Megan Fox Recalls Chaotic Paparazzi Frenzy at 2009 ‘Jennifer’s Body’ Premiere
Megan Fox looked back on the 2009 premiere of Jennifer’s Body during a special screening of the cult horror film in Los Angeles over the weekend. The 39-year-old actress attended the event at the Academy Museum, where she joined director Karyn Kusama for a Q&A about the movie and its lasting impact.
The screening also revealed that writer Diablo Cody is working on a script for a potential sequel.
Cody shared back in January 2024, “Nothing makes me happier than when a person approaches me and tells me that they love this movie.”
During the discussion, Fox reflected on her experience at the original premiere and the intense treatment she received from the paparazzi. “I just left a premiere for something where I had to go — I’m obligated to go — and I remember the paparazzi were so ruthless back then — the way they would talk to women,” she told People.
She recalled trying to make it to her car while being bombarded with aggressive questions. “And one guy’s like, ‘Megan, why are you such a b***?’ And another guy is like, ‘Megan, do you think you’re overrated? The internet says so,’ and I’m just trying to do my job.”
Fox explained how the experience left her with a mix of frustration and anger. “I was asked to be at this premiere. I’m trying to get to my car. And so I had all of this grief and sorrow and also anger and rage that needed a place to go. And like I said, being able to just have the permission to be unhinged even in between takes or maybe the entire time we were there, that was very cathartic for me.”
At the Los Angeles event, Fox also embraced the movie’s horror aesthetic with a striking blood-inspired outfit, paying homage to the film’s cult status. Fans left the screening buzzing, excited about the possibility of revisiting the darkly comedic world of Jennifer’s Body once more.
Megan Fox serves up a bloody good look while stepping out for a special screening of her movie “Jennifer’s Body” during a rare public appearance in Los Angeles. pic.twitter.com/inEBEjfzRd
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It’s interesting to hear Fox open up about how harsh paparazzi behavior could be, especially compared to today’s media environment. It shows the pressure young actors faced during high-profile premieres. What do you think about the way paparazzi treated celebrities back then? Share your thoughts in the comments.