Julia Roberts is Back— and She’s Chasing Tubes, Not Roles
After four years of putting her camera down for a full‑time mom, Julia Roberts has finally returned to the big screen. She now shares the spotlight (and a few laughs) with George Clooney in the rom‑com Ticket to Paradise.
Family First, Always
“I just take it all as it comes,” says Julia, who’s got a household that keeps her on her toes: twins Phinnaeus and Hazel (17), Henry (15), and husband Daniel Moder. “I try to be super present and not plan, and I don’t have any upcoming acting jobs.” The actress admits that getting back into a routine feels like a breath of fresh, post‑summer air. “And I love being at home— I love being a mom.”
Lasting Childhood Memories in Australia
The film was shot in sunny Australia, where the plot thickened with a smack of COVID‑19 restrictions. “It was a real challenge for the cast and crew,” she told The New York Times. “It felt like we were stuck in a bubble—but that bubbled turned into a creative partnership.” The script, the set, and the camaraderie helped keep things moving, even when the guidelines didn’t.
It’s Not All Fun and Games (or Is It?)
- Julia’s got George on the set… and a sea‑of‑memories later.
- She spent plenty of time with George’s wife Amal and the two five‑year‑old twins, Alexander and Ella.
- One quote that rings true: “The Clooneys saved me from complete loneliness and despair.” The only problem is she took those days with the cast as a “longest I’ve ever been away from my family.” That was deemed a “brief pause” for a life lesson.
Method Acting? Not on Her Radar
When asked if she could stay in character between takes, Julia chuckled: “No way. Are you kidding me? It’s too much. Put the bag down.” She’s no Leo‑type, no method king. “I admire people who do that, but it looks exhausting to me. I secretly wish I could be that intense.” Then she closes the conversation with a classic Roberts laugh: “I’m just kidding.”
Between blockbuster plans, family dinners, and impromptu giggles on set, Julia proves she’s still the queen of the scene—both on screen and at home.
