At the 2024 Oscars, Jodie Foster, a two-time Academy Award winner, discussed her role in the film Nyad and reflected on her illustrious career. In an interview, she expressed her excitement about being at the event, reminiscing about her first win in 1989.

Foster shared her admiration for the filmmakers and the new faces she encountered at the Oscars. When asked about her enviable career, which includes two Oscars and roles in acclaimed projects like “True Detective,” Foster emphasized the importance of authenticity. “I think mostly just be yourself,” she advised, cautioning against trying to be someone else or conforming to harmful beauty standards. “I just am myself, that’s kind of all I do.”

Known for her strong sense of self, Foster revealed a humorous detail about where she keeps her Oscars. Initially, they were in the bathroom, but corrosion forced her to relocate them to a “nice place.” When jokingly asked if they had track lighting, she replied, “no track lighting sadly.”

The interview celebrated Foster’s enduring presence and influence in Hollywood, not only as a talented actress but also as a person who values authenticity and self-acceptance.