Monica Bellucci: Human Relationships Are Most Important, I Don't Care About Age

Monica Bellucci has highlighted the paramount importance of human connections, stating that "human relationships are the most important thing we possess." The acclaimed actress shared her perspective in an interview with Politika, emphasizing that as a woman in acting, relying solely on beauty is unsustainable for a long career. "As an actress, you won't make more than one film if, as a woman, you are just beautiful because nothing is worth anything without talent and knowledge," she explained.

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As an actress, you won't make more than one film if, as a woman, you are just beautiful because nothing is worth anything without talent and knowledge.

Bellucci expressed a relaxed attitude towards aging, noting, "Honestly, I don't care about my age; it's futile to fight time, you are absolutely bound to lose." She considers getting older a fortunate experience, particularly when supported by loved ones. "We should consider ourselves lucky to be older, especially if we are surrounded by people who love us and we love them," she said. Her passion for her work, family, and friends are what make her feel alive, irrespective of time.

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Honestly, I don't care about my age; it's futile to fight time, you are absolutely bound to lose.

The pandemic, she observed, prompted many to re-evaluate their priorities, reinforcing the value of relationships. Bellucci finds the process of becoming a mature woman "interesting" for her acting career, as it opens doors to diverse roles. "Physically we change, but at the same time, with experience, we can tell and show different feelings and aspects of life," she elaborated.

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We should consider ourselves lucky to be older, especially if we are surrounded by people who love us and we love them.

Discussing the challenges of being perceived as beautiful, Bellucci described it as wearing a mask. "People think of you in a certain way without bothering about who you are or what you are like inside," she stated. This duality and the prejudice that "Oh, she's beautiful, she's stupid" are constant companions throughout her life.

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The things that make me feel alive and do not reflect the time that is passing are my family, my friends, and my passion for work.