How Josh O’Connor Became the Thinking Man’s Leading Man

Josh O'Connor: The Rise to Megastardom

With four new films, including the next 'Knives Out', Josh O'Connor is on the verge of becoming a megastar. Despite this, he remains committed to staying true to himself.

In the summer of 2024, after the success of 'Challengers', O'Connor was found in a small village in the Cotswolds, tending to his garden and enjoying some rare downtime. He preferred to keep the exact location private, having learned from previous experiences where fans sent him mail and books after he shared his location in an interview.

During this time, O'Connor focused on his garden, mowing the lawn, deadheading roses, and pulling weeds by hand. This quiet, peaceful life is a stark contrast to the chaos of his upcoming press tours.

He'd rather we didn't name the exact area, because the last time he did that in an interview, mail started showing up—some letters, some books.

As O'Connor stands on the precipice of megastardom, he remains determined to stay grounded and true to himself.

Author's summary: Josh O'Connor rises to fame while staying true to himself.

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GQ GQ — 2025-10-14