Dafne Keen Discusses Hollywood Experiences and Logan Success on 'Inside of You' Podcast
English actress Dafne Keen, who gained international recognition for her performance as the young mutant Laura/X-23 in the 2017 film "Logan," featuring Hugh Jackman, recently discussed her experiences in the entertainment industry on the "Inside of You" podcast.
Dafne Keen Reveals Offer of Cocaine at Hollywood Parties
Keen, now 21 years old, revealed on the podcast that she was approached with an offer of cocaine during Hollywood parties when she was a young teenager. She stated, "I was offered cocaine at parties when I was 11 or 12 years old. I didn't take it, but it was very scary."
Hugh Jackman's Commitment to Protecting Dafne Keen's Time on Set
Keen also expressed her gratitude towards Jackman, who portrayed Wolverine in the film, for ensuring her well-being and ensuring nobody abused her working hours on set. She mentioned, "Hugh Jackman made sure no one abused my hours on set, which was really nice."
Breaking into the Industry at a Young Age
Keen's breakthrough role in "Logan" allowed her to enter the film industry at a young age. The British actress described her experience on the set, saying, "It was a very different environment to what I was used to, and I had to learn how to adjust quickly."
Acting alongside Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart
Working alongside experienced actors such as Hugh Jackman and Sir Patrick Stewart, Keen shared, "I had to learn how to be professional and mature quickly, which was challenging, but also really interesting."
Dafne Keen's Role in the X-Men Universe
Keen's portrayal of Laura Kinney/X-23 in the critically acclaimed "Logan" film marked her entry into the world of the X-Men universe. The actress expressed, "I was thrilled to be part of the X-Men universe, a franchise that has a massive fan base."
Dafne Keen's Upcoming Projects
Dafne Keen, who has been active in the film industry since her performance in "Logan," has several upcoming projects lined up. She mentioned, "I am excited to work on my next films, which include 'Little Women' and 'Fourth Man,' both of which have been challenging roles."
Concluding Thoughts from Dafne Keen
In conclusion, Dafne Keen emphasized the importance of learning to adapt to the fast-paced environment of the film industry. She stated, "It was a big change from my everyday life, but it was also an exciting learning experience. I'm grateful for the opportunities I've been given and am looking forward to my future projects."
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
