Actor Nicholas Galitzine says being seen as a sex symbol makes him feel objectified and dehumanized.

In a recent interview with British GQ, actor Nicholas Galitzine opened up about his newfound status as a sex symbol following his role in The Idea of You alongside Anne Hathaway. At just 29 years old, the London-born star has reached a new level of fame, but he's not sure if he's being recognized for his talent or his sex appeal.

Discussing his experience with the publication, Galitzine revealed how he sometimes feels more like a piece of meat than an artist. In the new film, which was released on May 2nd, he plays a teen pop sensation who falls in love with an older woman, a role that draws parallels to heartthrobs like Harry Styles. The movie delves into the idea of fans feeling entitled to their favorite artists, particularly those in boy bands like Galitzine's character.

Being sexualized and idealized is an inevitable part of being a celebrity, but The Idea of You raises questions about what happens when that line between fandom and obsession is crossed. In many ways, Galitzine's character's experience as a sex symbol mirrors his own.

During the interview, Galitzine admitted, "I sometimes feel like a piece of meat." It's not hard to see why, as a quick scroll through social media reveals that he's become the internet's newest boyfriend, with countless fan accounts dedicated to everything Nicholas.

When asked about playing a character whose desirability is such a large part of his identity, Galitzine's response was, "I think the most important thing to me is that I'm taken seriously as a performer."

However, this isn't the first time Galitzine has been in the spotlight for his sex appeal. In 2023, he rose to heartthrob status with his role in Red, White & Royal Blue, where he played a gay man. Since then, fans of all sexualities have been lusting after him.

But Galitzine cautioned against drawing too many comparisons between himself and the characters he plays. "I identify as a straight man, but I have been a part of some incredible queer stories," he said. He also expressed uncertainty about potentially taking up space in the LGBTQ+ community and feeling a sense of guilt. At the same time, he believes that these characters are more than just their sexuality.

"I am Nick, and I'm not my role," Galitzine emphasized. He also made it clear that while his character in The Idea of You may draw inspiration from Harry Styles, it's important not to draw direct parallels to the real-life musician. "I think it's very important that we don't draw too much of a comparison to him because [Harry Styles] is a real person, within both the music industry and the film industry," he explained.

Despite his concerns about being reduced to his sex appeal, Galitzine also believes that steamy movie moments, such as sex scenes, can be important for character development. "I think you can gain a lot of insight into [characters] at their most primal, their most emotionally and physically vulnerable," he stated. "So, yeah, I'm all for the sex scene."

In a separate interview, Galitzine was asked about other things he's stolen, to which he joked, "The nation's hearts." It's clear that his charm and talent have won over fans and critics alike.

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