Drea de Matteo Opens Up About Her Choice to Walk Away from the Hollywood Spotlight

Tyler Kent | 17 October 2024
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Celebrity Interviews
Drea de Matteo Opens Up About Her Choice to Walk Away from the Hollywood Spotlight

Drea de Matteo, best known for her role as Adriana La Cerva on The Sopranos, says leaving Hollywood was no big deal because she never felt part of the industry to begin with. Speaking to Fox News Digital, the 52-year-old explained that she’s never been one to mingle with celebrities, walk red carpets, or play the “Hollywood game.” "I’ve done good work and earned some awards," she said, "but I was never really in the scene." For her, stepping away was easy since that world was never hers to start with.

Beauty
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The beauty industry thrives on virality, but social media can quickly turn success into backlash. A single viral TikTok can either elevate a brand or expose its flaws, as seen with Youthforia’s foundation shade controversy and Huda Beauty’s mislabeling error. Daniela Morosini, a beauty correspondent, explains that listening to customer feedback is essential when things go wrong, as creators can drive virality for the wrong reasons. Building a brand community requires more than good products—it demands meaningful engagement, giving customers a voice, and acting swiftly on feedback. Proactive responses, like Huda Beauty’s early accountability, can prevent backlash from escalating. However, sensitive issues like hair care, especially linked to hair loss, carry heightened scrutiny, and complexion product mishaps often trigger strong reactions by exposing gaps in inclusivity. “Nobody likes to feel left out,” Morosini emphasizes, noting that exclusionary practices can cause lasting damage.

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Entertainment
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