Thandie Newton: My kids ignore my movie outfits

(Cover) - EN Movies - Thandie Newton’s children didn’t “bat an eyelid” when she came home in a film costume.

The British actress has two young daughters with director and producer Oliver Parker – Ripley, 11 and six-year-old Nico.

Thandie played National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice in 2008 drama W., which was based on the life and presidency of George W. Bush.

Thandie says her daughters weren’t fazed by her on-screen garb.

“They enjoyed W. I was at home one day in full make-up and my wig. They came back from school and didn’t bat an eyelid,” she laughed in an interview with BBC Breakfast.

Thandie has a strong performance background, having trained as a dancer before becoming an actress. The stunning star has revealed her youngest daughter is following in her footsteps.

“My six-year-old is a born entertainer. She entertains us till late into the night,” she revealed.

Thandie is currently appearing on stage in Death and the Maiden. The 38-year-old beauty says she was prepared for the challenge.

“It was about time!” she smiled when asked what prompted her to tackle a stage performance. “I’m ready for it. It takes a maturity. It’s taken this long to step up because it is such a step up. I tell you, it’s the best thing ever. I’m loving it.”

Thandie explained that being on stage in front of a live audience differs greatly to a performance on screen. However, she insists there are perks to both theatre and movies.

“There’s no second take, but there’s the next night and the next night,” she added.

“I’m a perfectionist so it will take me the whole three months. It’s extremely intense.”

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