In a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Saoirse Ronan, a four-time Oscar nominee, shared some interesting stories and insights about her career and personal life. Ronan, who was born in America and raised in Ireland, was on the show to promote her new movie called The Outrun, set in Scotland.
During the interview, Ronan discussed her experiences at award shows, particularly the Oscars. Despite being nominated four times, she humorously referred to herself as a “four-time loser.” She also laughed about attending the Emmys with her husband, who was also nominated but didn’t win. Ronan jokingly referred to their household as a “house of losers.” However, she revealed that they have learned to embrace the experience and make the most of it by enjoying popcorn and a good time at the bar.
The conversation then shifted to Ronan’s potential involvement in Greta Gerwig‘s reboot of Chronicles of Narnia. Ronan stated that while there is no confirmation yet, she and Gerwig share a close relationship where Ronan usually approaches Gerwig and claims a role before being officially asked. Ronan mentioned that Gerwig had not mentioned anything about Narnia yet, but the possibility is intriguing.
A particularly interesting revelation during the interview was Ronan’s almost-recent participation in the Barbie movie. Ronan disclosed that she was intended to play a “weird Barbie,” alongside another “weird Barbie” portrayed by Kate McKinnon. However, due to scheduling conflicts with The Outrun, both Ronan and her co-star Timothy Chalamet had to pass on the opportunity. Ronan expressed her disappointment, especially as she mentioned wanting to see Chalamet involved as a “weird Ken” in the film.
Discussing missed opportunities in the industry, Ronan recalled an audition for the role of Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films. Although she knew she was too young for the part, Ronan mentioned how she had the chance to read a scene from the Harry Potter books. Ronan, who is now reading the books with her own children, acknowledged that passing on the opportunity has stayed with her over the years.
Moving on to her new film, The Outrun, Ronan revealed that it is based on a true story and a memoir written by Amy Liptrot. The film follows Liptrot’s journey through addiction recovery as she returns to her remote home on the Arney Islands in Scotland. Ronan discussed the challenges of shooting on such a small and isolated location, where they lived with the locals during filming. Despite initial hesitations from the community about their privacy, Ronan emphasized how crucial their involvement was in making the movie a reality.
An intriguing aspect of The Outrun involves a scene where Ronan’s character delivers baby lambs. Ronan recounted the intimidating experience of pulling a lamb out of a mother lamb during filming. She described the process as rough and not gentle, requiring some violence to ensure the newborn’s vitality. However, she marveled at how quickly the lambs would recover and walk off as if nothing happened, highlighting the resilience of these creatures compared to humans.
As the interview concluded, Ronan thanked Kimmel and promoted The Outrun, which is set to hit theaters soon. With her engaging anecdotes and playful banter, Ronan captivated the audience with her vibrant and lively personality.
In summary, Saoirse Ronan‘s appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live provided a delightful glimpse into her experiences in the entertainment industry. From her humorous take on award shows to missed opportunities and her latest project, Ronan’s charisma and genuine enthusiasm shone through during the interview.
