Megan Fox has revealed the deep emotional turmoil she experienced at the start of her career. The actress spoke candidly at a recent Los Angeles screening of her 2009 film, Jennifer's Body. She described feeling "lost" and full of "rage" during that period of her life.
Fox explained that the constant public scrutiny and harsh treatment from the media left her traumatized. She felt her early entry into Hollywood mirrored the themes of persecution in her iconic horror film.
Fox shared a specific, painful memory to illustrate her point. She recalled leaving a premiere and being verbally attacked by paparazzi. One photographer asked why she was "such a bitch," while another taunted her about being "overrated."
She was simply trying to do her job and get to her car. The relentless and ruthless nature of these interactions built up immense grief and sorrow. Fox stated that this anger needed an outlet.
According to Fox, her role in Jennifer's Body provided that necessary release. Playing a character who transforms into a monster was deeply cathartic for her. The part gave her "permission to be unhinged," both on and off camera.
She felt a strong connection to her character, who is sacrificed for someone else's gain. Fox saw parallels with her own experience of entering the industry as a teenager. This resonance allowed her to channel her personal struggles into her performance, helping her process the trauma of early fame.