Summer book series: Sharon Stone

Sharon Stone is known for portraying a certain type of brash, cunning villain, like Catharine Tramell in “Basic Instinct,” Lori Quad in “Total Recall,” or, more recently, Lenore Osgood in the Netflix series “Ratched.” In reality though, Sharon Stone is shy and introverted and, despite her fame, has led a very private life. But now, the actor is in the midst of a very public and personal re-examination of that life in her memoir, “The Beauty of Living Twice.” On this episode of Next Question with Katie Couric, Katie and Sharon talk about the trauma she has endured, from being molested as a child, to the sexual harassment in Hollywood, to the stroke that nearly killed her in 2001 (and the interview Katie did with Sharon nearly 20 years ago). They also talk about the memoir writing process, life under the glare of the spotlight, and finding a new sisterhood - and inspiration - in the movie industry, post #MeToo. For more information about “The Beauty of Living Twice,” by Sharon Stone, or where to buy your copy go to Penguin Random House.
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[@MimiZ914]

After reading this book I can never see Sharon Stone in the same way. Her life events, happenings in Hollywood, rise to fame, health, and relationship issues all shed light on her strength of spirit and sheer unfathomable quest to own her life, speak her truth and blaze her trail. A great summer read for sure. She's absolutely indestructible along with brains, guts, beauty, insightfulness and the desire to help others. I suspect the best is yet to come for Sharon Stone.

[@deerhaven3350]

God, I love this woman and am so proud of her for all she does. Thank you for interviewing her, Katie....from a 66-year-old fan loving her solo life somewhere in the middle of a forest outside of Olympia, WA, USA.

[@plumeria66]

I admire Sharon for letting her emotions out and being unafraid of expressing them.

[@TonyVega123]

I'm just shocked. I did not know she felt so abused by the movie industry. When I saw Basic Instinct, I was like 'Oh wow, this actress must be pretty free spirited.' Now knowing what really happened behind the scenes, I feel like I never should've liked that movie. Stay strong Sharon. We are all rooting for you.

[@camillep9346]

Wow - I always thought she must have dealt with what she has….. Hollywood has always been MADE of Weinsteins - her roles as gorgeous women characters would have to come at a price in that culture… One reason I loved her role in Casino - true to life for most beautiful women being exploited by powerful men… ever heard ‘It’s a man’s world’ - why I loved her role in Basic Instinct - but that was fiction…. 😉

[@patriciaburke2401]

What an amazing interview! Two terrific ladies! Who knew Sharon Stone was & is just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside? Hope we’ll get to see your paintings! Your book sounds great. Thanks so much for sharing. Keep flying freely, beautiful butterfly!!! 🦋🌹🦋🌸🦋

[@dianesmith6319]

Truth be told and sometimes hard to hear and watch..brave woman Sharon Stone and your just awesome.

[@MKhan-uv5kt]

Great show! Sharon Stone's autobiography was a wonderful read! Congratulations on a great book and love this interview! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Victoria007_Viper]

I Love Sharon Stone I am praying for her always

[@hosnaarzani]

What a lovely talk. As a 38 year old women, hearing these womens stories is simply wonderful and inspiring and educational.

[@donnabaardsen5372]

I had a stroke in my 20's and thirties, and a heart attack in my 40's, along with numerous other overlapping medical conditions. Now at 65 there are still those medical conditions, but I'm still here and have all my faculties. It's taken years to understand who I am: a thankful child of God who understands why I'm here, and I thank Him for that. Sharon appears to be a non-Christian believer, but her story is moving nonetheless. It takes guts to survive devastating life events, raise terrific kids and not lose our minds in the process! The universe doesn't speak to me; however, God sure does lead if we allow Him to💕

[@camillep9346]

I am offended that you bring a ‘him’ into this. Your own story is not Sharon’s. How about understanding Sharon’s story as she has so generously shared in HER terms

[@akiawayne]

Well now it’s about you. Ain’t it.

[@mb8kr]

Sharon is such a beautiful woman, thanks for your openheartedness.

[@muamermalik781]

Greetings Sheron and nice topic tonight, cheers from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Europe

[@eclecticwitch6669]

Thank you Sharon for speaking up.

[@joannecrate1486]

Love you Sharon Stone. 👏🙏🏼💕🇨🇦

[@brittakraus6586]

Hi Sharon 🙋‍♀️☺️ Thank you for this Interview . Love you 🙏❤️ Much Love , Britta

[@poetlaureate7334]

Sharon Stone, what a lady.

[@gailbrenner280]

Wow, this interview was really inspiring. Listening to two talented and creative people sharing their life stories, the good and the hard chapters. Definitely worth listening to it, very heartfelt!

[@jeromethomas1741]

HER EYES ARE BEAUTIFUL HER STUNNING AND INCREDIBLE FIGURE I LOVE SLIVER BASIC AND OTHER MOVIES SHE STARTED IN

[@renatocamo]

Sharon Stone looks great in her mature years!

[@erikavaleries]

You can tell she is brilliant and Hollywood only valued her oils and sexiness, not her amazing strength, heart & intelligence. She is the whole package.

[@jeromethomas1741]

SHE STILL LOOKS AMAZING NOW AND BACK THEN SHE LOOKED GOOD IN 80S TOO

[@Snitzler4710]

Sharon is a brave and talented woman. Those who have hurt her have another thing coming. They can run but they can’t hide. Best wishes to her and her family always. She is a Warrior!

[@999Lumen]

Sharon Stone I love you!

[@janicem.britten1359]

Always loved & admired u. I respect u 4ever. I'm sure you are a great mom. Ty for speaking ur truth. Looking forward to seeing ur paintings. Go with great love surrounding & protecting u. 💕

[@garvingyima3900]

I understand that what this title tells is a distinctive adjective which describe the result of a state of transition hence to the upright reader It's novel and a sort which could have never been studied. Hence the objective giving the inquisitive ' Who am I? Is pragmatic and different from the centric told of ' Who I am'? Hence you deserve an optimized reward for being able to pursue such advancement .. Congratulations SharonActs!

[@jeromethomas1741]

Hi MS SHARON STONE IM ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE FANS I JUST LOVE YOUR MOVIES

[@babylonbabel]

Ya'll are soo nice, and I enjoyed the interview very much. Thank you!

[@SisyphusTwo]

Thank God I am not famous.. I just couldn't take the close scrutiny of the public. I have a great deal of sympathy for Sharon. Best of luck dear.

[@jeromethomas1741]

IN THAT SLIVER MOVIE MOVIE SHE WAS IN WAS THE MOST EXCELLENT MOVIES IVE EVER SEENED BEFORE IN YEARS

[@jeromethomas1741]

I ADORE HER SO MUCH SHE GOOD TO LOOK AT

[@camillep9346]

I don’t feel we can ever underestimate the scene Basic Instinct which jettisoned Sharon’s career. It wouldn’t be the same with a bigger named actress at the time - career wise it was a gift….for fame and other opportunities, that Sharon embodied Catherine so consummately. The mystery and tension that character embodied overshadowed Michael. Of course Micael was also in the Glenn Close thriller of adultery, but Basic Instinct operates as the ultimate powerful female character embodying her sexuality so powerfully, and consciously, she becomes every man’s dream and nightmare and challenge, simultaneously. Hugely difficult to continue a career after such a well played role, but you stood strong Sharon 👏👌🏼 🌈🙏. Sorry more women haven’t been supportive earlier! Perhaps there wasn’t many powerful female operators previously……yr Mother comes from a time of modesty and privacy - abandoned values in contemp times 😟

[@kirsten1007]

I have a new found respect for her. She is s fighter and that is how she made it and is still able to act. I love that she had a family in spite of losing the man and miscarriages. She is right that abusers can smell if you have been abused and you are a target. It is awful then everyone abused you

[@PhoenixProdLLC]

I just saw the ad for Modine as your new rep. They really have been burning actors! I hope he wins so you can all get your wages back.

[@judy9710]

Beautiful interview

[@user-ui6uu3zo6o]

She is so real!

[@ghstbird3338]

She seems SO perfect and beautiful. Yet I did not know she had problems and trapped in a world I do not know. From the outside, she seems to us … to me, that her world is a perfect one with zero worries. WOW‼️

[@kirsten1007]

I know I thought the same of her but so not true

[@Bentwood10]

I've always adored you, Sharon. Now more than ever ;)

[@Am5634]

Great book , I enjoyed it

[@tricia2701]

Speak out, speak truth!

[@yorgosathanasiadis5335]

Imho the most beautiful Hollywood actress ever

[@MegaVin88]

Love ❤️ sharon ❤️

[@jeromethomas1741]

HER LOOKS BACK THEN WERE GREAT BUT LATE 1989 to 90s SHE LOOKED GOOD VERY GOOD

[@lynnettedelgadoNYC]

I think what Katie was asking is what about your story helps others.

[@BlakeJAskew]

Pretty much every woman deals with this shit in the industry. Shes one of the few to be brutally honest about it

[@richardkennedy8481]

She was 30 when she made Basic Instinct. Her 15 movie Can't she just be grateful?

[@piotrmulawa1759]

Czesc Saron ja idę spać wszystko działa Maria Curie pozdrawiam Piotrek

[@jeromethomas1741]

EVEN IN A BEAUTY PAGEANT SHE LOOKED EVEN BETTER THAN ANY BIKINI IN WHITE OR BLACK OR EVEN SILVER

[@nicefoto]

Hello😁Summer is Nice,But the Fall is nicer.☎️🙏😇

[@sandramanriqc.3108]

Before this interview I thought Sharon Stone KNEW she was loved and respected by thousands of us. I understand some people have not been nice, but there are way many more who have great affection for her. As Bette Midler's song says: "Did you ever know you were my hero?".

[@jeromethomas1741]

EVEN IN 1976 SHE WAS A BEAUTY PAGEANT IN 1976

[@jeromethomas1741]

I LIKED HER IN A SEXY SILVER GOLD DRESS SHE LOOKED FANTASTIC AND VERY STUNNING ELEGANT

[@msv6620]

always enjoyed her movies but I just cannot fathom how Hollywood types are so biased and how can anyone say the prior President did not put women down, did not have a blind eye toward rural America vs what a mess we have now in 2021

[@Taxi72]

Kom me jay qie krejtë,Vetoni!!

[@piotrmulawa1759]

Leczenie Twoje trwa dużo utraty zdrowia długo się będziesz zregenerować ze 3 miesiące pozdrawiam Piotrek czesc Saron dobranoc

[@shannonbevans3710]

Katie, this is cruel.

[@hosnaarzani]

Why on earth is it cruel?