Bold and Beautiful: Actress Emma Watson Opens Up in Stunning Vanity Fair Photoshoot and Shares Thoughts on Fame and Awards

Emma Watson is currently busy promoting the live action version of the beloved fairy tale Beauty And The Beast. In a recent photoshoot for Vanity Fair’s March issue, she proved she is a perfect fit for the role by posing topless in a tasteful and artistic image, only covered by a caged capelet. The 26-year-old actress, known for her strong feminist beliefs and activism, opened up about her experiences growing up in the public eye and her indifference towards winning an Oscar.

A vision: Emma Watson proved she slots perfectly into her title role as she posed for a stunning shoot in the March issue of Vanity Fair , in which she dazzled as she went topless in an artistic image while protecting her modesty with just a caged Burberry capelet

Emma Watson confidently embodied her role in the March issue of Vanity Fair, showcasing her beauty and daring side in a topless photo shoot. Donning a caged Burberry capelet to protect her modesty, Emma exuded elegance and sophistication in every frame.
The cover image captured Emma in a frothy white gown with punky hair, with the words ‘The Bewitching Emma Watson’ beside her, highlighting her captivating presence. In a bold move, she bared it all underneath the intricately caged capelet, pushing the boundaries of high fashion.
Complementing the capelet, Emma wore a high-waisted lace skirt from the same luxury brand, creating a muted yet striking ensemble for the dramatic shoot. Her edgy cropped hair, styled in bouncy curls with sheared sides, added a modern touch to her overall look.
With minimal makeup, Emma’s natural beauty shone through, emphasizing her stunning features in a truly mesmerizing fashion spread.

Social media backlash: Emma faced with social media backlash accusing her of being a 'hypocrite' for posing almost topless for Vanity Fair - but her fans have come back fighting in defence of the actress

Sizzling: The 26-year-old actress known for her role in Harry Potter recently discussed her views on being a celebrity, stating that she considers herself ‘too serious’ for the title. Known for her strong opinions, she once declared in 2009 that she would not undress for just anyone, a statement that may have caused some controversy among her fans. In an interview with the Mail on Sunday’s Live magazine when she was 18, she shared her thoughts on sexy photoshoots, emphasizing her belief in not letting others dictate her image. She expressed her perspective on sexiness, noting that she finds mystery more alluring than revealing everything. Emma Watson also mentioned that she would consider appearing nude in a film directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, but stressed that she would not do anything for the sake of shock value.

Getting deep: Emma, who soared to fame in 2001 playing Hermione Granger in Harry Potter, gave an extremely insightful interview to accompany her stunning shoot as she delved into the wild world of Hollywood and where she stands as a former child star

In a recent interview, Emma, known for her role as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter, opened up about her experience in Hollywood as a former child star. She shared that she would consider going nude for a Bertolucci film if it truly served her character, not just to distance herself from Hermione. Emma credited Beauty And The Beast as her true coming-of-age film, marking her transition from Hermione to Belle as a significant moment in her career.

A woman: It seems Beauty And The Beast has been Emma's true coming-of-age film, as she attributes the blockbuster, a live action remake of the 1991 cartoon, as becoming 'a woman' - from Hermione to Belle

Emma has revealed that Beauty And The Beast holds special significance for her, marking her transition into womanhood. She credits the live-action remake of the classic 1991 animated film for helping her evolve from her iconic role as Hermione to embodying Belle on screen.

It's a hit: The 1991 cartoon edition of the movie is one of the most famous animations of all time

Changing it up: Emma put her own touches on the movie when she scooped the role as Belle

Back in the day, she was known for her role in the animated classic Beauty and the Beast. Now, she’s busy promoting the live-action adaptation of the 1991 fairy tale.

The passionate advocate for women’s rights, who leverages her fame to champion female empowerment, confidently stated that Belle is ‘definitely a Disney princess, but she’s far from being a passive figure — she’s in control of her own future.’ Emma was adamant about putting her own stamp on Belle, transforming the beloved character from a bookish introvert to her inventor father’s helpful assistant. In this new version, Belle is busy creating a cutting-edge washing machine that allows her to indulge in her love for reading while the laundry gets done. When initial costume designs pictured Belle in ballet flats, Emma pushed for her to sport sturdy riding boots instead, insisting that they would be more fitting for her character’s active role in the bustling French village.

Now and then... Emma was an instant hit as she starred as Hermione Granger in the movie adaptions of wildly popular literary series

Every now and again… Emma Watson quickly became a fan favorite when she portrayed the character of Hermione Granger in the film adaptations of a beloved book series.

Her hero: Emma revealed that she showed the final cut of Beauty And The Beast to legendary feminist Gloria Steinem (pictured in 1997), who she revealed she was desperately seeking a seal of approval from so as to ensure her portrayal of Belle was true to women.

Emma sought the final approval of legendary feminist Gloria Steinem for her portrayal of Belle in Beauty And The Beast, more concerned about delivering a meaningful message through her work than winning an Oscar. She shared the film with her mother and Steinem, valuing their feedback over accolades like the Best Actress award won by Emma Stone at the recent Academy Awards for La La Land. Emma Watson, at just 26, has already built an impressive body of work with a focus on impact rather than personal achievements.

What Oscar? While she has determinedly created an impressive catalogue of work at just 26, it seems Emma contrasts to her peers in some ambitions as she admits to having no interest in winning an Oscar

Who needs an Oscar anyway? Even though she has already achieved a lot in her career at a young age, Emma stands out from her colleagues by revealing that she actually has no desire to win an Academy Award.

Emma Watson, currently promoting Beauty And The Beast, was reportedly offered the lead role in the Oscar-winning film La La Land but ultimately missed out due to being deemed ‘too demanding’. It was revealed by New York Post last month that Emma’s requirements, such as having rehearsals in London for a film set in Los Angeles, led to the role going to another actress. Despite efforts to accommodate her needs, Emma ultimately decided the film wasn’t the right fit for her. Raised in Paris until the age of five, Emma is the daughter of English lawyers Jacqueline Luesby and Chris Watson, who separated when she was young. Following their divorce, she split her time between living with her mother in Oxfordshire during the week and spending weekends in London with her father.

Could have been you? Emma claimed she did not care about winning an Oscar - after reportedly missing out on the role of Mia in La La Land, which won Emma Stone an Academy Award on Sunday

Did you ever wonder if it could have been you? Emma mentioned that she wasn’t bothered about winning an Oscar, even though there were rumors that she had been considered for the role of Mia in La La Land. The role ultimately went to Emma Stone, who took home the Academy Award on Sunday.

Happy times: Emma's mother is Jacqueline Luesby (pictured together at The Early Show in 2007), who she lived with in Oxfordshire on weekdays following the divorce

Daddy's girl: Emma would spend her weekends with her father Chris (pictured at The Early Show in 2009) in London. She admits books and reading helped forge a connection with the two

Emma is the daughter of English lawyers Jacqueline Luesby and Chris Watson, who split up when she was young. Following their separation, she lived with her mother in Oxfordshire during the week and spent weekends in London with her father. Despite the challenges she faced growing up on film sets, Emma excelled academically and found solace in books. Books served as a bridge between her and her father, creating cherished memories of him reading to her before bed, complete with different voices. They also provided her with a sense of connection to the outside world and her friends from school. As she grew older, books became an escape and a source of empowerment, a reliable friend in times of need. You can read more about her experiences in the upcoming March issue of Vanity Fair, available on newsstands on March 3rd.

The gang! The conscientious star achieved eight A* and two A grades while taking her GCSEs during Harry Potter filming (pictured with co-stars Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint (centre-right)

The group! The hardworking actress managed to score an impressive eight A* and two A grades while juggling her GCSEs alongside her filming commitments for Harry Potter. She was captured in a photo with her co-stars Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint (standing at the center-right).

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