To really understand a person’s problems, they say you have to walk a mile in their shoes. That’s a noble idea, but if that person is Bryce Dallas Howard, uh, we’ll take a rain check, dude.
Even with the record-breaking box-office run of “Jurassic World” last year, one controversy from the film continued to steal headlines: #HeelGate.
Peeps just couldn’t get over the fact that Bryce Dallas Howard, who played Claire Dearing, ran around a dinosaur-covered island in heels. The. Whole. Time. Oh, and that includes outrunning a T-Rex, because why not?
#HeelGate briefly took over the internet and inspired memes that were 65 million years in the making.
“Oh my gosh! It’s my favorite stuff, just the GIFs online. I mean, did you see the really funny thing where it had everyone from the previous film, including the dinosaurs, wearing heels? That was hilarious,” Howard told The Huffington Post in a recent interview.
As for her thoughts on the whole situation, the actress said, “It’s obviously something totally unexpected, and I have a running joke for the rest of my life perhaps. I can be one of those people that’s constantly referencing it, even 80 years from now.”
Howard previously said she received a text about the controversy from the director, Colin Trevorrow, that read, “#NoHeels2018,” referencing the “Jurassic World” sequel, which is set to hit theaters then.
Now, a year after all the hullabaloo, is that still the case?
“As far as I’m aware,” said Howard. “I’m just gonna keep saying it to make sure that is actually what happens,” she added.
Though she’s trading in her footwear, Howard seems to be sticking to one theme in particular for her new projects. Coming off “Jurassic World,” a movie co-starring dinosaurs, Howard’s new blockbuster is Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon,” a movie, obviously, co-starring a dragon.
“I guess I have something karmic going on with reptiles for sure,” Howard said with a laugh.
The reptilian connection is as far as it goes, though. Howard wears more comfortable shoes as she runs around in the woods for the new movie, which she confirmed she was happy about.
Us too, Bryce. If anything changes for the “Jurassic World” sequel, we have one word of advice ...
”Pete’s Dragon” hits theaters Aug. 12.
Support HuffPost
Our 2024 Coverage Needs You
Your Loyalty Means The World To Us
At HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high-quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact-checked news that is freely accessible to everyone.
Whether you come to HuffPost for updates on the 2024 presidential race, hard-hitting investigations into critical issues facing our country today, or trending stories that make you laugh, we appreciate you. The truth is, news costs money to produce, and we are proud that we have never put our stories behind an expensive paywall.
Would you join us to help keep our stories free for all? Your contribution of as little as $2 will go a long way.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That's why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.
Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we'll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can't find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.
Contribute as little as $2 to keep our news free for all.
Can't afford to donate? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read.
Dear HuffPost Reader
Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.
The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. Would you consider becoming a regular HuffPost contributor?
Dear HuffPost Reader
Thank you for your past contribution to HuffPost. We are sincerely grateful for readers like you who help us ensure that we can keep our journalism free for everyone.
The stakes are high this year, and our 2024 coverage could use continued support. If circumstances have changed since you last contributed, we hope you’ll consider contributing to HuffPost once more.
Already contributed? Log in to hide these messages.
