Gwyneth Paltrow, an Oscar, Emmy, and Golden Globe award-winning actress, is also the founder and CEO of the lifestyle company Goop. Paltrow recently appeared on The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast to discuss her career and current projects.
A Return to the Screen
Paltrow rose to prominence in the 1990s and 2000s with roles in films such as Se7en, Emma, Shakespeare in Love, The Talented Mr. Ripley, The Royal Tenenbaums, Sylvia, Proof, and Iron Man. At one point, the New York Times described her as “the best young American actor in Hollywood.”
In 2008, Paltrow launched Goop as a free newsletter, which evolved into a cultural phenomenon valued at $433 million in 2020. After focusing on her business ventures, she returned to acting in 2025, starring alongside Timothée Chalamet in Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme.
Reflections on Career and Industry
The conversation, held at the Maybourne Beverly Hills hotel, covered Paltrow’s path to becoming an actress, her experiences as “the First Lady of Miramax” under Harvey Weinstein, and her collaborations with filmmakers including David Fincher, Paul Thomas Anderson, Alfonso Cuarón, and Wes Anderson. She also discussed her disillusionment with Hollywood and the factors that drew her back to acting for Marty Supreme.
Paltrow also addressed her public image and whether she intends to continue acting or return to retirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What films helped launch Gwyneth Paltrow’s career?
Paltrow first gained recognition in films such as 1995’s Se7en, 1996’s Emma, 1998’s Shakespeare in Love, 1999’s The Talented Mr. Ripley, 2001’s The Royal Tenenbaums, 2003’s Sylvia, 2005’s Proof and 2008’s Iron Man.
When did Gwyneth Paltrow start Goop?
Paltrow started Goop in 2008 as a free newsletter.
What is Paltrow’s most recent film role?
Paltrow stars in the 2025 film Marty Supreme, alongside Timothée Chalamet.
As Paltrow navigates her evolving career, will her experiences in both business and acting continue to inform her future choices?
