Come to London for the summer! It’s my home, but it’s also a terrifically exciting holiday destination, and can be catered to family, honeymooners, 50th Wedding anniversary, you name it… The list of things to do is... read more
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inspirations by Thandie Newton
I started reading the work of Pema Chodron 10…
I started reading the work of Pema Chodron 10 years ago. From the first time I read about the philosophy of Buddhism I knew that that was where my soul could find a home. I have never met Pema, but her writing is formative... read more
This Mothers Day I sent my Mum flowers, and w…
This Mothers Day I sent my Mum flowers, and when she received them she texted “…they made my day”. Your own Motherhood is beyond anything I could have been capable of. You tower over by miles. Celebrations”.... read more
Stella McCartney hosted a screening of “Food …
Stella McCartney hosted a screening of “Food Inc.” earlier this year, I had seen the movie in Los Angeles a few months ago and was delighted to attend again. I secretly hoped this brilliant documentary would win... read more
Beah Richards continues to be a deep inspirat…
Beah Richards continues to be a deep inspiration for me. I met Beah when I played her granddaughter in the movie ‘Beloved’. Her portrayal of Baby Suggs is breathtaking. Beah had been stricken with emphysema for a number... read more
Recently, I spent an evening with the human d…
Recently, I spent an evening with the human dynamo that is Lee Daniels. Lee directed the movie Precious, which came to our screens last year. And we are SO LUCKY that it did. A miracle of a movie. The performances are evisceratingly... read more
Okay… I am shot through with the potential …
Okay… I am shot through with the potential of being a vital, self loving woman. I have just read a book that I want to give every girl I know, I want to shout it from the rooftops. Eve Ensler’s “I Am an Emotional Creature”.... read more
I loved wearing this skir…
I loved wearing this skirt in “RocknRolla”. It was tailor made for me-so I hope it fits OK! I played a character called Stella who is independent, confident and drop-dead gorgeous. I hope you channel the same energy... read more
I had the great fortune o…
I had the great fortune of eating the delicious food of Domenica Fratelli, Oprah’s chef. I would eat 3 course meals, and feel light and terrific afterwards. She combines organic, seasonal ingredients in a way that aids (not... read more
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