Saoirse Ronan lauded for her statement on violence against women

During a recent episode of "The Graham Norton Show," Saoirse Ronan succinctly highlighted a critical issue confronting women. Accompanied by fellow thespians Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal, and Eddie Redmayne, the conversation veered towards personal safety following Redmayne's mention of his training for the upcoming miniseries, "The Day of the Jackal."

Redmayne recounted receiving advice on employing a phone as a potential means of self-defense, prompting a chuckle from the group. Mescal, who co-starred with Redmayne in the 2023 motion picture "Foe," offered his perspective. "Who would genuinely consider that?" he questioned. "If faced with an actual attack, reaching for a phone wouldn't be my instinct."

Norton humorously mimicked confronting an aggressor with a phone, jesting, "Could you pause for a moment?" Yet, it was Ronan's comment that resonated widely. "That's a constant consideration for women," she stated. Her words hushed the men on stage, leading her to pose a question to the audience. "Am I right, ladies?" she inquired, receiving an enthusiastic affirmation.

Her statement garnered significant acclaim online. "Saoirse Ronan is a queen," a user proclaimed on X. "Men need reminders of the female experience to truly grasp their own privilege. The silence following her remark spoke volumes.