American actress and director Olivia Wilde has revealed the emotional impact she experienced during her breakup with British star Harry Styles, which happened around the release of her film Don’t Worry Darling in 2022.

Wilde explained that the intense media attention surrounding the movie distracted audiences from its artistic message and had a personal psychological impact on her during that period.

Media Controversy Overshadowed Don’t Worry Darling’s Message

During her appearance on The Louis Theroux Podcast, Olivia Wilde spoke about the controversy surrounding Don’t Worry Darling, explaining that the constant media coverage prevented audiences from focusing on the film’s artistic meaning.

She said that the various scandals and side stories connected to the movie negatively affected the project, especially since the entire team had worked extremely hard to complete it during the difficult period of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Wilde noted that the film was produced with a budget of $30 million and emphasized that it deserved more attention for its artistic value rather than the controversy surrounding it.

Olivia Wilde: The Experience Hurt Me Personally

Olivia Wilde admitted that the period was emotionally difficult for her, explaining that she was not prepared for the way online platforms and social media could affect her personal and professional life.

She said the experience changed the way she views fame and public criticism, describing that period as an “internal hurricane” that she had to go through.

Wilde added that she now looks back on the situation from a calmer and more mature perspective.

A Different Promotional Experience With The Invite

Olivia Wilde also discussed her current promotional tour for her new film The Invite, saying that the experience has been completely different from her previous press tour.

She revealed that before starting the promotional campaign, she worried that the painful feelings from the Don’t Worry Darling period might return, but the opposite happened.

Wilde explained that the discussions around the new film focused mainly on the work itself, which gave her a sense of comfort and helped her move beyond the previous experience.

Details of Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles’ Relationship

Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles began their relationship in late 2020 after working together on Don’t Worry Darling. Their relationship lasted nearly two years before they officially separated in November 2022.

During the film’s release period, reports and rumors circulated about possible tensions between Wilde and the film’s star Florence Pugh, as well as discussions about the filming environment and pay differences among the cast.

These issues created widespread media attention that sometimes overshadowed conversations about the film itself and its artistic quality.

When did Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles break up?

The couple separated in November 2022 after being together for nearly two years.

How did the controversy affect Don’t Worry Darling?

Olivia Wilde said the media attention distracted audiences from the film’s artistic message and affected its reception.

What did Olivia Wilde say about her mental health during that time?

She said the period was personally painful and described it as an overwhelming experience.

What is Olivia Wilde’s latest film project?

Wilde discussed her promotional tour for her new film The Invite.