She hated her body

She grew up feeling out of place, battling anxiety, low confidence, and a difficult home environment. Even simple moments, like eating with others or speaking up, often felt overwhelming.

As a child, she became painfully aware of her appearance, especially her teeth. Bullying and cruel comments made her believe that something about her needed to be hidden or changed.

Despite those struggles, she discovered comfort in performing. Drama classes gave her a space where she could finally express herself without fear, and acting slowly became a source of confidence.

Later, she learned more about herself through diagnoses connected to ADHD and autistic traits. Instead of viewing those differences as weaknesses, she began to understand them as part of her creativity and identity.

Her breakthrough roles in the TV series Sex Education and The White Lotus turned her into a global star. Yet fame did not stop people from mocking her appearance online and in the media.

At one point, even a famous comedy program joked about her teeth. Although she accepted the apology that followed, she refused to let others decide how she should look to fit Hollywood standards.

Rather than changing herself, she embraced what made her different. By staying authentic, she transformed years of insecurity into strength and showed that true success comes from self-acceptance, not perfection.