Robert Pattinson has opened up about how becoming a father has made his life “more fun.” The 38-year-old British actor and his partner, singer Suki Waterhouse, welcomed their first child in March last year.
Speaking at the London premiere of his new sci-fi film Mickey 17, Pattinson told BBC News he had expected to feel more cautious after his daughter’s birth but instead found it “very joyful.”
“If someone told me I was going to die in a week, I’d be like, ‘What? I want to spend more time with my kid,’” Pattinson said, laughing. “That’s a very deep answer,” he added.
Pattinson stars in Mickey 17, the latest film from acclaimed Parasite director Bong Joon-ho.
Based on Edward Ashton’s 2022 novel Mickey 7, the story follows a man who becomes an “expendable” crew member on a dangerous mission to colonize an ice world.
Every time he dies, he’s cloned, retaining his memories and experiences.
While BBC News has not yet reviewed the film, previews suggest it raises thought-provoking questions about life, mortality, and memory.
Fans flocked to the film’s world premiere in London’s Leicester Square, where many waited for hours in near-freezing temperatures to catch a glimpse of Pattinson. Mia, 23, and Ellie, 22, admitted they’d been devoted fans for years.
Another fan, Jia, waved a neon sign reading “I love you R-Patz,” hoping to grab the actor’s attention.
Pattinson, known to many as “R-Patz,” first became a global sensation playing Edward Cullen in the Twilight saga.
Before that, he charmed audiences as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Since his Twilight days, Pattinson has taken on a range of diverse roles, including The Batman and Christopher Nolan’s Tenet, as well as several indie films.
When asked if he’s shaken off his vampire image, Pattinson said, “I think every part is still a part of you. It’s insane to me that people still talk about it—Twilight was a long time ago.
The fact that people still talk about it means we did something right.”
Parasite director Bong Joon-ho, one of South Korea’s most celebrated filmmakers, expressed his excitement for Mickey 17.
His 2019 film Parasite made history as the first non-English-language film to win Best Picture at the Oscars.
Known for its biting social commentary, the film also won three other Oscars, including Best International Feature.
Reflecting on Mickey 17, Bong said the film’s message is simple: “Whether it’s the future or going into outer space, humans must live genuinely human lives.”
The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Mark Ruffalo, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, and Toni Collette.
Ruffalo said working with Bong was a major draw for him. “He’s one of the greatest auteurs living today,” he said.
Collette agreed, describing Bong as “endlessly creative” and admitting she still pinches herself over being part of the project.
While anticipation for Mickey 17 is high, Pattinson’s accent in the film has also drawn attention online.
“For a second, I thought it was a different actor speaking,” one YouTube user commented.
Pattinson, known for experimenting with accents, said the voice was partly inspired by cartoons and influenced by the mix of English and Korean crew members on set.
As fans shouted “R-Patz” from across the red carpet, Pattinson, who previously disliked the nickname, seemed more at ease with it now.
“The older you get, you can call me whatever you want. It’s fine,” he said with a laugh.
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