Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's Candid Vogue Australia Interview Reveals Personal Struggles and Relationship Insights
In a remarkably honest and revealing interview with Vogue Australia, model and actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has offered a rare glimpse into her private life, detailing both the strength of her long-term relationship with actor Jason Statham and a profound personal battle with depression following a failed business venture.
Intimate Portraits and Personal Revelations
The feature includes striking photographic images of the 38-year-old mother-of-two. In one shot, she appears underwear-free beneath a sheer blue lace gown, reclining elegantly on a velvet sofa. Another captures her lying on the floor of a Sydney apartment, wearing a blue and green floral co-ord that accentuates her toned waist. The cover image showcases Rosie in a stunning red Alaia dress, offering a flash of her gym-honed physique.
Beyond the glamour, the interview delves deep into her emotional landscape. Rosie discusses a previous business endeavour that culminated in what she describes as "one of the worst experiences of my life," leading to a year-long struggle with depression. While she does not explicitly name the brand, it is widely understood to refer to Rose Inc, the beauty company she launched in 2021 and publicly stepped away from in 2024.
The Grounding Force of Her Relationship with Jason Statham
Rosie speaks warmly and openly about her 16-year partnership with British actor Jason Statham, 58. She describes the relationship as "very grounding" and emphasises the values of loyalty, discretion, and honesty within their intimate circle. A significant shared passion is their collaborative approach to interior design and architecture.
"Jason has the most impeccable taste," she reveals. "He taught me so much about architecture and furniture." The couple have spent the last two years building a house together, a project she lovingly acknowledges as a potential "nightmare" for Statham, though she adores the interior design process. She credits him as her greatest champion, praising his mental strength, grounded nature, and immunity to superficiality.
Family Plans and Personal Wellbeing
Looking to the future, Rosie discloses plans for her family to relocate to the English countryside near the New Forest. The move is motivated by a desire for peace, opportunities for the children to play outdoors and climb trees, and the proximity to an excellent dressage school. On a personal health note, she reveals she suffers from migraines and strictly limits her alcohol intake to no more than two drinks at a time to avoid being incapacitated for a full 24 hours.
Learning from Failure and Embracing Boundaries
The interview profoundly explores the aftermath of her business disappointment. Rosie admits to feelings of shame and a subsequent depressive episode that took a year to recover from. She embarked on a course of therapy and now views the experience as a brutal but invaluable teacher. "The growth from failure is like nothing else," she states, noting it "roughed her up."
This period has led to significant personal evolution. Rosie explains that while she once feared being perceived as difficult, she has now learned the importance of saying no. She prioritises protecting her reputation and conserving her energy, feeling empowered to speak up for herself. Entrepreneurship, she notes, is no longer a pursuit she actively chases.
The full interview appears in the April 2026 issue of Vogue Australia, available from March 30.
