Anna Paquin accuses doctor of inappropriate fertility comments

The actress says the incident happened in London during a studio-mandated physical

Anna Paquin accuses doctor of inappropriate fertility comments
Stars Insider

09/03/18 | StarsInsider

HEALTH Anna Paquin

Anna Paquin is accusing a London doctor of making inappropriate comments during an exam.

“At a routine but mandatory physical for work in London today the older male [doctor] patronizingly informed me that he ‘applauded’ my having started a family because ‘so many women in my industry leave it too late’ [and] then it becomes such a ‘drama’ [to] conceive,” she began on Twitter.


“Being in perfect health/fit for work which he had already established through extensive forms I filled out and a physical exam the personal comments and appraisal of my fertility was neither relevant nor appropriate,” she continued.


“Hands up every actor/film/theatre person who can guess which London doctor I'm talking about? Has he missed the whole #metoo and #TimesUp thing? I thought we were done [with] being trapped alone in rooms with men who control our professional lives making us uncomfortable.”


Addressing a comment about the doctor, Paquin spoke of his history. “This one has a reputation... I found out afterwards... I don't think he meant well.”


She also explained she did not choose to visit this doctor. “I don't get to chose the doctor for these things. The network/studio you are working for does.”


Ultimately, however, Paquin says she was too “caught off guard” to give the doctor “the response he deserved.”

Campo obrigatório

Don’t miss out...


on the latest TV shows, movies, music, and exclusive content from the entertainment industry!

I accept terms & conditions and privacy policy.
I want to receive Exclusive Offers from partners (advertising)

You can easily unsubscribe at any time
Thank you for subscribing