issues too. TBI from head injuries, CPTSD and a trauma history from child abuse which affects my brain, and neurological involvement in a serious case of Lyme disease. All of these individually are so impairing and collectively the effects are just so amplified. I’m not stupid but I often struggle to express myself and articulate my thoughts or explain my point of view. Especially with doctors who sadly assume I’m just stupid and write me off- when in reality- it’s my SYMPTOMS!! My heart goes out to anyone else who is going through the same. It’s absolutely brutal and it makes navigating the challenges and advocating for ones self into a very uphill and lonely and demoralizing battle.

@jdragyn720 Жыл бұрын

@@aabaahgnaarbuulaajaadiijn744 it is amazing to me, how totally oblivious to patients. I was an RN. I know how it is supposed to work. Even when I see a “provider “ I have to assert my problems, and they may or may not pay attention. I fell in August. I fell hard! Got up, kept going. My left hip started hurting pretty bad. I iced it, rested, passive exercises etc. When I went to the provider at an urgent appointment, he totally paid no attention to my complaint. I have Hx lots of back issues- this yahoo decided my problem was due to my back. Pain in hip , here, hello!! A month later I finally got my MRI of hip- after back, cervical MRI-s. What did the MRI show??? I need surgery- sorta urgently- hairline fracture to hip, with severe tearing of cartilage. I need a hip replacement. I have been limping around for 4- yes that is 4 months!! I do not even have surgery scheduled yet. But it could be worse! I could have broken both hips when I fell. Lol lol lol

@kait6994 Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad they brought up Robin William’s mental health issues. Bc the line “you can’t see a broken brain” can apply to more than just TBI. It can quite easily apply to mental health issues. I can walk around and talk to friends or acquaintances and they don’t see my broken brain and the emotional pain it causes.

@TaLyMiThumbelina8760 Жыл бұрын

Indeed. (((hugs))) & 🙏's to all.

@benwakefield93 Жыл бұрын

Losing weight is a great achievement. It's a bloody tough thing to do. Don't be offended. We should be encouraging it. I'm not saying we should body shame anyone but encouraging a healthy lifestyle is not body shaming.

@EMuro-wu7uy Жыл бұрын

I've had a bad traumatic brain injury myself. I got hit at 50 miles an hour from the back of my cat. I had just finished paying car payment and got a full tank of gas. Was on my way to pickup my husband and bam. My life changed, my personality shifted, I was out of work 4 months. It's hard because so many people say you look fine. It's hard, I still have issues from it.

@bjdefilippo447 Жыл бұрын

I hope you continue to heal from that trauma, and life treats you more kindly in the future.

@TaLyMiThumbelina8760 Жыл бұрын

God's grace, love, and blessings upon you E. Muro, and others that are struggling with the same painful issues, in the name of Jesus, Thank You Lord Jesus, Amen 🙏

@sebastianfisher957 Жыл бұрын

Well, an Aussie here....super proud of Rebel. I just adore her, and so much of what she had to say resonated with me. I truly wish for her nothing but the finest and the greatest. There is something SO WINNING about her. You'll go from strength-to-strength Rebel! Ride high!

@Heartboy1031 Жыл бұрын

She's amazing! I'm happy for her success! One of the best in Hollywood over the last decade!

@PokhrajRoy. Жыл бұрын

She’s absolutely fabulous and such a good actor. ‘The Almond and The Seahorse’ is an indication that she should be considered for dramatic roles.

@pamelabonaparte9383 Жыл бұрын

This was a very honest and beautiful conversation. Thank you for the right questions and compassion with such a lovely person like Rebel . ❤

@EMuro-wu7uy Жыл бұрын

I must say I have liked Rebel from the beginning. I'm happy for her, it's all amazing to see how life can be.

@francescacastiglione7094 Жыл бұрын

I love her! And I can definitely see her winning an Oscar some day! Just need the right role!

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

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@rogojo9853 Жыл бұрын

I read about the singer, Michael Hutchence from INXS. He apparently had a fall, hit his head and it said he was never the same. Unfortunately, he didn’t have his possible head injury taken care of. This was a nice interview and I’m so looking forward to going to see Rebel Wilson’s new movie. ✨🌼

@suno8911 Жыл бұрын

We have a saying in Spanish, “There is but one perfect child in the world, and every mother has it.” You definitely have the right to be adoring with yours Rebel! Congrats.

@ronnie-lynn Жыл бұрын

Wow. As someone with brain issues, hearing “you can’t see a broken brain” made me feel so seen. ❤

@annethompson4318 Жыл бұрын

I have T.B.I. I was sharing about it on a local social site. My Sister slammed me for sharing to much, and in fact told me she hated me for it. Thank you, Rebel. T.B.I is very complex. Thank you again.

@loreleigoldman2460 Жыл бұрын

I adore Rebel Wilson. Her acting AND her real-life quotes and attitude make me laugh AND cry. Rebel never ceases to entertain me and my hubby and I just love her! I think she has long-term acting ability and her longevity in the movie making business has only just begun. She’s a gem! 💜

@grafffuller3265 Жыл бұрын

I've never been a big fan of her's through comedy (not my style of comedy), but seeing her push her boundaries in drama seems like she may actually have a chance to fulfill her dream. It is good to hear a success story...that has gone through such adversity...especially since she's done the work. Wishing her all the best...in life and in her career.

@trudyharding4277 Жыл бұрын

we come to age in our own time. You can only do what you live. You are true to your time. Keep it up Reb.

@pretzeltime3900 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations Rebel on your new baby girl, and finding love. Wishing you all the best.

@sbkhider Жыл бұрын

I've always loved Rebel! She just seems like who you see is what you get. Real and honest and good!

@wendylbranchfield7959 Жыл бұрын

I’m so happy she spoke about the emotional piece of it. I am an EFT/emotional freedom technique practitioner as well as an American Council on exercise and national Academy of sports medicine certified personal trainer. My clients who have allowed me to work with them on the emotional piece, lose the weight and keep it off permanently. Those who haven’t done EFT with personal training, have varying results.

@emmagillyon3366 Жыл бұрын

I also loved how she talked about initially bristling at what the doctor had to say and then realising that, healthwise, he was correct and acting on that. I have been through something similar and was lucky to have a doctor who was honest but empathic. Dealing with the emotional side of these issues is 100% as important as the physical.

@jelenabrancato2499 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations to Rebel on her beautiful baby girl, new relationship, and self discovery. How brave you are. Can’t wait to see your new film.

@cfield1468 Жыл бұрын

She is such a lovely soft spoken woman. Congratulations on her beautiful new family. Love Maria also

@MegaSickcat Жыл бұрын

Congrats to you Rebel!!! Live your life and just be happy...

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

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@carolynm8421 Жыл бұрын

There is a film that deals with a brain illness called Autoimmune Encephalitis which can cause severe brain injury. I had this illness and it's hellish. I hope more doctors learn about it because there are treatments for it and I hate the idea that anyone go through it and not get the proper treatment. The film is is called Brain on Fire which came out in 2016.

@kimberlyrmartin8377 Жыл бұрын

I really love Rebel. She is one of the most authentic people I ever hear from, famous or not. That genuineness of her spirit draws people to her. I was so glad to have an update for her. I watch for all her movies, and while I appreciate the funny ones, certainly, I am ready to see her in a drama like this. I can't wait to see it. And I can't wait to see that award for her either. Sometimes, it's the "knowing" of something that drives us. I congratulate her on her new birth. I have loved all of her evolutions in the years of her celebrity.

@KCNwokoye Жыл бұрын

It's so crazy how losing weight presents some people in a totally new light. We have been conditioned in some way by the media to see people who have lost weight differently. People are obsessed with losing weight. She seems to be enjoying the journey. I hope that she is really enjoying herself not just doing it for other people. She looks very confident. I hope she remembers that she was successful despite being overweight.

@kendrai.304 Жыл бұрын

This is an absolutely beautiful interview, I love that Maria is a good interviewer too, really gives Rebel time to talk. That's so important to know that inside work needs to be done when physically changing too or vise versa. 💕 And I too have a imperfect brain so I look forward to watching this movie ☺️

@eloycavazos2816 Жыл бұрын

So happy for Rebel! Wish her for continued success!

@divinecode369 Жыл бұрын

I love her honesty so refreshing!

@karenf9564 Жыл бұрын

She reminds me now so much of Daryl Hannah.

@ZeeGeeBee Жыл бұрын

Great interview and questions

@mason6963 Жыл бұрын

Her honesty is so refreshing!

@ineszouabi201 Жыл бұрын

I'm a new fan! Knew her before but not to this extent. Love this type of personality! I wish her an Oscar from the bottom of my heart ❤️

@thegreatcatsby409 Жыл бұрын

Wow, what an amazing interview!!!!! I used to think she was similar to her ditzy characters. Not at all…she’s smart and articulate, she’s real and down to earth, she’s confident and courageous, and she’s wickedly funny.

@ginam3862 Жыл бұрын

Great interview. When Rebel says she is an introvert I could relate. If she can succeed despite this , so can I! Thank you Rebel.

@pkcollins8300 Жыл бұрын

Can I just admit I am so jealous of Maira Shrivers hair? She has always had great hair.......

@kellz1953 Жыл бұрын

She has extraordinary hair!

@veronicao4643 Жыл бұрын

I’ve noticed the Kennedys all have super thick hair

@janetswalley7708 Жыл бұрын

Great questions , Maria . 😊

@rosiepena8917 Жыл бұрын

She seems like such a lovely down to earth person. I'm very happy for her.

@barbaraannscarlet7885 Жыл бұрын

Great Interview. BOTH of these women are Legends!

@JosephHerrera Жыл бұрын

Great interview!

@derekwalters4980 Жыл бұрын

I'd like to thank Rebel for opening up about her journey to create a family of her own. I do know a woman who has been through so much of this same thing, and it is very difficult to deal with. Women have so much responsibility, and the expectations from society for women to excel and thrive in a career just like a man does, but yet they have to deal with the discrimination and challenges of that, all while their fertility and future family is one the line. Honestly, it's just not fair really. So many insurance companies look as a luxury, not a necessity of life. Yep, life is just to fair, we've a long way to go. Can't leave without mentioning how much I enjoy seeing Maria Shriver doing these interviews. I'd really life to see her doing the long in-depth interviews, like what Barbara Walters used to do, and Diane Sawyer. This was nice, getting to know Rebel Wilson as so much more than just a funny lady.

@heidiluchterhand2525 Жыл бұрын

I love how she just gives life a bloody good go!

@mrqs1549 Жыл бұрын

Loved this interview.

@joeyjoe7930 Жыл бұрын

I just love her! She’s so relatable.

@informationgathererM Жыл бұрын

Good for you for loving yourself and creating the life you want

@rtdmna Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the beautiful baby! Best wishes on the rest of your dreams coming true, from another Aussie!

@lindalaw8368 Жыл бұрын

Rebel is great, beautiful, talented and smart, but almost of all. A big heart! Best to you and yours, Rebel!!

@dollyshortcake7515 Жыл бұрын

I'm a TBI nurse. I gotta see it!

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

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@ronimorrow8217 Жыл бұрын

I just love everything about this woman....and Maria too🥰

@JamesFrew1 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always only seen her perform in some form (even in talk show interviews); she’s really a very lovely person.

@lizford8316 Жыл бұрын

Woot woot thanks for being a voice for tbi So grateful

@nataliewantscookies Жыл бұрын

She is beautiful inside and out ❤

@dawnhewitt1 Жыл бұрын

What a charming and wonderful lady Rebel is, so happy for her!

@maryhurley5884 Жыл бұрын

Love this woman.

@janewalsh1666 Жыл бұрын

Omg soo very happy for her!!!

@e.sjolund4011 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE Rebel Wilson’s acting! 😀❤️👍

@dreamlife2351 Жыл бұрын

Great interview by 2 fabulous women 🌺

@Cerberus1409 Жыл бұрын

Great actress and authentic person

@lindarosenthal6835 Жыл бұрын

Delightful. So happy for her.

@jaimiepaquin4262 Жыл бұрын

Inspirational interview.

@lisag18 Жыл бұрын

Living her life her way

@heathermetz3974 Жыл бұрын

1:48 “We have a line that says, You Can’t See A Broken Brain!” On her new movie about Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

@dianewhalen9721 Жыл бұрын

Rebel is so genuine👍

@snoopygonewilder Жыл бұрын

I honestly think that setting a goal of more than weight loss is imperative for weight loss, also working on your mental health is probably the number one thing. You might lose weight without working on your mental health, but I don't think you can keep it off without doing so. It's the only way I've been able to lose weight myself, going from 300 to 215 lbs and sticking to my healthier lifestyle of better food, and exercise for almost 8 months. For me, the career I wanted and not wanting to feel sick and weak all the time was my first push. I won't lie, of course, aesthetics do play a big part, who doesn't wanna look good in their clothes? But I think not as much as the ability to live a full life, and better physical and mental health.

@williamlarson275 Жыл бұрын

She is amazing!

@mosaicpaint3223 Жыл бұрын

love the title

@EMuro-wu7uy 11 ай бұрын

Brain injuries are very traumatic for the family, it's akin to having a stroke and having to relearn things. It forces you to use alternative techniques to do the best you can. I had a horrible accident that resulted in traumatic brain injury

@Freedom_and_Acceptance Жыл бұрын

I would love people to accept their faces a little bit more, than they do now in Hollywood. Why can't women have wrinkles? I would love to be able to see if someone has thought deeply, loved deeply or has experienced life with all the sorrow and put herself back together again. Why take this away before you get to know your face as it would be? Why not take the best care of yourself without injecting foreign substances into your skin? I hope we will get there ❤️ and of course people need to make their own decisions, it's just that there is so much pressure not to age that people tend to run for the botox as soon as they show signs of natural ageing.

@jackiedavis4298 Жыл бұрын

LOVE HER❤💯

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

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@paulinemoriarty3627 Жыл бұрын

Rebel ! You don’t need an Oscar, your already winning in life 💜❤️💛💚🧡🤎

@ChariseSowells Жыл бұрын

I found the same thing with performing as an introvert. That's why I always had stage names as a musician too. To create that divide and sort of play pretend. Whatever works 💪

@ayemad Жыл бұрын

She’s so open and loving 😮

@tammytinhorn-fz6jj 7 ай бұрын

You are wonderful and much happiness to you!

@lisavokorina6989 Жыл бұрын

My favourite actress ❤❤❤

@heathern5165 Жыл бұрын

Maria didn’t catch on to some of her jokes, but I think she’s amazing and I love how she picks on herself.

@umchileanywaysso 8 ай бұрын

The baby part made me emotional

@RegentDeMarquis005 Жыл бұрын

Love to Rebel Wilson. So proud of her. 🇲🇦🇺🇲🇲🇦⚜️⚜️⚜️

@jordansthoughts54 Жыл бұрын

Love you Rebel

@shanetallon427 Жыл бұрын

Love her 🤍

@andromeda1903 Жыл бұрын

rebel is amazing

@Nalijay 12 күн бұрын

Go Rebel, you can get that Oscar!

@user-kn5jf5sg2e 3 ай бұрын

The very best Aussies Rebel "20 Stone" Wilson, Crocodile Dundee and Rupert Murdoch

@luannlouch9524 Жыл бұрын

I can not believe that an experienced, intelligent woman such as Maria Shriver keeps saying, " like" as if she's a ditzy teenager. That really spoiled the interview for me.

@susan_elizabeth Жыл бұрын

In 2009, I was a healthy young (ish) woman, out walking my dog, on a beautiful February morning. The sidewalk was dry, except for this one patch of snow. Unfortunately, the snow was hiding a patch of ice, and I slipped, and fell into a sitting position. No big deal. I'm 5'4" tall, so I only fell a couple of feet. But I heard a huge "crack" sound. My elbow had shattered, tearing loose the tendons in my lower arm. I could literally twist my free hanging lower arm 180 degrees. Twas a bad break. Surgery. Titanium pins in my arm. This stuff seems silly when you are young. Be careful out there. 😉

@Hangie Жыл бұрын

"crack opening...to that possibility" 🤣🤣

@elizabethweston8000 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful person❤

@davidorr8803 Жыл бұрын

Great that she’s done all that, seems much more chilled. Wish Hollywood would stop messing up peoples faces with fillers/Botox etc. Really unnatural

@RC-hv3ne Жыл бұрын

I accidentally hit my twin sister in the head with a cricket bat and she got a concussion from it and still experiences the effects 1 year later.

@crocadoodle7101 Жыл бұрын

😢

@WedrownyGrajek Жыл бұрын

Yeah, accidentally, right. 😈

@Snowpaux Жыл бұрын

I love Rebel 🥰

@martinb74 Жыл бұрын

Nothing could have prepared me for whatever Maria Shriver has done to her face.

@Author_Alyssa_Taylor Жыл бұрын

I am astonished that she is so capable. She's also a lawyer. The one thing that bothers me is that Rebel and Maria are both overusing the "like" in their sentences. It frustrates me to hear the sentences broken up all the time. Ahh, but I guess we have to give her A flaw.

@kathyscott8520 Жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT ;]

@assetaccountstaxmanager Жыл бұрын

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@sasskvetch8617 Жыл бұрын

Love this gal and love how she's living her best life. The new Toni Collette maybe?

@ttandme69 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if the “crushed it” line from Pitch Perfect came as an inspiration from her mother?

@emmajoy831 Жыл бұрын

🙌emotional eating is real 🙌

@CHEQQUEENSNBROOKLYNMF 2 ай бұрын

PATRICK S MOM DEFINITELY MATTERS. 1❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@annmarievalenti9264 Жыл бұрын

25 yrs T.B.I. hit with 200 mph air bag. Weren't a big deal in my car accident, but it gets worse each year and I do word games, but lost many things in my life.