Glenn Close Reveals Taking Valium Before ‘Fatal Attraction’ Audition
Glenn Close shared that she took a Valium due to nerves before auditioning for one of her most memorable roles, the infamous "Bunny Boiler" in the 1987 psychological thriller Fatal Attraction. The 78-year-old actress is celebrated for a wide range of roles, including those in 101 Dalmatians, Hillbilly Elegy, and Dangerous Liaisons.
Behind the Casting Story
During an episode of The Kardashians, Glenn watched Fatal Attraction with her All Stars co-stars and shared some insights about her casting.
“I was doing a play on Broadway and had to let my understudy go on, which is a big deal, then fly to LA. My hair was long and wild, and I thought, ‘What am I going to do with my hair?’ Finally, I said, ‘Oh f**k it, I’m just gonna go like that.’ I was so nervous I took a Valium.”
Valium Reaction
Not being accustomed to the drug, Glenn felt the Valium’s effect was quite strong for her.
“I don’t take Valiums, so the fact that I took a Valium meant it was serious,” she explained to her All Stars costars, including Kim Kardashian.
Role Significance
In Fatal Attraction, Glenn Close portrayed an obsessed lover who stalks a man and his family after their affair ends, a performance that remains one of her most acclaimed.
Author’s summary: Glenn Close candidly recalls overcoming nerves with a Valium before auditioning for her iconic, psychologically intense role in Fatal Attraction, highlighting her dedication to the craft.