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Dakota Johnson Says Childhood Fame Was 'Really Quite Scary' in Vogue Germany Interview

Her comments highlight aggressive run-ins with fans that left lasting strain from public scrutiny.

Overview

  • In a Vogue Germany interview published Oct. 21, Johnson recalls people aggressively trying to reach her mother during routine outings.
  • She describes public exposure to her family's private life as invasive, rude and painful, warning that accepting such behavior as normal can create lasting complexes.
  • Johnson says she grew up on sets and traveled often, noting she was born in Texas for her father's work and found it hard to make and keep friends.
  • She always wanted to act but says her parents barred professional roles until after high school, except for a small part in 1999's Crazy in Alabama.
  • Coverage this week from outlets including People, Fox News, HELLO! and USA TODAY highlights her reflections on the downsides of fame alongside the creative environment that shaped her ambitions.