Zoe Kravitz covers one of the covers for the December issue of GQ, the Man of the Year issue. She’s GQ’s woman of the year, following the success of The Batman and her foray into directing, with P-ssy Island coming out next year. GQ kind of glosses over the fact that Zoe was ripped apart online after she got huffy about the Oscars slap – she basically went dark on social media for several months afterwards and “went away” for a bit, now she’s back on her bullsh-t. She does talk about her still-on relationship with Channing Tatum, and during the interview, she wore a “mammoth emerald pinkie ring” which was given to her by “Chan.” You can read the GQ piece here. Some highlights:
Playing Rob in Hulu’s ‘High Fidelity’ series: “What was interesting is I had to really fight the producers in a lot of ways to let me be as toxic as she was. They really wanted to dull things down. Even at the end of episode two, when I screamed, ‘What f–king Lily girl?’ they were like, ‘Can you be less angry?’ Or when I fantasized about beating the sh-t out of Lily, they were like, ‘It’s so violent.’ They wanted it to be this cute, likable version of this piece-of-sh-t character. The point was to show that women could be pieces of sh-t too.”
When ‘High Fidelity’ was canceled: “If you make something and no one liked it and it’s not good, then it makes sense. But when people connect to it, it’s sad. I felt really out of control.” Kravitz has long been plagued by a fear that the phones will stop ringing and she’ll never work again, which didn’t help matters after the show’s cancellation. “My agent thinks I’m insane. But I cannot shake that.”
On ‘nepo babies’: “It’s completely normal for people to be in the family business. It’s literally where last names came from. You were a blacksmith if your family was, like, the Black family.”
While filming ‘The Batman’ in London, she spent time with Taylor Swift: “She was my pod. She was a very important part of being in London, just having a friend that I could see and that would make me home-cooked meals and dinner on my birthday.”
While she plays Catwoman, she’s a dog person: “I think cats are bitchy and complicated and difficult, and I’m totally like that as a person. I don’t want to deal with myself, basically.”
She’s barely on social media anymore: “I definitely have a foot-in-mouth situation. And I shouldn’t always say what I think in the moment, especially because you don’t always think those things forever.”
Turning 30: “There’s something romantic and exciting about being like, Oh, I’m an adult. I stay home and cook now. I bake bread. Then I think you do that for a couple years and you realize there’s still a lot of life to be had. I’m done romanticizing the ‘old is domestic’ thing. It’s cute for a minute and then it’s not.”Her 18-month marriage to Karl Glusman: “I just learned to think about who I am and what I want. You meet someone who’s amazing and wants to marry you, and there’s nothing wrong with that. If there’s nothing wrong, then why wouldn’t you do it? You love them and that’s what you do. It’s a hard question to ask yourself: ‘Maybe I don’t want the thing that I’m supposed to want, a marriage, children, any of it. I don’t know if I want that at all.’ That’s an uncomfortable question, especially for a woman to ask herself.”
On Channing Tatum: “He’s just a wonderful human. He makes me laugh and we both really love art and talking about art and the exploration of why we do what we do. We love to watch a film and break it down and talk about it and challenge each other… [on the set of P-ssy Island] Whether it was making me tea or pouring me a drink or going to whip someone into shape or whatever—he really was my protector and it was really wonderful and sweet… I think if you can do something like that together, it’s a good test. And we came out even stronger.”
I really like her answer on the Karl Glusman question – she loved him, he loved her, he proposed, they had the big wedding and then after all that, Zoe was like “is this actually what I want?” People are allowed to change their minds! Sometimes what you want at 25 isn’t what you want at 32, or 40 or 50. You’re also allowed to get out of a marriage for any reason whatsoever. That being said, I’ve always sort of felt like there was some overlap between the end of her marriage and the start of her thing with Channing. As for cats… cats are amazing. Cats are not inherently bitchy, although some cats are definitely a–holes.
Cover & IG courtesy of GQ.
Cats are bitchy!!
@smile There’s no such thing as “ cats are uniformly this way or that way”. They are creatures with different personalities and experiences. Negatively stereotyping animals isnt cool. Particularly when said animals are less likely to be adopted and more likely to be abused due to negative stereotyping and myths that literally derive from the Middle Ages…
Cats are scary. I run away from them.
Yes this, she sounds pretty ignorant on cats and she clearly doesn’t have experience with them. They can be quirky but that’s why I love about them, you never know what kind of wonderful weirdness you’ll get. I’ve only had one “bitchy” cat my entire life, and I’ve had a lot in my 41 years, but she loved me! Lol.
Dogs can also tear people apart in an instant but they don’t get called killers in general, they are “man’s best friend”.
^^ Exactly @Pilar, and @Jessica. Cats in general, despite having similar, cat-like behaviors, all have distinct personalities. It’s a lot about how they are treated by humans. If loved, they give love. If they’ve previously been abused, it’s harder to win their trust. I’ve known a number of cats in my life, each one unique and special. If you don’t truly pay attention to them, they won’t pay much attention to you, aside from accepting having their basic needs met.
Some cats are shy, some are aggressive, some are chill, most can be the best friends you ever had, if you actually give them love and don’t treat them like the generic stereotypes spewed about cats.
My kid was begging for cats, we went down to the county shelter and he picked two out, one was a barely adult and down to 5 pounds on admission (!) and one was an adult at 7 pounds w cut whiskers, a tail that wasn’t quite right, and an anxiety disorder.
I asked him why he wanted that one and he said “I felt the connection.”
Those cats love that kid and I’m grateful to the shelter for housing them long enough for us to get them. They purr like chain saws on idle and think Fancy Feast is the best thing money can buy.
He says he’d like 3000 of them, eventually…..
Well. A cat person definitely approved her cover so….
She hasn’t met my two who are the most laid back, affectionate bundles of fur out.
Mine too. She’s the cuddliest, most affectionate and adorable fur baby. Nothing bitchy about her at all.
Out of my 3, only one is bitchy, complicated and difficult. But these generalisations always annoy me a bit as our dog was like that too. Why not going for “I like dogs more than cats” at that point…
On the nepotism question she also completely misses the point…
Not a good interview…
I mean, that’s why I love cats. That and all the love.
Internalised misogyny projected onto a poor domestic animal.
Well that’s another way of doing it, I guess.
That’s what I read into it too. Cats aren’t “girls” and dogs aren’t chill laid back “boys.” All animals have their own unique personalities.
Yuuuuup.
All that money and she still hasn’t done enough therapy to unpack that ish.
It’s furthering my dislike of her, she seems like a mean high school girl.
This right here.
Men often say they dislike cats because they’re independent, mean, etc. the word pssy is used in a derogatory way. They see cats as feminine and that’s a problem for them.
Zoe saying it is sad. She just used a bunch of adjectives often used to describe women, including several of her professional peers.
Love this answer Aunt Augusta! If you raise the cat from a kitten and show it, lots of affection, it will still have a personality but be a good pet. That said I adopted one off of my driveway last year, and she is amazing, so affectionate and adorable. I would say that the person who thinks cats are bitchy is just projecting her literal bitchiness.
^^ Awww, a friend for life. That’s cool you adopted her. She’s grateful. Quite often, stray cats choose their people. They have that extra sense. Animals can sense a lot about humans.
I once fostered a senior cat, who eventually got the perfect forever home. I would have kept her, but I had too many other cats at the time who weren’t going to accept her. Anyway, I’ll never forget how big, pretty, and sweet she was. Most cats will balk when you try to clip their claws, even if they know you and love you. This sweetheart, who I’d been taking care of for just a few days, looked me lovingly in the eyes and gratefully gave me her paws. She sat patiently and trustingly while I trimmed each claw. I was completely amazed. That was freaking rare!
I don’t know. I’ve always been a dog person. After my two current dogs, if I get another pet, it will be a cat. Dogs aren’t bitchy, but they are needy. Needy, bed-hogging, hot animals.
I had two dogs, both of whom lived long lives and passed within the last few years. I love dogs. My own were great, but I don’t think I ever want another one. They really do just need too much. That’s how they are, and it’s fine, but I don’t want to do it again. It’s like raising kids.
My cat on the other hand only needs my presence (sometimes), occasionally my lap, and some food. She is kind of parsimonious with her affection. She’ll sometimes jump off the bed and walk away when my husband comes into the room, just to show him she doesn’t need him. And I love her for that.
Anyway, Zoe sounds like….a lot. And she owns it, which I guess is good, but maybe she’s a little too proud of it? I don’t know. I don’t find “I’m so difficult and prickly!” to be refreshing.
Cats and dogs are all unique. One of the differences is in the type and level of care required for cats vs dogs. With dogs, understanding the breed/ mixture of breed characteristics, is crucial. Most animals will get away with whatever you allow them to get away with. They usually have to be firmly trained to not jump onto beds. It’s really hard to train dogs to sleep in their own dog bed.
Your cat sounds sweet. She’s probably picking up on the vibes she is sensing from you. Cats are smart that way. 😺
She looks like a clown with that hair color and I’m not surprised she likes dogs more. Dogs require less effort to love you and cats are complicated. Her entire vibe is ‘meh’.
“She looks like a clown.” Please please think about the type of world you want to continue living in when you make comments about someone’s appearance.
I don’t get the community here. At times we seem to rally around women and we are supportive of them at certain times—yet it’s okay to shit on Kravitz’ appearance because we don’t like some of the things she said in her article?
we rally around a couple of women – the rest we rip to shreds – but you are correct and I will keep my thoughts on the open mouth stare pose to myself.
I must be missing something here? Hair is easily changed. It’s not like littlegossipboy said anything about her body or something like that. Most likely this was a hair design choice for the cover anyway. I’m sure someone else made the decision for it. If she were running errands that would be different.
@Meg the wig is awful.. No one commented on her natural hair or her natural looks.
I agree. For God’s sake. People talk about peoples looks here all of the time. It’s like certain people we can make comments about and others are off limits
I love cats – always have, always will! My two are super affectionate, one a mischievous scamp and the other sedate and gentle.
Re: nepo babies, not sure the blacksmith comparison works?? If blacksmiths got paid millions to do a not-very-helpful job, then sure!
Right. I wish she would have included some acknowledgement of the privilege that comes along with being a nepo baby.
Yeah she answered that while missing the point… my father was a factory worker, my mum a seamstress… my brother and I chose jobs completely different because there were no advantages in following in their steps.
Your cats sound like my two. Plus, my one knows when I need some extra love and will come sit by me.
people who say things like that about cats are revealing who *they* are… and that they can’t be arsed to meet the cat where the cat is. cats aren’t terribly complicated, but they don’t just fall all over themseles to be liked the way dogs do. cats can be very loving and devoted, but you have to earn it.
Exactly this.
You don’t have to put down another animal to bring up another just because of a lame opinion said by some actress . Every animal is unique & complicated. My dogs don’t fall all over themselves to be loved..they come to me when they see them treats lol. I know they love me though. I’m not a cat person but won’t bring up the silly stereotypes to hype dogs.
Appreciate animals for who they are.
no, L. I am not criticizing dogs. that’s just how (most) dogs temperamentally are. it’s easy to get most dogs to like you. cats require finesse. and people who categorically slag off cats don’t have the first idea of how to connect with them. personally, I won’t date anyone who irrationally dislikes cats. they are probably bad in bed.
ya gal Zoe is the one putting down an entire category of animals, not me. I love dogs. they are too high maintenance for me to have one, but they’re fantastic animals and make wonderful family members. so don’t put that on me, bb.
I’m just fed up with people dragging cats for no reason. Zoe is an idiot and this is a bad take.
^^ Exactly @SomeChick, ITA with the distinctions you are making, based on your personal experiences. I love cats and dogs. People need to understand the unique requirements and responsibilities they are undertaking whenever they welcome any variety of pet species into their home, including birds and fish!
+1,000,000
@somechick: first off not your bb, thanks. Second noted.. but I feel the same way about some cat people & how they put down dogs, it’s so annoying. I see most of that on twitter though & wonder why people can’t just respect the animals for who they are & respect peoples preferences. IMO cats are more high maintenance, my daughter feels the opposite & that’s ok. Anyway ✌️
People like doga because doga want to please humans. Many cats just want us to leave the alone most of the time and somehow people can’t understand that. People come to my house and they just can’t keep themselves from bothering one of my cats, even though he clearly doesn’t want it. Those are adults and I can’t drum into their heads “leave the cat alone”. and when he hits them with his tiny foot they act insulted 😀 the problem is with people, not cats. They are just different than dogs, so why constant comparison?
People who actively hate cats and make that their personality seem to struggle with understanding consent and not being worshipped.
Also cats are less likely to be adopted and this doesn’t help.
Yes. My boyfriend (we live in separate houses) has a hyperactive dog and he simply doesn’t seem to understand cats, although he likes them. He pets my cat too rough! His dog might like having his fur messed up but my cat clearly doesn’t. If my cat doesn’t swipe at him first, I do. I slap his hand away and I tell him that he deserved to get slapped. I think people who don’t understand cats are not good at understanding consent. Cats are not complicated at all.
Does your cat give people skippity-paps? I love that.
Yeah, you have to let cats warm up to you. If they do, great, if not, that’s not on them. My son and husband get a little put out that our cat doesn’t cuddle with them the way she does with me. They got too used to the easy affection from our two (now passed) dogs. They don’t get that sometimes you have to just let the cat sleep UNDER your bed for three days before she’ll want to come up and sleep next to or on top of you. Sleep under the bed and occasionally come stare at you while you sleep…..
@Annel yes he does! And he is nice enough to hide his paws but it’s only me who appreciate that!
My husband and I get happy skippity-paps every morning when we get up and get our little guy his breakfast — he gets so excited he can’t contain himself! And he never uses his claws. After than he gets all mushy and purry.
^^ Thanks @Annel! That’s a perfect description of how some cats take the measure of humans first, and we must win their trust. 👍😺
Yes! Cats have personalities just like humans and dogs some cats are very friendly and others just wants to be left alone some are moody and some a bundle of sunshine. Most of the time bad behaviour is play aggression ( a lot of people don’t play with their cats and keep them indoor and then wonder why they attack stuff/ they are hunters it’s like wtf do you expect) or misunderstandings like over stimulation unless we are talking about traumatised cats. Also dogs were integrated into human household long before cats, literally thousands of years prior and have built their survival instinct on pleasing humans.
What annoys me is that Cats were burnt with witches in the Middle Ages so a lot of the negative connotations around cats derives from the Middle Ages and a number of people who should know better literally keep old medieval myths alive like cats are inherently evil or bad.
The fact is that cats are the most abused pets in the world according to animal welfare organisations and a main reason for that is people keep negative myths about them alive and that somehow makes certain people think it’s ok to abuse them because they are “assholes/ evil”when they are literally just hunters that a lot of humans keep locked inside with zero stimulation. At least people take their dogs for a walk.
The irony is that its dogs that kill humans statistically and are dangerous for humans not cats.
I guess its hard for some people to understand why you would want an animal in your house that doesn’t want interaction. I grew up with cats and i love them but i understand why people would choose a pack animal pet and not one that detests interaction with strangers and spends most of the time under the bed. Maybe im just jealous hahaha
My cat follows me around all day, waits for us by the door I f we leave, wants to snuggle if you go to bed, and chirrups and warbles when you talk to him.
Just saying, the idea that cats aren’t loving, sweet, or affectionate isn’t overly accurate.
The big difference is that cats aren’t ‘obedient’.
Again, that’s a pretty broad generalisation. Also grew up with cats and never had a cat that spent all day under a bed or refused interaction with people, most of them has been curious to the point where it’s kinda hilarious and very entertaining. Only cat that hid under a bed for weeks I have come into contact with was a traumatised kitten that my friend was fostering from a local animal shelter.
^^ Yep @Detritus. It’s very difficult to train cats to obey. Dogs are less difficult to train. Cats must be given other reasons to obey aside from simply pleasing their human. 😸
Still can’t stand this woman. Floating through life based on connections alone
I agree. She’s so far up her own arse she can see daylight.
LMAO! I have to agree with you on this one!
Yeah! Not too sure I would have known about her otherwise.
I don’t understand why some dog people so often feel the need to trash cats. Just talk about why you love dogs, sheesh. Everything isn’t for everyone, but it’s honestly rude to insult other people’s pet choices. By contrast, cat people rarely bring up dogs or dog people unprompted.
This right here! My husband says this and it is so true! Just say you like dogs, no need to smear cats.
Also, all these interviews with “nepo babies” has brought a glaring spotlight to the fact that most of them are not very smart.
“You were a blacksmith if your family was, like, the Black family.”
REALLY?? Being a blacksmith is actually a skill that people had for centuries…and nothing to do with how the person looked?? And there are so many movies where a blacksmith is actually banging away at horseshoes or metal . . .come on. . .like how insulated is the nepo kids bubble? This is pretty basic stuff. All of these ridiculous comments when they try to sound so hip and educated (Lily Depp/Brooklyn Beckham etc…) makes me think…did you even graduate from High School (or equivalent)?
And vice versa.
Same here – I’m a cat person, have always had them, have 2 now. I also love dogs. I don’t get the need to compare and trash one or the other.
Used to love her and thought she was level headed and cool but recent stuff she said leaves a lot to be desired.
Her answer on nepo babies is not were it’s at. She’s been a so called it girl for 15 years despite being a very limited actress. She’s been given opportunity after opportunity in big movies.She is most definitely benefitting from nepotism in a big way. And her whataboutism answer is crap. If you were a blacksmith you learned a craft. If you are a doctor you go to school for 5-6years first. You don’t just start operating on people at 16 years old because of who your parents like a nepo baby actor ( see Zoe herself and lily rose depp).
Also between dissing cats and dating Channing Tatum she is just not that cool anymore.
I’ve often found cats to be a reflection of their owners. She doesn’t like cats because they have mirrored her personality back to her, and she sucks, so therefore they must suck. And if your agent thinks you’re insane, we’ll, girl, you told on yourself again.
I’ve never really had an opinion about her but after reading the highlights I think she’s OK. Except for the cat part. My cat is a difficult and demanding megabitch and I love her SO MUCH.
Can we talk about how she said if your last name is black smith that meant you are the Black family?! Lol no baby girl, it meant that your family occupation was that of a blacksmith.
She definitely likes the sound of her own voice.
Thats not what she said.
That’s literally the quote.
“It’s completely normal for people to be in the family business. It’s literally where last names came from. You were a blacksmith if your family was, like, the Black family.”
She may have meant blacksmith, but what she said was Black family.
@Levans said:
“Can we talk about how she said if your last name is black smith…….”
She. Literally. Never. Said. That.
That’s not how it works. Just because your family was the Black family (capitalization implies she is discussing race), it does NOT mean that you or anyone in your family was a blacksmith.
Either way you read the sentence it doesn’t make sense. She is conflating race, occupation and surnames.
Black was capitalized because it’s a proper noun not because she was talking about race.
Even so Kebbie, that is still not how it works! Being from the Black family doesn’t dictate that you were a blacksmith.
Seems like some people’s family name should be Dense. That would be one large dynasty. Lmao.
She sounds like a taker. All those things she lists that Chan does for her………what des she do for him? People who are in love, love to talk about what they love to do for their partner…..its like talking about it gives tem another opp to relish the doing of it. But not this 30-yr-old.
Also, her first husband: he loves her/he proposes. That makes her feel good I guess so she accepts. Then the work of making a marriage work begins and she finds that uninteresting or too much work so………..the marriage ends.
As soon as she and Chan start to repeat themselves about art and dissecting movies and etc, that rel will end too.
I noticed that too, same with Taylor. Everyone getting mentioned because of what they do for her. Meanwhile she had a crack at a similar kind of domesticity and quit it ASAP.
I noticed that as well, it’s all what people did for her. Maybe it’s just an unfortunate coincidence, or maybe that’s how she is. Who knows.
I used to like her a lot but it’s waning now. I do appreciate that she realized she doesn’t have to say everything she’s thinking at the moment, and that thoughts on things can change.
I have always had cats and yes some are as she says but they can be affectionate. Have always wanted a dog devoted to me but I am not waking up at 6 AM to walk him/her and pick up their poop. NOPE.
And I have heard that people who love dogs like to control so they go for dogs – while cat people are the opposite. I don’t know if it’s true but since I am a cat person, I’ll go with it. Even though I am told I am a Type A Control freak . HAHHAHA.
Cats usually get bitchy when you don’t respect their space. But if you can respect them and not expect obedience, they will be great companions.
A lot of people can’t accept that cats form the relationship on their terms, not yours.
Also feeding them tends to bring them to your side.
I sometimes force my cat to interact with me – but i have loved both my rescues no matter how antisocial they may have been or are.
I agree it’s probably about control and the fact that cats still have part of the wild in them. If you’ve ever seen a cat stalking prey you know what I mean. And of course they domesticated themselves because humans are a source of food. I never trust someone who doesn’t like cats.
People like this are so insufferable. Animals have a wide range of behaviors and emotions. It’s fine if you think caring for a dog is more in tune with your personality. Me, I like cats and their ways, and I don’t have the space for a dog, but I love both species. My cat is just like a puppy – I can rub his belly all day and he’ll never make an objection, lol.
Wow. Clearly she attended JLo’s Thirsty Girl School of Facial Posing. Valedictorian too, I’d say. 🙄
Also, I am a lifelong cat person too. Cats take work every single day in order to reach their full potential; lazy people whom I’ve known all say the same thing as Zoe just did. 🤷
I never got the love for this young woman and thought I was being unreasonable because of the accolades she received but NOPE, I was right. She’s not interesting and maybe a tad dumb. She is definitely self involved and loves to hear herself talk. Boring.
The more she talks the dumber she seems…
People only liked her for her surgically enhanced facial features and bunch of famous white guys she dated (they were vicariously living through her I guess). I’ve never seen anyone praise her acting or personality.
I wish they would recast her as Catwoman and bring in someone who actually deserves the role.
She indeed just described herself, not cats -although some may be like that.
In my experience, people who don’t like cats have never had cats. My dog passed away many years ago and it broke my heart so much I decided to get a cat because I thought I would never get as attached to a cat. Of course I did and I have never owned a dog since and I never will.
Does she dislike cats because they remind them of herself?
Also love the terrible response to the nepo baby question. We all know she wouldn’t be where she was without her parents. She is not a great actress and has the same open mouthed expression all the time. I am still surprised she’s been dating Channing Tatum this long. I didn’t think he would hold her interest.
And not surprised she didn’t want to admit how Black Twitter gathered her after the slap and we all found out how she really feels about Black publications and press. She’s awful.
she gets work because she bought that face to look like her mother, who is and always will be an absolute original goddess.
If I were her agent I’d tell her to never give another interview or do anything on social media other than post photos. She could play mysterious woman and everyone would think there was a lot more going on than this nepo baby privilege who can afford to buy into patriarchy because it benefits her right now.
as someone who married into a Smith family I feel like I missed my calling — here I am drinking coffee when I should be out shoeing a horse. I really want to hear those deep, intellectual conversations dissecting art.
Oh how I laughed at this! So much so it disturbed the adolescent kitten with her head on my shoulder.
My last name is Bunch…I wonder what my nepo occupation would be??
Interesting how people use the same words to describe cats as men often use to describe women “bitchy, complicated and difficult”. Just because cats aka women don’t bow down to their every need and wish.
There’s also that cultural association of them with women too. And how they use the “cat” trope to make fun of single women…
Another nepo baby misses the entire, simple point. And about cats, when it comes to being “bitchy and difficult and complicated,” maybe Zoe’s inaccurately projecting her own qualities onto an entire species
Says Catwoman!
LOL. I didn’t even think about that!
Like people, some cats are bitchy, others are sweet. Which type is she?
Only boring person hate cats.
Sorry to all the cat people but they aren’t for me either. I wouldn’t say all cats are bitches but a lot, enough of the ones I’ve known, are vindictive aholes. I’ve stepped in enough cat vomit and had them pee on my clothes enough to know it’s out of spite. Dogs can be jerks too but you don’t really need to work to earn their affection, or, more importantly, stay in their good graces.
I’m also allergic to cats so my opinions on them are basically null. No offense meant to cat people, I get why y’all like them they just aren’t for me.
Lol it’s not out of spite, cats don’t pee or vomit out of spite. What on earth?!
If cats are vomiting and peeing on your things it’s up to you (or the owner) to adjust their diet and work on the reason why they might want to pee, usually stress or feeling threatened. It’s a message of distress and it requires empathy instead of blame. I wish more people would take the time to understand cats like they do with dog training and obedience, everyone would be happier.
^^ Thank you @Ange for explaining that so insightfully and politely. You did a better job than I could have. 👍
Zoe Kravitz is the current leader of the Nepo baby crowd, IMO.
D-list actor/model of famous and more talented parents.
Now gathering attention by giving deep thoughts regarding household pets.
Nope.
Goodness she is dull in so many interviews.
Companion animals of every variety are lovely. And their humans love them.
We normally hate things reminding us of things we don’t like about ourselves lol.
Cats are so individual–it’s probably my favorite thing about them. My older cat is sweet, demanding, sometimes a jerk & sometimes just wants to be toted around in your arms while purring & rubbing his face on yours. My younger cat is a playful purr monster who has never hissed or growled, even when scared. We just learned last week that he has terminal cancer. Even at age 14 after a very good life, that is a huge bummer.
I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope you will still have a lot of good time left with him…and much love to both of you.
Thanks for that. Fortunately, *he* doesn’t know about his diagnosis, so we’re treasuring our time with him. And he gets all the love & treats he wants so he probably thinks he won the lottery.
Sorry, Zoë. You spot it, you got it 🤷♀️
I mean, she’s right about people being in the family business. But that’s not quite the issue when it comes to nepo baby pushback. Lily Allen had some interesting things to say about nepo babies…how when you’re young, you’re often so focused on your own traumas (and kids who grow up with Hollywood parents who tend to be completely self-absorbed have plenty) that it’s hard to see how you’re privileged.
I think the issue of nepo babies came to the fore not because society thinks they shouldn’t exist. There will always be family businesses. I think it was after a barrage of interviews with nepo babies — who often aren’t the most deserving of the coverage — saying they work as hard as anybody else. It’s the lack of awareness that frustrated other people, esp models (a very international industry), who replied by essentially saying “you can’t compare your position to ours. You have lots of privilege from where we stand, yet you’re unaware of it and insisting that we all face the same challenges…and ‘hard work’ is what determines who succeeds.” And they’re right, of course. Meritocracy is a myth and nepo babies should be the last to perpetuate it.
Problem (or issue) identification is a learned skill. I find a lot of people just…don’t develop it. The conversation wanders around and the real issue is lost as people weigh in on tangential elements that were never the real issue in the first place.
I am both a dog and a cat person. I have and have had both during my entire adult life. If I could have only one or the other, I would choose cats. Both cats and dogs can be wonderfully affectionate, and both can be jerks. Sometimes they can be both. They all have unique personalities, just like people.
What angers me is that some people who hate cats will hurt them and feel justified. Comments like hers just fuel the fire of cruelty.
My cat, Spike, is a grade A world class Olympic level Ahole. And he’s proud of it. And I love him for it! Cats, like dogs and other pets, come in all shapes, sizes and personalities.
I’ve watched the Kitten Bowl every year and I haven’t seen one primadonna fit. Just saying.
My cats * can * be all of those things – and I’d still die for them. 😂
The more she talks the less I like her. She comes off as a person who isn’t particularly bright but thinks she is.
Yeah, she’s the bitchy.
I have a fridge magnet that says “Women and cats do as they please. Men and dogs should just relax and get used to it”. Maybe Zoe should just relax too instead of being so try-hard.
My cats rule zoe!!!
I had a small dog who was bitchy with an attitude so such stereotype should not be for cats alone
She wants to be deep SO bad. But she’s basic and annoying.
I don’t understands putting down animals. Personally, I love all animals and they are all different. Right now I have dogs and horses. I would love a sweet kitty, but I don’t like litter boxes and don’t feel it is safe to let a cat out in the city. On the farm, we have barn cats.
Not liking animals is a 100% dealbreaker for me.
Her Ridiculously effortlessly cool and chic parents must be so embarrassed that she turned out to be such a “Pick Me” … Dissing a traditionally female associated pet with traditionally misogynistic insults. Puts her straight in the line of the “pick me” male gaze. GAG ME W A SPOON
So much ‘pick me’ energy. I’m sure her parents don’t see any problem. They love her. But just wait for her film and all her feminist projections. She’s bound to put another foot in the mouth