Tilda Swinton's Acting Inspiration Came From A Donkey

[@garywilson3042]

She lives about 15 mins away from me, and walks around just like a normal person. I taught her daughter archery for a small time, and she was great.

[@ggt47]

Ooh?

[@kaenakarnage]

No way! Really???

[@KGBeast.]

Legend

[@MultiAmbivalent]

To be able to say your taught Tilda Swinton’s daughter archery is close to the coolest thing anyone could say 😂

[@stevenweix4330]

Holy shit that's amazing... She's really an incredible talent....

[@BeGummi]

such a sophisticated lady with an awkward, down-to-earth sense of humor. everyone must love Tilda Swinton.

[@kobalt77]

Except for the people who love the Kardashians, P Hilton etc. .............. they just wont get it. Thank God

[@MaarLindvall]

@@kobalt77 true.

[@Gildete257]

I do

[@paulsutton5951]

Sophisticated people don't get offended at pro hockey players for their personal convictions. Every human has the right to their own beliefs. Anyone who disagrees isn't sophisticated but rather a total and complete idiot

[@AnInfernalMachine]

"Tilda Swinton is cool" is the most accurate statement I've ever heard!

[@vrjnsn]

Understatement*

[@cameron6081]

She needs to play David Bowie in a biopic now!

[@camelsheit_on_the_walls446]

Stunning as she is; not even Tilda matches David's extraordinary beauty though.

[@margaritam.9118]

camelshit Nope, Tilda has better teeth :D

[@camelsheit_on_the_walls446]

Greta M. You can say her teeth are more "perfect", and for her they work well ;) But David's splendidly, delightfully crooked teeth were just perfect for him; they were, in fact, part of his alluring charm and beauty. They were magic together with his mismatched eyes...

[@nullunit]

She was in that last video he did before he died as a sort aspect of him. It was pretty great.

[@williamh0809]

She's already played Bob Dylan!

[@Punk3rGirl]

This interview was good. Usually hosts get thrown off by Tilda's peculiar sense of humour, but Stephen is riding it out very well. I love how he essentially asked her "how are you so cool?" I'm wondering the same thing Stephen.

[@jiminhart]

He's just about the only real interviewer on late night TV.

[@pamelaturner7927]

Linds Tee we all are.

[@bennyton2560]

Totally agree. The things we deal with in real life are just mundane

[@RK-ep8qy]

dhgemein2 Seth as well, don't forget Seth

[@caixapreta2]

Stephen is also quite cool in his way, so.

[@JowanaBueser]

The alien goddess Tilda has graced our lives with her presence once more. I love her.

[@pamelaturner7927]

Jowana Bueser hear hear.well said

[@CaladonianQueen]

I think she's more fae than extraterrestrial. Like she's a high-ranking member of the summer court who decided to spend a lifetime as a mortal actor for shits and giggles.

[@margaritam.9118]

When I feel awkward being tall, I watch Tilda, and everything is alright again.

[@look4lec]

It's okay, there are dozens of us!

[@roliboom]

look4lec Lucky!

[@JudithBisson]

Greta M. Embrace your uniqueness, I bet your perfect as you are.

[@margaritam.9118]

Judith Bisson Oh, thank you 😊 sometimes I just feel clumsy ahahah

[@margaritam.9118]

Gnimn I also love Elizabeth Debicki. She's 6'2, but moves as a fucking swan queen 👌

[@ivannano]

One of my friends is good friend of Tilda's. She said she can sit and talk to her for hours about any topic. An intelligent, interesting woman with a wonderful world view.

[@dazzlingmoo5813]

Soooo lucky

[@bbmcgee33]

And as smug as they come!

[@teardrop-in-a-fishbowl]

I love Tilda, she is an exceptional person.

[@differnet]

Andreas Kreissl She is a supporter of the convicted pedophile Roman Polansky. She is a terrible person.

[@killerblingxbl]

So is Meryl Streep. I think its that generation of baby boomers that support the evilest among them.

[@differnet]

killerblingxbl I checked Snopes. And yes, Streep did applaud Polanski at the Golden Globes. But Swinton actually signed a petition stating that the arrest warrant for Polanski should be withdrawn because of his artistic talent and achievements. There is a huge difference.

[@killerblingxbl]

That's creepy as fuck. Then again, she is one step removed from E.T as it is. Amazing actress, completely fucked in the head space.

[@lffy2630]

Ikr?

[@lyrafoxx7397]

Eccentric. Charming. Mysticism. Agelessness. And people said that no woman could play The Doctor...

[@ShreyButle]

Her hair is on point

[@hessu275]

I was surprised she didn't even get nominated from We Need To Talk About Kevin

[@tworookiesinavanjan7913]

HeikkiP I'm surprised this comment didn't say "first" lol.

[@hessu275]

JLE JLE Well I'm not twelve

[@roguecactus7]

HeikkiP yeah, she's great.

[@AuntieFa]

She was nominated for a golden globe for that role, as well as a BAFTA and other awards.

[@ianmichalski7997]

She did on her home planet.

[@SonjaDawn]

The main part of why she is so cool is, she doesn't think about it and doesn't care about it, if she did, she wouldn't be cool.

[@colsonbarnhart9086]

I love her, i think she was the highlight of Constantine, one of my favorite films.

[@lffy2630]

Now i love you too

[@colsonbarnhart9086]

pridelix world, and I loved that movie the moment I heard the one and only Maynard Keenan song featured in a movie. I mean shit, if it got his stamp of approval, I was guaranteed to love it.

[@AutumnHarvest1]

One of my favorite characters of hers!

[@Mi-kf5bc]

Fashion sense through the roof. Years ahead of us all.🙌🏻🏆🦄

[@Punk3rGirl]

lol even her description of doing something "ordinary" was cool.

[@randombutspecific]

Yeah lol "I had to wash my dogs because they rolled in a dead seal" is the most hip cool story I would ever have

[@adireloaded]

i ABSOLUTELY ADORE this woman !

[@lffy2630]

Ikr? Thit you know that character that she does in constantine? If you don't, what are you waiting for? It's beautiful :O

[@Elrond_Hubbard_1]

_[mothership beeps]_ Tilda: "I have to go now. Goodbye.. humans.."

[@J.P.Robles]

No come back Tildaaa!

[@reyrose9834]

I’m a simple woman, I see Tilda Swinton and I click.

[@davidatlee2498]

She's fantastic in The Last Lovers Left Alive. Its definitely worth seeing.

[@pamelaturner7927]

Dave Atlee ah,yes.must see her early work, ORLANDO

[@DerHerrMitR]

Only Lovers Left Alive. How hard can it be to google a movie title? :D

[@Missjunebugfreak]

I love her voice! Actually I just love everything about her.

[@Mullay2]

Tilda Swinton is one of those gifted folks that we should be glad visits our planet on occasion, much like David Bowie. We need more of them.

[@camelsheit_on_the_walls446]

Oh yeah, Tilda Swinton is definitely almost THE favorite of my favorite actors! Such a unique woman, of looks (why; she is almost otherworldly), as well as of character. Thank you for doing this interview with her, Colbert.

[@differnet]

camelshit She is also a supporter of the convicted pedophile Roman Polansky.

[@Anndelindevore]

I never want to meet her... because I'm not prepared for how much I will fan girl out.

[@aimeewillox3386]

she walked right beside me before while we were both at the circus and ive seen her at the gym and pool a few times (we live in the same town) and i blush so hard everytime

[@aimeewillox3386]

@@casmartle i dont think its private but maybe google it and if it doesnt come up then i prolly shouldnt day :)

[@redwine9045]

How can you be so sophisticated and down to earth at the same time? She's my biggest idol. I like how awkward yet confident she is.

[@BlakieTT]

Stephen wasn't lying... she is cool AS FUCK, dude.

[@adireloaded]

Coolest Woman ever

[@lffy2630]

Ikr?

[@pamelaturner7927]

A J how does one achieve that level of coolness? Love her!Film,ORLANDO is must see if you are fan.

[@micxploed]

A J you are such a fucking loser.

[@karenling2106]

okja is on netflix

[@karenling2106]

our friend andy cohen

[@a.mie.533]

How can one be of such a noble appearance, such an immediately trustworthy presence and at the same time so freaky, so funny and childlike... magnificent woman!

[@emogirlhashervengz]

I first saw her in the film We Need to Talk About Kevin, and her performance was just beautiful. This interview was really good, she seems like a down-to-earth person. It makes me want to learn more about her other roles.

[@pamelaturner7927]

emogirlhashervengz must see ORLANDO.One of her early roles.Unforgettable.

[@RedDeadSakharine]

That subtle England burn was great! xD

[@xxcusme]

she seems like a very intelligent & knowledgeable person yet so down to earth, best kind of human being

[@AliceBz]

I think Tilda got stunned for a moment there when Stephen genuinely said "You're very cool", haha

[@sleepy_oak]

One of the greatest actresses of all time, and works with excellent directors!

[@pamelaturner7927]

Hiago de Carvalho her body of work very diverse & choice of scripts spot on.A must see of hers, ORLANDO,an early role,my first La Swinton introduction.I knew then I wanted more of her.Simply marvelous!

[@LeonardoDiazSwinton]

Finally some interview with a host that really knows tilda or did a great search about her. I mean, he even can talk about everything she has done, because she's the coolest person alive. And i think they could talk for hours, and Stephen will still looks fascinated for TILDA!

[@moeezS]

She's the arthouse queen! I've been to the highlands of Scotland, but never to Nairn, will have to check it out next time I go! Au Hasard Balthasar is a great inspiration.

[@pamelaturner7927]

Messofanego Then you will be mesmerized by her in ORLANDO.💞

[@lioncaptive]

Messofanego So true!

[@jujumitko]

She's exquisite

[@jenniferpatterson4964]

ellie bellybananafafelly that is the PERFECT word to describe her. She’s absolutely enchanting.

[@crush7877]

I love Tilda so much

[@High-Functioning-Sherlockian]

things i love about Tilda: i love the way Tilda says NERRRRN her laugh is adorable her style her acting shes so down-to-earth

[@KidsWithGuns1992]

Man she's a directors dream. Versatile, and somewhat strange and abstract in appearance. Which I think is what makes her beautiful, she's incredibly stylish and very unique in her appearance. Not at all typical Hollywood and I love it.

[@capimsi7]

Good grief, this is the 1st interview of Tilda for me, and I'm blown away at how humble and delightful she is. To me, she's a brilliant actress, almost unrivalled and in a class of her own. After watching this, my admiration has increased two-fold. Such a lovely person!

[@lornilula4213]

I feel like she and Cate Blanchett should be in movie together being frenemies or something.

[@johnwesson2759]

I like how she talks about her director. Very loyal.

[@NymulAhmed]

goddess among us

[@pamelaturner7927]

Nymul Ahmed Absolutely.Sublime.

[@Ad_Astra2023]

I just love her. She is no doubt one of the most talented actresses in the whole filming industry and yet so humble! 💕

[@RodolfoLimacbx]

*One of the greatest actresses and beings of generations.* This woman is a phenomenon! I'm here in 2020 to say that!

[@joemcqueen6050]

First time I came across Tilda Swinton was in a movie called Orlando, from the early 90s...if you haven't seen it, you should....awesome

[@MrBloodbunny]

[@j.louisv.123]

This lady is more than an acting genius; she's an true artist.

[@jjm0537]

Okja. That shot in the clip with Tilda Swinton's hands in front of her face... it's good.

[@yamiyoru]

She's so cool. Extraordinary presence when u have her on the couch of a show.

[@haendel8a]

exceptionally beautiful! Met her once in a techno club in Berlin or rather saw her from the distance as the room around her was glowing and then she and her entourage was gone in two seconds

[@emercycrite]

Tilda can rock a suit like no one else can

[@PeaceFan1]

He forgot ORLANDO ..she was AMAZING in that movie!!! Go watch that movie, People!!! She was F'ing AMAZING and Hilarious in Trainwreck!!! xoxo

[@k1nj3]

I liked her in Orlando!!! Great actress

[@pamelaturner7927]

k1nj3 Now that was a revelation.Knew then I would seek out her work.Never has she disappointed.Superb actress.

[@AutumnHarvest1]

I friggin love Tilda Swinton, she really is such a great actress and the kinds of roles she has taken on have been amazing. She can even pull of playing male characters beautifully.

[@Rhaifha]

Tilda Swinton is such an amazing actress and person! I love her in any movie I see her in.

[@hechanova07]

I really love Tilda playing unhinged characters.

[@bbmcgee33]

'Playing'...

[@martinumber1]

Tilda and Helena Bonham Carter are GIFTS to the world of acting. The US has never produced talent like them. And I'm American.

[@isaiahbaggett5014]

She is amazing!!!!

[@Triskaan]

Yeah, she's so talented and etheral, she can only be otherwordly.

[@user-qb3jg8ep9t]

In case you missed it, the movie is called Au hasard Balthazar

[@pamelaturner7927]

ww wifi ty

[@muggedinmadrid]

she has such taut skin . she never seems to age. must have great genes and a healthy lifestyle. seems like such a nice person to be around, humble, humorous and charming.

[@samuelsurbrook1428]

She has a great 😌 charisma. She is just an overall good 😌 person.

[@ar8107]

“You are veerry cool! “ even just looking at pics of her in magazines..i would have thought the same thing 😂

[@hechanova07]

This woman is a lion.

[@deadname2191]

She actually played the witch, not the lion.

[@hechanova07]

I thought she played the wardrobe? Some sort of war general...

[@pamelaturner7927]

Toribio Hechanova LIONESS.Thank you. please.Commands to be watched,admired, adored.Lovely beyond compare

[@Daniel-um6vy]

Toribio Hechanova Actually, she plays Lucy, the little girl.

[@e.g.tumaliuan6455]

Well she already wear a Lion’s mane and battled Muggles, Mythical Creatures and Modern Animals.

[@MisterTingles]

she just exudes intelligence and worldliness, and the slight insinuations of bubbly androgyny are quite tantalizing.

[@nellystarsbr]

Tilda is soooo amazing! I love her!

[@TheCutflood]

She lives in the highlands, so She is a Highlander.

[@Ryotsu2112]

Cutflood There can be only one.

[@rebeccaramagole8371]

I thought she never did interviews!!!!!love Tilda so much ,Im inspired by her..... she's my muse

[@davidwalker5054]

Tilda Swinton is one classy lady and she doesn,t even rate herself as an actress. How awesome does that make her

[@calldwnthesky6495]

watching a lady as otherworldly as Tilda Swinton, just being kind of mundane, is endless fascination for me

[@Mi-kf5bc]

Legend.

[@lamegoldfish6736]

Tilda is just herself. She can't help but be cool.

[@MrMurraypants]

I absolutely love her!

[@brianahenebury6490]

Tilda Swinton was on my flight from Inverness to London last week! She seems like a very down to earth person.

[@LiarLiarPantsOnFireFr]

She has a very strong presence she demands respect. Mystical.

[@JoshuaDiscussions]

A strong presence for a strong gifted and talented woman

[@firmanang9132]

Alien queen tilda swinton shes the coolest god

[@RobVespa]

She is the coolest...

[@anniebunny722]

My favorite character "look," she has had is without a doubt Eve, her vampire role in Only Lovers Left Alive. With the long blonde hair, white leather jacket, pants, boots, leather gloves, and black sunglasses. It's probably because I tend to love wearing boots, jackets, and jeans a lot myself.

[@Felidae-ts9wp]

BRILLIANT actess..and she hasn't aged a bit since Orlando.. the first film I saw her in.

[@williamh0809]

Amazing looking for 56!

[@carolinaflor]

williamh0809 I thought she was about 45, tops.

[@wraprop]

That really is an amazing movie.

[@mia.2857]

I just dont know who wouldnt like to play beside Tilda....Oscar winner ...sooo good actress...i like her very much.....she is so original in everything.....

[@penrkaz]

As a Nairnite, 6min 55 secs makes my day.

[@slinkeepy]

She was amazing in Snowpiercer... so happy to hear about this new movie!

[@lffy2630]

What about Constantine?

[@mariluwilhelm5742]

pridelix world I was waiting for him mention Constantine. She was brilliant in it.

[@misterpositif8635]

There are very few actresses that I genuinely adore and this woman, certainly is on my top 5.

[@Thegobstopper61]

Early work a BBC Scotland production was Your Cheating Heart. She played a young country and western singer in Glasgow.

[@jerramy]

I will always watch anything she is in. She has a totally unique style all of her own that gives intelligence and quiet strength to anything she does.

[@nobinobodybusiness315]

Tilda is so humble ❤❤❤

[@ericragnar3069]

Gotta love that British humor

[@briacarter2349]

Irony: Most women strive to be "beautiful, sexy and feminine" Yet when we see a woman like Tilda who can embrace femininity and masculinity, we immediately are memorized.

[@musics4me]

She's literally human but instantly becomes transcendent and out of this world (like she's known for) when she mentions her references.

[@KatjaBlack]

I love Scotland and have been to Nairn several times. Even walked by her beautiful house near the beach. It’s really not underground low. It’s quite beautiful.

[@Jadorelainie]

She's the most interesting idividual both physically and intelectually.

[@DocHollywoodMD]

I wish she could've talked a bit more about Au Hasard Balthazar (or "Balthazar, at Random"), it's a truly beautiful film.

[@waedjradi]

Such an amazing actress, that when you're watching her on screen, you forget it's Tilda Swinton

[@kathleensilva2414]

Tilda is fascinating.Truly gifted actress.

[@carriel3054]

The goofy Nairn joke :D :D :D

[@kbee8517]

Her acting is so fantastic, I'm blown away every time

[@polyprinz]

She has this majestic aura about her.

[@perwiratempur]

The angel from Constantine!

[@lffy2630]

I LoVE thAt ChaRaCTer A LOT!!

[@Nielly]

It was the first movie I saw her in, so I always remember her from that role. The scene where she gets punched and feels pain for the first time is so great.

[@JoshuaDiscussions]

Yes Gabriel I believe

[@anomalapithecus]

Scotland!

[@DavidOfWhitehills]

Nairn!

[@carolkewley7410]

Only Tilda Swinton can tell the "Nairn" joke and make it funny.