Mikey Madison has quietly become one of Hollywood’s most compelling talents, drawing audiences into every role she inhabits. From her early work in Better Things as the thoughtful, brooding Max Fox to her unnerving portrayal of Susan Sadie Atkins in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, she seeks characters that disturb and mesmerize. Seamlessly moving from animated comedy in The Addams Family to chilling horror in Scream, she commands every frame. Her groundbreaking work in Sean Baker’s Anora earned her an Academy Award. And now Madison has reflected on the kind of roles she is open to.

Mikey Madison is ready to step into the unknown, chasing roles that make her pulse race and her imagination shiver, characters that haunt, challenge, and ignite her deepest fears.

In a recent interview with Vogue Italia, Mikey Madison reflected on the next phase of her career, expressing a desire to tackle roles that push her limits and spark genuine fear. She feels invigorated by the prospect of immersing herself in characters that challenge her emotionally and mentally, stating that "the time has come to play characters that terrify me." For Madison, this is a time to embrace uncertainty, explore the unknown, and confront the roles that truly terrify her.

Beyond her fearless approach to acting, Madison surrounds herself with whimsical treasures and nostalgic objects, from vintage clothing to kawaii accessories, transforming traditional notions of femininity into a celebration of authenticity. Influenced by her parents’ love of poetry and music, she finds comfort in moments of reflection and playfulness. These rituals reveal a deeply imaginative and thoughtful side, showing how she embraces wonder, vulnerability, and the joy of being herself. Even with big expectations for terrifying roles, Madison has made bold choices in her career, once turning down a role in Star Wars.

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Fresh off her Best Actress Oscar, Mikey Madison made waves by rejecting a role in Star Wars, signaling that she is charting her own bold and unexpected path in Hollywood.

As per Variety, Mikey Madison was offered a role in the upcoming Star Wars film, set to be directed by Shawn Levy, known for Deadpool & Wolverine. The project, with a screenplay by Jonathan Tropper, will feature Ryan Gosling in a leading role. Although discussions took place, Madison ultimately decided to pass on the part. Levy has been developing the film since late 2022 and is producing alongside Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy through 21 Laps.

The upcoming Star Wars film is reportedly a standalone story, separate from the Skywalker Saga that concluded with 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. Details about the plot remain tightly guarded, leaving fans eager for hints. Following The Mandalorian & Grogu, the only Star Wars film greenlit in over five years and set to debut May 22, 2026, Mikey Madison’s decision to pass on the role has impressed fans. Her latest pursuit of projects that challenge her artistry has similarly captured their admiration and respect.

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