Olivia Wilde has responded to the online trolling and harsh comments about her appearance during a recent red carpet event. The actress and director addressed the viral reactions to her look at the San Francisco International Film Festival on April 24, where she was promoting her new film, 'The Invite'.
Olivia Wilde Reacts to Viral Video
Wilde's noticeable weight loss sparked both concern and trolling online, with some comparing her appearance to the character Gollum from 'The Lord of the Rings'. Sharing her perspective on the unusual look that went viral on social media, Wilde explained that a fisheye lens distorted her appearance. "Listen, that is a fisheye lens," she said, while acknowledging, "And I admit, is that my best angle? Was that my best-ever look? No."
Olivia Wilde's Brother Takes a Dig at 'Resurrected Corpse' Comments
In the video post, Wilde maintained a light-hearted tone, even sharing a side-by-side image of her red carpet photo and the fictional character. In another moment, she joked about her brother teasing her about the trolling and asking if she wanted to address rumors that she looked like a 'resurrected corpse'. She captioned the clip as, "Leave it to your little brother to give you the maximum amount of s**t."
Olivia Wilde Reacts to Shocking Image
"It's a startling image," Wilde added. "It's a fisheye lens. I don't know why I was so close to the camera, I didn't need to have to be." She quipped, "Do you have any more questions? I'm not dead."
Celebs Trolled for New Look
Olivia Wilde is among many Hollywood stars who have faced scrutiny for their drastic new looks. Numerous celebrities, including Oprah, have been criticized for allegedly using weight-loss drugs to achieve a leaner appearance. Others have been accused of opting for cosmetic procedures to alter their looks. However, there is no confirmation about these claims.
