“When I feel really insecure, or I'm in a social situation where I'm nervous about how I come off, or I'm trying to control the situation too much, I literally just try and use the same muscles that I had to use on stage - just paying attention to the other person and trusting yourself to respond as emotionally honestly as possible.”

American actress, writer, and magazine editor

Tavi Gevinson is an American actress, writer, and magazine editor. She first drew public attention at age twelve with her fashion blog, Style Rookie, and later became known for her work in pop culture and feminist discussion. She began acting in 2013 and later starred in the HBO Max series Gossip Girl from 2021 to 2023. Her public work has moved between writing, editing, and performance, with an emphasis on culture and feminism.