Emma Watson believes that taking a break from acting has made her relationships stronger. She hasn't appeared in a film since 'Little Women' (2019) and says the constant demands of a public persona strained her personal life. Watson told Hollywood Authentic that shedding the pressure to promote herself has freed up space to reconnect with loved ones, focus on friendship and family, and find inner balance. While the actress knew leaving was the right decision, she admitted to feeling “really afraid” to walk away.
That fear was perhaps understandable. Few young actresses have spent as much of their lives in the public eye as Watson. She was cast as Hermione Granger when she was only nine years old, and was skyrocketed to fame as a star in a movie franchise that spanned 10 years. The most remarkable thing about her is that she has maintained such a stable image of kindness, humility, and honesty throughout her challenging career.
Let’s take a look at her life and work so far. Click through the gallery to get started.