Chloë Sevigny never let her It Girl status define her

What’s the cost of being cool? Back in the ‘90s and early ‘00s there was no one cooler than Chloë Sevigny, the ultimate It Girl. She was an in-demand model and actor who was known for her unique eye for fashion as well as for starring in indie films that are now considered cult classics. Chloë sits down with Tom to talk about that time in her life and how being cool affected her career, plus her latest film, "Bonjour Tristesse,” which just had its world premiere at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival.
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[@isotopiary]

I like how Chloe wears her preconceived beliefs lightly whilst being unapologetically herself. Serious about her art but not about herself, disarmingly unpretentious and quick to laugh. THIS is what makes her cool. Take note, young people!

[@AvecPoesie]

This is an exceptionally astute and well-articulated assessment of Chloë. Noted.

[@bwuh]

Wildly underrated actor.

[@JustMeeZZ]

I agree. That's why it puzzles me why she agreed to be on a magazine cover with Kim Kardashian.

[@gingoyalho1400]

@@JustMeeZZwell she's talked about being more open to opportunities

[@Sonofgrievous]

Agree and nice pic 😎

[@MojoeWhirligig]

Yep. She wasn't meant to be the most entertaining character on Big Love but by the end of the first season it became obvious. Her character in that, Nicki, Delectable.

[@anibalopina]

I agree but she’s kind of having a massive comeback now, isn’t she?

[@pe5912]

Could happily listen to Chloe talk and discuss ideas and plans for hours. Love her so much.

[@chloejayne211]

Her personality is sooooo warm.

[@TheJH1091]

Her oscar nominated performance in Boys Don't Cry is one of my all time favorites. So beautiful and nuanced.

[@BluePrada]

she's literally plays a horrible person in that movie, she sets up someone to be killed wth

[@mattbernabe]

Mine as well!

[@dougspidermanhappy]

@@BluePradathere’s a huge difference between the character and the performance. She created the TERRIBLE character with incredible skill and talent.

[@lisgelfling1031]

A great conversation. Down to earth in her grace and sense of self, regal in her respect for her art. TRULY an admirable actor and role model for us.

[@Robertking1996]

She's been the quintessential cool girl forever

[@tinnnn1]

Such great chemistry between these two .... they were great together

[@RebelBuddha1971]

Chloe is so effortlessly cool and seems genuinely down to earth…and as others of stated, an excellent and versatile actress!

[@michaelmoraga2926]

💜

[@carolinaschoenemann2377]

I love Chloë Sevigny, one of the best actresses... I love her, I've followed her since her first movie Kids, I'm her age and I identify with her a lot. Divine ♥ and talented

[@steves2754]

I've loved this woman since Kids. Such a unique woman. Intelligent, talented, beautiful.

[@JPS3]

This was exactly what I needed to watch at this point in time. Thank you!

[@VirgoVibe]

honestly, me too

[@StevenWiebe]

Really enjoyable chat there. I love it when you draw the 'real" answers out of guests. Thanks for all the great content.

[@durrr1007]

Sassy magazine and JANE. Only the cool girls remember

[@billiedoesbeats]

Ever since KIDS, I see Chloe I watch. She never let me down ONCE in my entire movie/show watching life

[@KurtSteph87]

I loved her as Nicki Grant in Big Love! Such a great actress!

[@brineferry7032]

Chloe is *achingly* IT. always IT. she brought to the 360 whole twenty years of cool.

[@softtommy]

Still shocked she wasn't offered more lead roles on AHS! When Jessica Lange stepped away, Chloe was a great option to fill those shoes had she been given the opportunity. 🌟

[@Keybumpz]

Um have you not been watching monsters on Netflix?(I know it’s not ahs, but it’s kinda falls into the same category almost)

[@ssssssssss13]

she is so beautiful

[@ScottyMikeLBC]

Chloe will always be “IT” for me!

[@djzokibejbe]

Synonym for "Super Cool" in global POP culture thats is Chloë Sevigny.

[@gailgiroux8036]

I love her work. Great interview!

[@medilation]

she is the coolest...the interview equals the confidence...but oh yes so cool...

[@mrqs1549]

She is so good. I remember Chloe on Big Love, and she played one of the sister wives, and she nailed.

[@tiamo_danielle]

Great interview! Thanks, Chloe and Tom

[@christinecamley]

Fabulous actor!!

[@im_agine852]

She's great in Big Love with Bill Paxton.

[@CanuckEditorguy]

I was hoping he would bring it up. Loved that entire cast.

[@seanohalloran384]

Cool actor. Knows herself. Such a turn on. Great video!

[@oopsgirl44]

Love her soooo much

[@TheMisslauren1234]

remember renting all movies at blockbuster with chloe seveigny after seeing kids.

[@sjoelle3335]

I did too. Gummo!

[@privatetatum]

Wow. She actually seems really humble and dte.

[@ByRomySeanWoody]

She is such a fun person ❤

[@deetscrash]

My band was CHLOË after my favorite actress... ❤❤

[@TheSCOOTERLAFORGE]

Chloe is sooooo damn funny. Love her more and more

[@sandrays2011]

Her laugh is contagious.

[@DerekMeyers-db9xu]

Loved her in boys don't cry

[@joaovitorgleite]

she is amazing and so beautiful! great actor!

[@sianspherica]

She will always be Jenny from KIDS to me. Love her.

[@4evergogo]

gawd i love her!!! shes so ruling!

[@lailahreich3205]

Love love love her, always. The coolest girl I always admired and looked up to although she's my age. :)

[@extendedplay8830]

I’ve always liked chole’s mindset and her approach to film ,she’s definitely matured as all of us have..

[@Michelle-nk3wm]

Love Chloe forever, also Tom is an amazing host!

[@woenderer]

Kind of like Kim Gordon, she will never not be the ultimate cool girl. Absolutely singular.

[@twinklestarlight8326]

I named my daughter Chloe because I fell in love with the name because of her

[@guccijockstrap]

forever and always the coolest girl in the world

[@lifesblood100]

great gal so cool and self aware

[@richstafford1245]

Her and Steve B in Trees was great chemistry. Underrated movie…

[@Myname-l3h]

I love Chloë ❤ “Would you to accompany me to dinner, Jean?”

[@SallyLiv-sl5xc]

She is an amazing actress.

[@adammocaby2636]

I will always love Chloë!

[@felicecinque]

The forever IT girl.

[@filmlover123]

Palmetto is my favorite film of hers.

[@fredbissnette3104]

She's smart and still so sexy

[@glendarosado5427]

LOVE her ❤

[@PoppieLand]

Her eyes are no bullshit. She was an aesthetic in Boys Don't Cry

[@evantellez3873]

Love Chloe ❤❤❤❤

[@davidwood9991]

She was great in the Brown Bunnie

[@alobo9937]

Shes soooo cool. 😎

[@noellenn2122]

I’d love to see her in the horror genre.

[@egglady]

She has done horror… she was in American Psycho, American Horror Story, The Dead Don’t Die, and also starred in the remake of Brian De Palma’s Sisters.

[@taintedlove202]

@@egglady NICE!

[@hinhwood1629]

Love her humor and self deprecation.

[@joshuacardnell]

Amazing woman

[@kevinconley1575]

Why would you regret having taste and being in cool Indy movies. It's like everyone grows up and loses their integrity.

[@theknightway]

Money, lol.

[@andyp6913]

Just saying at 5:58 never seen her look better .. think the modelling career not over 😀

[@andyp6913]

Grew up with her .. loved her contrary choices, anti-establishment underground punk .. but also loved how she was embraced by mainstream .. and the way Chloe seVigny has endured .. says something good about our culture .. only ever seen her in American psycho - obv - and, oh, Charlie xcx 360 lol .. anyway enjoyed this chat .. wanting more .. just want to say please look after your money Chloe, don’t be the transgressive victim the system needs you to be .. the ultimate prize, the ultimate cool, is coming out on top 😀💪💪💪❤️

[@dmoney5442]

❤

[@houseabovethebay]

Still beautiful.

[@nataleasys9432]

Love her. She has barley aged

[@Mackenzie-xk3ek]

',Lay it on me' is out' 'please.' 😂

[@sl9391]

Who doesn’t know who Chloe Sevigny is?!?!

[@jillianscott4382]

Chloe is way too cool to be having Tom Power interview her.

[@Nicklukens]

She skates

[@stephaniea1398]

Typical Gen X girl! Shunned the spotlight but so cool!

[@DarwinHandy]

Tom Power sex scandal and canceling when- I've been hanging on for years, let's get to it already

[@petarrakoc1416]

You putting a curse on him or what😂

[@justa___blip]

Why does this guy always have to talk in an ASMR whisper voice every interview

[@zm3248]

Damn Chloe needs a new agent. This is the worst interviewer

[@kevinb7126]

Wow she’s gotten old and I don’t mean that in a negative way she’s still beautiful I’d see her in passing at bars and shows in NYC in the 90s and early 2000s and she was the epitome of downtown cool. Seeing her as this older woman makes me feel old.

[@judistench2167]

Who?!

[@commanderrussels2612]

great in brown bunny

[@weirdshibainu]

Ah yes.....The Brown Bunny

[@POObumpoopo]

We really are sick of this host....

[@thewebstylist]

Never understood her popularity, just seems like an odd chick w odd style and average actor

[@artbylarry]

Give me a break

[@josephmorales652]

What’s wrong Larry?

[@artbylarry]

Give me a break

[@lennarthagen8730]

Give me a break

[@aurorarose1296]

Give me a break

[@Darenator3000]

of that kit kat bar...