Ep 55. Tippi Hedren On Hitchcock, Melanie Griffith, & Hollywood Today
- TV14
- November 28, 2016
- 1500 min
In season 5 episode 55 of Larry King Now, Hollywood icon Tippi Hedren joins the legendary talk show host to discuss her career, her personal experiences working with Alfred Hitchcock, and her thoughts on the current state of the entertainment industry.
Hedren, most famous for her iconic roles in Hitchcock's "The Birds" and "Marnie," opens up to King about her complicated relationship with the legendary director. She speaks candidly about his often controlling behavior on set, his infatuation with her, and the emotional toll that their working relationship took on her personal life.
Throughout the interview, Hedren also reflects on her daughter Melanie Griffith's successful acting career and how she raised her children while navigating the demands of Hollywood. She shares stories of working with fellow icons such as Charlie Chaplin, Marlon Brando, and Sean Connery, and candidly talks about the highs and lows of her six-decade career in the industry.
In addition to discussing her past experiences, Hedren also gives her thoughts on the current state of Hollywood and the #MeToo movement. She speaks frankly about the pervasiveness of sexual harassment and abuse in the industry throughout her career and reflects on the progress that has been made in recent years.
Throughout the episode, King keeps the conversation flowing with his signature interviewing style, digging deeper into Hedren's past experiences and eliciting thoughtful insights from his guest. Fans of classic Hollywood and film buffs alike will enjoy this insightful and engaging interview with one of the industry's most iconic figures.