On a recent episode of The Graham Norton Show, actress Saoirse Ronan made a powerful statement about women’s safety, which quickly went viral. While appearing alongside actors Paul Mescal, Eddie Redmayne, and Denzel Washington, Ronan responded to a joke about self-defense, shedding light on an issue that affects women every day.
Saoirse Ronan’s Stand on Safety
During the episode, Eddie Redmayne shared that he learned self-defense techniques for his role as an assassin in The Day of the Jackal. One of his training methods involved using a phone as a weapon. Paul Mescal and Graham Norton turned this into a light-hearted moment, joking about how impractical it might be to pull out a phone for self-defense.
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Mescal commented, “Who is actually going to think about that?” while humorously mimicking the action. Norton also joined in, pretending to ask an imaginary attacker to wait while he retrieved his phone.
Ronan stepped in with a serious remark, reminding everyone that women often have to think about self-defense in their daily lives. Addressing the audience, she said, “That’s what girls have to think about all the time. Am I right, ladies?” Her comment received applause from the audience, resonating deeply with viewers both in the studio and on social media.
Ronan’s comments quickly went viral, with fans applauding her for highlighting the constant concerns many women face. Social media users praised her response, pointing out how men often overlook the challenges women encounter regarding personal safety. One fan commented, “Saoirse Ronan is a queen. Men need a reminder of what it’s like to be a woman so they can appreciate their privilege.” Another noted that her comment “shows how unaware people can be about these issues.”
