Paul Mescal recently addressed the viral comment made by his colleague and friend, Saoirse Ronan, during an appearance on a popular talk show. The remark, which quickly gained widespread attention, touched on an important societal issue. Now, many are curious about what Mescal said about Ronan’s words.
Here is more about Paul Mescal’s reaction to Saoirse Ronan’s viral comment.
Paul Mescal reacts to Saoirse Ronan’s viral comment
Paul Mescal has spoken out about Saoirse Ronan’s comments on The Graham Norton Show that have since gone viral. During the show, she candidly addressed the daily safety concerns faced by women. The conversation started on a light-hearted note but quickly turned into a serious exchange that resonated with women worldwide.
Appearing on The Late Late Show with Patrick Kielty, Mescal reflected on the incident, praising Ronan for using the platform to highlight such an important issue. The actor said, “As you said, you’re on a talk show like this and you’re kind of just talking, but I’m not surprised that the message received as much attention that it got because it’s a massively important [one]. She’s quite often — more often than not — the most intelligent person in the room, and I think she was spot-on, hit the nail on the head.” (via Deadline)
The star further expressed that it was positive to see such messages gaining attention, highlighting that these are the kinds of discussions that should be happening regularly.
The viral moment occurred when Ronan interrupted a playful discussion between Mescal, Eddie Redmayne, and Graham Norton about using a phone as a weapon. As the men joked about the practicality of such tactics, Ronan interjected, saying, “That’s what girls have to think about all the time.” Her remark earned applause from the audience and sparked widespread discussion online. Ronan later expressed surprise at the overwhelming reaction, noting that she hadn’t intended to make waves but appreciated the spotlight on an issue women navigate daily.
