Beloved British acting icon Miriam Margolyes has made a startling confession, revealing she genuinely feared her career was over following her vehement public opposition to Brexit.
The outspoken Harry Potter star, renowned for her candour, believed she would be blacklisted by the industry and "wouldn't be employed again" after passionately championing the Remain campaign during the 2016 referendum.
A Career in the Balance
In a remarkably honest reflection, Margolyes disclosed the palpable fear that followed her political activism. She was convinced that her high-profile stance had made her a pariah in the entertainment world, potentially costing her any future work in the UK.
"I thought I wouldn't be employed again," the actress stated, highlighting the very real pressure public figures can feel when engaging in divisive political debates. Her concerns speak to a wider anxiety about freedom of expression and the potential for professional repercussions.
An Unapologetic Advocate
Despite her fears, the Oscar-nominated actress remains utterly unrepentant about her views. A staunch Europhile, Margolyes has never shied away from expressing her profound disappointment with the referendum's outcome and its ongoing ramifications.
Her passion for the European project is deeply personal, rooted in a belief in unity and shared culture. This commitment made the potential professional cost a particularly bitter pill to swallow.
Beyond Professor Sprout
While millions know her as the kindly Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter film series, Margolyes has enjoyed a long and distinguished career on stage and screen on both sides of the Atlantic. The thought that decades of work could be undone by a political opinion was a terrifying prospect for the veteran performer.
Thankfully, her fears of permanent blacklisting proved unfounded. Miriam Margolyes continues to work steadily, her unique talent and voice ensuring her place in the industry she loves, proving that even in tumultuous times, conviction can ultimately coexist with a successful career.
