Christina Ricci: I was a bit of a party animal

IANS June 19, 2025 361 views

Christina Ricci candidly discussed her teenage years as a "party animal" on Andy Cohen Live, highlighting the six years from ages 16 to 21. Despite her wild phase, Ricci credits her publicist for maintaining her public image amidst tabloid scrutiny. She also reflected on the pressures of early acting, particularly disliking fittings and camera-test days. Ultimately, Ricci expressed gratitude for the entertainment industry, which she feels provided her an escape and validation during a challenging upbringing.

"The film industry, it sort of rescued me from a childhood that was not very nice." - Christina Ricci
Christina Ricci: I was a bit of a party animal
Los Angeles, June 19: Hollywood star Christina Ricci has talked about her teenage years and said that she was a “bit of a party animal”.

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Christina Ricci shares teenage party lifestyle on Andy Cohen Live

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Publicist protected her public image during tabloid years

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Ricci discusses challenging aspects of early acting career

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Entertainment industry provided her safety and validation

Speaking on the latest episode of Andy Cohen Live, the 45-year-old star shared: "There was a period of six years, (from) 16 to 21, when I was a bit of a party animal. But then, you know, that's not really bad - to be in your house binge-watching television by the time you're 21, with dogs."

Ricci recalled that her "wonderful publicist" managed to limit the damage to her public image, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

The Hollywood star, who first found fame as a child actress, saied: "I mean, I was in (the tabloids) a lot, but kept me out of the bulk and the most damaging ones."

Ricci actually hated certain aspects of acting during her younger years. She feels fortunate that nothing "horrible" ever happened to her as an up-and-coming actress.

Speaking to Variety, she explained: "I hated fittings and I hated camera-test days because I knew those were the days when everyone would look at me and talk about what was wrong with me, with my appearance and what they needed to fix. 'We can't ever shoot her from this side.' Those kinds of things growing up I did not enjoy. I remember just dreading those days.

"But I didn't have anything horrible happen to me really. The little kind of developmental things and problems I was taught that weren't healthy for me, I have been able to sort of work through and get through."

Ricci now believes she was actually "rescued" by the entertainment industry.

The actress said: "The film industry, it sort of rescued me from a childhood that was not very nice and a family that was not very safe."

"So to be able to escape and do this thing where I was totally safe when I was getting validation from adults, and it was based on a skill that I had that was special, I think really, really saved me."

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Priya K.
It's refreshing to hear celebrities talk about their struggles so openly. In India, we rarely see our stars admit to partying phases - everyone pretends to be perfect saints! 😄 Christina's honesty about industry pressures is relatable, though our Bollywood actresses face much worse scrutiny about looks.
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Rahul S.
Interesting perspective - in the West they call it "party animal phase", in India parents would call it "bad company" and arrange emergency marriage! Jokes aside, glad she found stability. The entertainment industry can be brutal anywhere - whether Hollywood or Bollywood.
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Ananya M.
Her comments about camera tests breaking her confidence hit hard. Indian actresses go through the same - constant remarks about skin tone, weight, nose shape... Why can't talent be enough? 😔 Though I appreciate she acknowledges her privilege too - many child stars aren't this lucky.
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Vikram J.
While her story is interesting, I wish Indian media would focus more on our own stars' journeys rather than Hollywood gossip. We have so many talented actors who overcame struggles - but their stories rarely get this kind of platform. Just saying!
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Shreya P.
The part about being "rescued" by the industry is so powerful! Many Indian child stars like Sridevi ji also found escape through films. But the pressure is double here - you have to balance family expectations AND industry demands. Christina's journey gives hope that rough phases can lead to better days 🌸

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