Renee Zellweger Talks About Her Journey Through Hollywood (Full Interview) | Chelsea | Netflix

Renee Zellweger opens up to Chelsea about her complicated relationship to fame and Hollywood, and shares advice she would give to her younger self.
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Renee Zellweger (Full Interview) | Chelsea | Netflix
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[@laurapickman9415]

I met Renee and her family one night at a restaurant I was working at. I was trying hard to protect her. She heard me talk to nearby guests who would ask if that was Renee Zellweger and I would say "no" and "who is Renee Zellweger?" She let me sit by her as she signed a piece of paper for me. She laid her hand on my wrist and thanked me for trying as people came to to the table. She is Beautiful, warm, friendly, and classy.

[@sweetXsweet2009]

so cool!!

[@sunnygirl87]

Sweet. Thanks for sharing.

[@susanshotts1799]

People are such assholes, let's just interrupt someone trying to have a nice dinner, God forbid I leave her alone long enough to consume an entire meal and relax, all for nothing but their stupid elevated sense of self. Shameful! TY for trying to keep the ass faces at bay.

[@laurenmaffeo3703]

What a nice story, thanks so much for sharing! She seems like such a sweetheart.

[@amandalovell161]

How absolutely lovely. And what a lovely memory for you to have. She does appear to be truly genuine and warm. Xx

[@Mac62671]

"You are honoring yourself every time you follow though on something you want to explore"--Love that

[@TheCrossPearls]

Patsy Hooker ❤️😊❤️

[@themaggattack]

So that's why I never follow through on anything. 😕

[@stphndrn]

Renee was so nice to me when she shopped in Williams Sonoma, I helped her & I've never forgotten how soft spoken she was... so nice!

[@beatjunkybg]

She has a very calming and sweet presence

[@MsGnor]

She really does! I want to be her friend ... I *know* how that even sounds!!

[@jubalcalif9100]

So true ! I have a notion to second that emotion !

[@mgdkns6678]

She seems very sweet indeed

[@carlydubbya7620]

Chelsea's gift as an interviewer really shines here, I had no idea Rene Zellweger's waters ran so deep. Chelsea's approach is such a refreshing counterbalance to the all too common, focus on Celebrity. Keepin it real!

[@WillChil466]

Good actors are smart.

[@joycedominguez1828]

I've never liked Chelsea. She's a mean girl. Seems like she's trying too hard to be the "perfect" interviewer with her little foods set out. Give it a rest Chelsea. Your ship has sailed.

[@Sdority905]

I feel like this is the most real I have ever seen Renee. It is refreshing to see and I love her Texan accent. I love how in tune she was with her and her mom's experience during the premier. It humanizes her and shows she has similar worries and relationship dynamics that we can all relate to.

[@iDalisMediaTV]

One of Chelseas best interviews I think she really prepared and it really flowed .

[@arianalover5656]

I love Renee! I'm so glad she's doing movies again. She's back in Hollywood with a vengeance. Judy was wonderful.

[@sb1866]

I think Renee looks fantastic. She's so humble, sweet, and talented!

[@cosettelaplante699]

Why does it seem like that we are eavesdropping on a private convo? I really like this interview and the two of them. The questions Chelsea asked were great. And Renee's answers highlight her genuineness, humbleness, professionalism, and sweetness.

[@adamyaish1098]

Oh my.... Reneè is the epitome of good character, grace, and beauty. I love her. 😘😘😘

[@lorettanericcio-bohlman567]

Makes me miss Audrey Hepburn

[@missnuggin]

It's a pretty sad reflection when these two powerfully honest and present women sit down to share a deeply thoughtful 13.5 minutes with the world, and half of the comments are about Rene's face. I think it's beautiful how down to earth and personal they both are in this interview and I find it to be truly empowering. We are all human with fears and insecurities. So let's just get on with it and accept each other, and accept ourselves, as is.

[@danehvilla]

you are correct!

[@youtubeme1071]

Agree!

[@tmott8870]

Truly "down to earth" woman, do not get thousands of dollars worth of surgery to completely change the way they look. People comment on her face because she has drastically changed it via surgical procedures. Yes, when you do that, people will notice. I don't find it "empowering" when a woman is so vain, that they take these measures. I feel empowered by women who are changing the world, not their faces.

[@brandiphillips5775]

I think it's sad that this amazing woman resorted to butchering her face to follow some unrealistic beauty standard. Girl needs to work on self-esteem. Granted, I agree that vitriol on any level is unnecessary and petty.

[@cdcanada7182]

Nadia Christine Duggin You are correct, women are hated. We are born with targets on our backs.

[@sunnygirl87]

Her performance in Cold Mountain was amazing. She was the part lock stock and barrel.

[@lesleyjones6230]

My favorite character.

[@spiritedrose28]

"you dont get to meet people in a genuine way.. the tension makes me uncomfortable" I would completely feel this way if I was in her shoes

[@JinxMarie1985]

Courtney Vancil very well quoted

[@savethealcoholic]

It is palpable that Renee is a very intelligent woman.

[@tysonb3568]

Awwww Renee.... we miss you and love you!!! She looks beautiful 🙌🏾

[@johnl262]

god damn she is so articulate. her wording is beautiful

[@camilleanderson7755]

Yes, I love it

[@jaycuzman625]

Don't use the Lord's Name as a cuss words or any way other than with utmost awe. HE is the Name above all names.

[@dannytoots6635]

@@jaycuzman625 GOD MOFUCKIN JESUS GOD DAMN FUCK

[@DrewKelleyTidwell]

Renee is a true southern lady , just watched her in WHAT IF on Netflix , amazing performance !!

[@khloeknievel3874]

She has a lovely accent. I'm surprised because I've never noticed it in any of her work.

[@survivor817]

Yep..I'm hooked

[@KEJE78]

She gives me a very confident and real energy.. I think time works for some people so good..

[@xxo8888]

One thing I like about myself is I am able to feel empathy and am compassionate. One thing I would tell my younger self is to say and do what you want, and be nicer to myself.

[@eleoneell]

This was a very genuine interview. I love Chelsea and Renee, they are both brilliant women!

[@RosePetal17]

I LOVE the Bridget Jones Films! They are 'comfort food' for me! Renee, was wonderful and will always be known for that role!!

[@beccamavronas1401]

This interview is probably my favorite I've seen of her! She's so down to earth and surprisingly normal and grounded. And you did a great job, Chelsea.

[@jubalcalif9100]

I totally agree ! I have not seen much of Chelsea's work before now but am impressed by her interviewing skills !

[@amberr.8149]

My fellow Texan. Her accent feels like home!

[@briannairene185]

She is GORGEOUS

[@elthonfarias4139]

She's amazing in What/If. Love her!

[@JoseReyes-ev1yo]

She's so honest and open about how she felt.

[@shelbydougherty6099]

I love that you post the full interviews! Didn't know Renee Zellweger had such a cute accent

[@paolabueso]

Shelby Dougherty That totally surprised me too! It's a lovely accent.

[@chezraye21]

She's southern, i believe she's from Texas?

[@alexvarela6901]

Kraye Inluv Katy TX to be exact! A suburb outside of Houston, my lovely hometown ❤️

[@flake4710]

RENEE IS SO WELL SPOKEN! EVERYTHING SHE SAID RESONATED WITH ME. LOVELY PERSON.

[@jubalcalif9100]

I've adored Renee's beauty and talent for many years and it's so heartwarming to find out she's just as beautiful on the inside ! What a sweet, caring, kind, smart, funny & gentle individual ! Thanx for your comment !!

[@swatibhamu904]

She reminds me of Meredith grey / ellen pompeo

[@melissarose6901]

She does look like Ellen Pompeo :)

[@elleesha8554]

CREEPY AF! Throughout the whole video I was like she is just like Ellen personality wise, scrolls down and sees this. oh my ;')

[@kathleenwestmacott8344]

yes

[@AncientSecretz]

Now that you say that I think you are spot on.

[@tasnimtrisha2]

Swati Bhamu I thought that too...😅😆

[@MADEbySOUL]

Renee has a fantastic British accent that a lot of other actors can't do. She holds it really well.

[@kirk1007]

Well as the dialect coaches say there British is the closest accent to an american southern accent. Very femine

[@jinarose5374]

Including her natural mannerisms, seems more like a Brit speaking an American accent at times, lol.

[@EmmaDee]

I think she looks good. It’s not what we think it’s how she feels. She’s been beat up over doing what almost every woman with the financial means would do. She’s beautiful inside and out!!

[@WillChil466]

She got tired of being the plain girl.

[@christinamacinnis45]

Just rewatching this interview- it's really refreshing!

[@verronica2]

you see the difference when a woman interviews, there are no sexual innuendos, just deep talk. Thas why we need more of them. BTW great job Chelsea, manage to mix deep with funny, she was in charge despite Renee being a little tough and shy. And Rennee is very sweet, deep and pretty, still photos dont do her justice

[@09nob]

Don't talk shit there are loads of good respectfull male interviewers and plenty of shit woman interviewers just as many as men.

[@Mel.U]

Well stated! Women have more depth

[@09nob]

@@Mel.U Lol that's why all the great writers and philosophers are woman.... oh hold on a minute no they're not.

[@Mel.U]

@@09nob well,,, not that we publicly know of,,,, but my wisen granny had a lot of sage advice that I wished I would have published. There is such a wisdom in the world of life experiences of both genders my dear friend

[@mgdkns6678]

There are plenty of female interviewers that are absolutely embarrassing and flirt with their guests. I saw this in plenty of interviews with Jared Leto, or Jake Gyllenhaal or Bradley Cooper. Men are objectified also in this industry and not all women interviewers are professional.

[@skyhope1017]

This was such a good interview!! Much love for Chelsea and Renee!!

[@vaskylark]

She's so humble and introspective. I like her, and I don't like many actors in Hollywood these days. Good interview too. I don't usually like Chelsea, but she's good in this interview.

[@JAWilsonwhitetidelinedesigns]

I love Renee Zellweger's work (massive, massive talent) and her personality along with her vast intelligence/wisdom/humility makes her an all-star, all-round marvel of a human being. Chelsea's questions were superb.

[@Jezsica]

this is an incredible interview! love their dynamic together!

[@eybeyb1]

Really great interview. Wish this show continued. Chelsea is really underrated in the talk show business

[@blueeyedgojo689]

"I'm always 3 vodkas in" lol

[@ellielouiseroberts8602]

Hollywood is brutal. If you don't have plastic surgery , you have let yourself go and you are punished. If you do have plastic surgery and pretend you didn't have it, you are also punished. You are punished if you are honest about your procedures because you are inauthentic. It is impossible to be on top of your looks 24/7, but celebrities are expected to do so (women much more than men). I would go crazy in such an environment and it is only healthy to take a break for a while and focus on yourself and your family.

[@raynieves8811]

Well said

[@melloneesnyder7434]

Is this new about Hollywood? Then why do it? Smh. There are better jobs than becoming an actor or actress.

[@bigred8432]

oh mellonee synder, what a basic and ignorant response

[@marylhere]

I think she had to have her face repaired after gaining weight for BJD and then losing it quickly for Chicago. She obviously had the skin removing/tightening surgery on her face....it was noticeable in BJD 2. Her face looked pinched around the edges like the Michelin man. Thought she looked good with the weight....all 133 lbs on her 5’7” frame. Many Brits were unaware she was from Texas.

[@adrijuarez6075]

It’s not just not Hollywood. Is society and the fans, they’re the ones that criticized the most and will say things like “you are too old for that” and the fact that there are people making a comment about it? Whether someone has or not a plastic surgery it’s none of our business there for we should never mention or questioned. I have never mentioned or quesiton a plastic surgery from anybody famous or not, that’s how I was raised,

[@robinrobin4932]

What a beautiful and interesting interview... really enjoyed it. I love how Chelsea brought out Renee's delicate but considerate personality.

[@HewanYitagesu]

Wow! I loved this interview. Reminded me of shows like 'Oprah' where the guests and the host are so honest about their life and not just random gossips and 'who are you wearing' nonsense

[@wendygalligan2552]

What a sweetheart, she seems so down to earth

[@thegeorget1]

This has to be one of the greatest interviews I've seen in a long time,, thanks ladies you are spot on

[@laurahenry1340]

she's a very genuine person, I've met her a couple of times. seems she's managed to maintain who she is, outside of the fact that she may have had minor surgery and works for a crazy industry.

[@thenicestpersonafteryou1533]

Laura Henry Being an aging actrice or model of course mus be terrifying, I don't know if I could deal with it. You end up losing and you know it no matter what you do.

[@jbre7233]

I doubt she will ever feel the need to discuss any minor procedures she had done, but i have to think that a person with heavily hooded eyelids might NEED surgery to reduce them as they age, just so they can see properly.

[@jubalcalif9100]

She does indeed come cross as quite well grounded ! Not only a pretty lady and gifted actress but one intelligent, articulate & thoughtful person !

[@michaelsix9684]

I admire her ability to keep her sanity, be real, and handle success with grace and dignity

[@Terrahoskins]

I don't think I've ever heard Renee's accent before! It's nice to get a sense of her, after watching her characters on film for 20-some years.

[@mimanestor8287]

She is an AMAZING actress! The way she transforms in each role is unique!

[@joannalouise76]

I love, love, love this interview!! Intelligent, respectful, thoughtful and warm.

[@allmadeup1321]

I love Renee now more than I ever thought I could she is chill and I love their whole convo about talking about our strengths as women

[@michaelovitch]

It's so refreshing and delectable to listen at those women talking, think,shape ideas and express themselves like a normal human being. Thank you for that. A real conversation.

[@calik.5094]

I love you, Renée Z.! You're poised, confident and humble😍. #Aspiration #Star

[@0o0TheQueenBee0o0]

She is so beautiful. she dealt with this interview so gracefully

[@paolabueso]

Wow! This interview was so good! I didn't want it to end. Thank you for sharing this!

[@Douglas_Hamilton]

She's so beautiful!

[@nikkilaundrie]

she's so pleasant and calm to listen to, i do find some celebrities are very in your face, and maybe it's just an act they put on for big events ( i can imagine how loud it is on red carpet etc.) but i've always found renee in her acting roles so lovely, and just soft and gentle.

[@ISEEKSPACE]

Seeing Renee asking questions right back at Chelsea shows her curiosity, and this is a form of great intellegence. Being able to take those questions in the form of giving it back to the interviewer its great to watch. Chelsea is still aggressive af, but I really loved this.

[@erlandandersen5782]

Nice! Interesting interview with lovely Renee! Being a Norwegian myself I'm very pleased to know she's Norwegian related, even from the same areas of Norway as me! 😍👍

[@PrettyLoved]

She seems like such a sweet and genuine person and Chelsea asked some great questions.

[@garyenwards1608]

SHE SOLD HER SOUL FOR FORTUNE AND FAME

[@TheAngelsHealing]

I really like these one on one interviews she does from home. they are more real. the actors seem relaxed and comfortable when there isnt an audience. Chelsea is such a good interviewer.

[@GoodDaysandBeyond]

Chelsea, love your interviewing style! I like hearing about the art/work side of hollywood

[@paslit3924]

Thanks for a great interview, Renee seams so real, thank you again for sharing.

[@twilightsecho]

Renee has been acting for decades, “Empire Records” with Liv Tyler; she is professional and a Great actor! Loved her in Bridget Jones franchise, Cold Mountain, CHICAGO, Jerry Maguire, etc.

[@marylhere]

Caught a movie on KZbin that I had never seen that was pretty good.

[@pikyzitutsang3077]

Very down to earth , very humble , honest and mature on Renee’s side , interviewing is hard as questions have to be answered , but it is still professionally pulled off , the interviewer being herself and not at all pretentious is very refreshing.

[@saradactalmama1102]

This is the third time I'm watching this she's so awesome I love this interview

[@MsGnor]

Gorgous interview Chelsea, and I love love love your home!! Renee, great vibe xxx

[@beautifulneverending]

I never realized how... Beautiful of a person Renee is truly. She's... Wow. I am speechless and feel so much love for her right now.

[@jubalcalif9100]

Heavens to Murgatroid ! Wonderfully entertaining & illuminating interview with one of my favorite actresses ! Kudos to Chelsea !

[@ilahmache7712]

Gosh, she is so humble and so cute! I don't think I've seen this side of her before. Great interview! :)

[@marias7599]

I kinda always saw this in her. I don't know.... her energy. Very vulnerable too

[@nikkilaundrie]

i also like these more laid back interviews in a nice room with some treats, it puts everyone at ease, much more enjoyable to watch.

[@WHR17]

Great interview, really admire these fearless women!!!

[@michaelsix9684]

I saw her house in Katy, TX, it was nice built by her dad in mid -70s, people in Tx still recall Renee very well, she did a film called Love and a .45 in Austin, agents from William Morris saw her and offered to sign her if she would move to LA, she got a huge break there -- most folks move to LA and struggle to get an agent, two of my friends from acting class went there and never got very far -- it's a very risky career to pursue

[@AutumnHarvest1]

Renee Zellweger has such a cute personality

[@lieneuh]

Great interview! The world would be a better place with more of these kinds of interview :)

[@nm-tw6mh]

What a great video! Learned some things that will help me in my own life and help me be a more empowered person. Thank you!

[@martinam7806]

Her voice is so calm and and very relaxing. I love the way she thinks and how articulate she is. Very rare and precious nowadays.

[@socialmuggingmedia8183]

Being an artist myself I loved her in the movie, Miss Potter.. very inspiring.

[@travisfurber1368]

Amazing interview. It's incredible how much better an interview is when the interviewer asks questions and actually wants to hear the answer

[@ianp7661]

Renee seems like a sweetheart and most importantly, REAL. Glad she’s finally getting the recognition she should get, especially after her brilliance in Bridget Jones and Chicago.

[@dee3093]

Peoples, watch Same kind of different as me. On Netflix Rene is so amazing in it! I shed many of tears.

[@majopgalli]

that was a great and intimate interview!! love these both witty and sensitive women!!

[@breahsaldana9251]

I absolutely love her in every movie I've seen but I loved her even more when she played with Hugh Grant ..saw all of them! And I think she's hilarious and very good actress

[@tmckmusic8584]

I love how real this interview felt. More interviews should be done in homes! It's like a conversation instead of a marketing ploy.

[@WDnation9]

I feel like Renee is one of the sweetest people ever.

[@JosannaMonik]

Very pretty background setting. Thank you for the lovely interview.

[@kccatalan8449]

Great questions Chelsea. You both look great. I could gave gotten into this conversation. Women are so fucking cool! Great to see Renee. It's been a while.

[@coffeegirl18]

Renee's seriously a sweetheart :) I love her in the Bridget Jones series. I love Chelsea's casual interviews they're more fun.

[@kerenrodgenamichel4274]

What a lovely interview! Love Renée, so calming her voice; remembrer my first time at theater my godfather and I went on watching Bridget Jones Diary☺️☺️

[@Pinkbunny6_]

so comforting very beautiful both souls!

[@norawax1328]

such a great interview and Chelsea you're surely an inspiration

[@douglaskerr9189]

I love it when Rene says she does not want to let anyone down... I am touched by her thoughtfulness

[@JanetPlanetful]

GREAT conversation!!

[@michellecarbonell707]

she so down to earth, i love it.

[@olekolecz8973]

i truly love this woman! She means a lot for me, i wish her well

[@anna-louisehooper1644]

probably one of the best interviews ive ever seen

[@Mac62671]

Such a great talent. I wish she would still be in major productions and for that matter I wish that there were productions still being made that there worthy of her

[@MACupBananas]

Reneé is Such a Genuine, Sweet Caring Mensch!!!

[@alexjoevaniilara1509]

This was an amazing interview! Seriously

[@ai6600]

She seems so genuine or sweet in a true sense. For someone that has been in Hollywood for that long wow so refreshing.

[@samcassidy001]

What a great interview, was really lovely, sweet and funny