At 56 years old, Julia Roberts has forged a highly successful career, starring in iconic films like Notting Hill, My Best Friend’s Wedding, and the more recent Leave The World Behind. However, it was her role in the 1990 movie Pretty Woman that catapulted her into stardom, portraying a sex worker.

Despite the inclusion of steamy scenes, including one in a bathtub, in Pretty Woman, Roberts has consistently chosen not to appear nude on camera, a decision she elaborated on in a recent interview with screenwriter Richard Curtis for British Vogue. When asked if she felt a ‘responsibility to other women’ as a popular star, Roberts explained that her choices reflect her personal values.

She emphasized her commitment to a ‘G-rated career,’ clarifying that her decision not to disrobe or be physically vulnerable in movies is a personal choice. Roberts suggested that this choice defines her, emphasizing her decision not to do something rather than actively choosing to do it.

Discussing her family tree exploration with Dr. Henry Gates on the show Finding Your Roots, Roberts shared a unique insight. She revealed that one discovery was being DNA cousins with Gloria Steinem, a prominent journalist and activist known for her leadership in second-wave feminism during the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Looking ahead, Roberts confessed to not being a long-term planner and expressed joy and fulfillment in the present moment. She sees the future as an expansion of the present, embracing the journey and the collective experience.