Megan Fox Says She Quit Drinking After Making 'Belligerent' Comments at the Golden Globes

In a recent interview, the 35-year-old actress opened up about the 2009 incident in which "she said a bunch of shit [she] shouldn't have said."

Megan Fox, a renowned actress who is currently experiencing a resurgence in her career (often referred to as the Megan Foxissance), has been candid about her experiences. She's talked openly about the objectification and sexism she encountered at the start of her profession and how it affected her confidence. Recently, in an interview with WhoWhatWear, she reflected honestly on her past red carpet outfits. One such outfit was the golden Ralph Lauren dress she wore to the Golden Globe Awards in January 2009. Fox stated that she disliked how her hair was styled for this look due to her "huge round forehead," and shared an interesting anecdote about what occurred following the red carpet event. The mother of three revealed that she consumed too much champagne that night, resulting in her making several public statements that she now regrets. "I was seated at a table with Blake Lively and all three Jonas Brothers during the Golden Globes," Fox recalled. "They always place those large bottles of Moët Champagne on the table— I had multiple glasses." Fox went on further to explain the repercussions of that night, "This is why I no longer drink: I was belligerent and outspoken, sharing things publicly that I should have kept private." She added, "I believe I got into considerable trouble for my comments during this event's red carpet appearance. I can't recall the specifics, but I know it was problematic. You can search for it." She was referring to an interview from 2009 in which she confided in former E! host Giuliana Rancic, describing herself as feeling "painfully insecure," and admitted, "I'm on the cusp of vomiting right now. I'm horrified and embarrassed to be here, as well as frightened."

In a revealing interview from January 2009, actress Megan Fox made several startling remarks that she later regretted, even going as far as using a transphobic slur. She compared herself humorously to Alan Alda and made inappropriate comments about Salma Hayek. Additionally, she speculated on the absence of her then-spouse, Brian Austin Green, at the awards show. She suggested that he was probably occupied with his music and showed indifference towards the awards event. When asked by Rancic about her fitness routine, Fox shared that she had a 22-inch waist, which she jokingly attributed to starving for a month. She later clarified that her slim physique was due to her rigorous Pilates regimen. Given the current socio-cultural climate, these comments would not be well-received today. However, it's noteworthy that celebrities like Fox, along with Demi Lovato and Jada Pinkett Smith, have been quite open about reassessing their relationship with substances, including alcohol and drugs. In 2013, Fox admitted in an Esquire interview that she disliked feeling out of control, and thus, avoided alcohol and pills. She emphasized her need to be in control of her body. It is commendable that Fox continues to share her experiences candidly, showing both her strengths and weaknesses.