Hollywood actress Emma Roberts has recently opened up about the challenges she’s faced due to the ‘nepo baby’ label, revealing that it has cost her a few roles. Despite popular beliefs, she asserts that her famous family connections have not secured her any projects.
Emma Roberts is currently enjoying a high point in her career, starring as Rex Simpson in the newly released film Space Cadet. However, the actress has candidly shared her thoughts on the ‘nepo baby’ narrative in Hollywood and how it has negatively affected her professional journey. As the niece of legendary star Julia Roberts, Emma has often been assumed to benefit from her family’s fame. She clarified that this is far from the truth.
In a recent interview with Flaunt magazine, Emma discussed her career, movies, personal life, and more. Addressing the issue of nepotism, she stated, “I’ve lost more jobs than I’ve gained from being in the business. People have opinions, and sometimes maybe they’re not good opinions of people in your family.” She emphasized that she has never secured a job because of her famous relatives, but has definitely lost some opportunities due to the ‘nepo baby’ label.
Emma is the daughter of well-known actor Eric Roberts and the niece of Julia Roberts, which has often led to assumptions about her career advantages. However, her recent revelations paint a different picture.
Personal Life and Relationships
Beyond her career, Emma also touched on her personal life during the interview. She spoke about her decision to stop dating actors, saying, “One day the veil was lifted,” and she realized it wasn’t the best choice for her. She found it particularly challenging to be in relationships with actors, especially those who are method actors. “The actors I’ve been with border on method actors, and that is something that I think is extremely difficult to be in a relationship with—at least for me, especially the characters that they were playing,” she explained.
Emma previously dated actor Garrett Hedlund for three years before they split in 2022. The former couple shares a son, Rhodes Robert Hedlund, born in December 2020.
Emma Roberts continues to shine in her career despite the hurdles she’s faced due to misconceptions about her family’s influence. Her honesty and resilience are sure to inspire many as she navigates the complexities of Hollywood.
