10 Celebs Who Are LONERS
Published -
- June 11, 2017
- 2:00 pm
10 Famous stars who are very shy and insecure and prefer to spend time alone.
Considering celebrities are constantly in the spotlight, you would think they would be comfortable with it after a while. But for many of them, it can be a complete nightmare. From a popular ex-President to one of the biggest pop stars in the world, these are 10 celebs who are loners.
Are there any downsides to being a reclusive celebrity or is it all positive?
Fame and fortune often go hand in hand with a lavish lifestyle and a packed social calendar. However, not all celebrities crave the spotlight and the company of others. Many of them are actually loners, preferring to spend their time in isolation rather than being surrounded by crowds of people. Here are ten celebrities who are known for their reclusive nature.
1. J.D. Salinger: The author of the iconic novel “The Catcher in the Rye” was notoriously reclusive throughout his life. He refused to give interviews or make public appearances in his later years, choosing instead to live a quiet life in New Hampshire until his death in 2010.
2. Greta Garbo: The Hollywood icon was known for her dazzling beauty and magnetic screen presence, but off-screen, she was a recluse. Garbo retired from acting at age 35 and retreated to her apartment in New York City, rarely leaving her home.
3. Howard Hughes: The aviation tycoon and movie producer was famously eccentric and reclusive. In his later years, he lived in self-imposed isolation in hotels and private homes, surrounded by a team of aides and servants.
4. Harper Lee: The author of “To Kill a Mockingbird” was famously private and rarely gave interviews or made public appearances. She lived a quiet life in Alabama until her death in 2016.
5. Prince: The iconic musician was known for his flamboyant stage persona, but offstage, he was notoriously private. He rarely gave interviews and kept his personal life under wraps.
6. Emily Dickinson: The celebrated poet was known for her seclusion and reclusiveness. She rarely left her family’s Amherst, Massachusetts home and corresponded with friends and family through letters.
7. Daniel Day-Lewis: The three-time Oscar-winning actor is known for his intense preparation and dedication to his craft. He is also notoriously private, rarely giving interviews or attending events.
8. Terrence Malick: The acclaimed filmmaker is known for his experimental and visually stunning films, but he is also notoriously private. He rarely gives interviews and is rarely seen in public.
9. Bill Watterson: The creator of the beloved comic strip “Calvin and Hobbes” is famously reclusive. He retired from the strip in 1995 and has since lived a quiet life in Ohio, rarely giving interviews or making public appearances.
10. Stanley Kubrick: The legendary filmmaker was known for his obsessive attention to detail and his reclusive nature. He rarely gave interviews and was known for living a secluded life in England until his death in 1999.
In conclusion, while fame and success can bring with them a life of luxury and socializing, not all celebrities crave it. Many of them prefer to live reclusive lives, free from the pressures and stresses of fame. These ten celebrities have shown that solitude doesn’t have to be lonely, and being alone can lead to some of the most significant creative achievements.
