Top Celebrity Interviews of 2025 Revealed

The year 2025 delivered a compelling series of interviews and profiles that captured significant reader interest. The collection featured a wide array of prominent figures from the worlds of music, acting, and culture, each sharing deeply personal stories and professional insights.

Key highlights included William Christie discussing his life in France and his artistic philosophy, while actors like Fernando Tejero and Alba Flores opened up about their personal histories. The series also showcased veteran actors reflecting on their careers and lives, alongside contemporary artists discussing their latest projects and personal journeys.

The collection featured an intimate conversation with William Christie, a renowned conductor and harpsichordist specializing in baroque music. The interview took place at his home in the Vendée region of France, where he has created a paradise for artistic creation and teaching. Christie is preparing to initiate a world tour with his ensemble, Les Arts Florissants, to celebrate his 80th birthday.

During the conversation, Christie expressed strong political views, stating he would never accept an invitation from Donald Trump. He questioned, "Jamás aceptaría una invitación de Trump. ¿De qué podría conversar con quien no sabe en qué época vivió Beethoven?" (I would never accept an invitation from Trump. What could I talk about with someone who doesn't know what era Beethoven lived in?).

Several actors shared profound personal revelations. Fernando Tejero, known for his roles in Aquí no hay quien viva and El cautivo, discussed his difficult childhood. He revealed that he was a baby whose mother left him in the care of another woman for 14 years, admitting he had "todas las papeletas para acabar yonqui o alcohólico" (all the tickets to end up a junkie or alcoholic).

Alba Flores reflected on her family history thirty years after her father's death when she was eight. She spoke about the documentary Flores para Antonio and her difficulty understanding "a qué clase social pertenecemos los Flores" (what social class the Flores family belongs to). Meanwhile, Luis Tosar spoke about the challenges of his profession, noting that "La gente que vive contigo no tiene por qué comerse el marrón de que tú estés transitando por lugares oscuros" (People who live with you don't have to deal with the mess of you going through dark places).

Established stars offered perspectives on longevity and fame. Richard Gere discussed his career and activism from his Madrid home, stating, "Nunca me he sentido una estrella, para mí la fama es algo vacío" (I have never felt like a star, for me fame is something empty). He emphasized his belief in goodness as a revolutionary act.

Veteran actor Miguel Rellán provided wisdom on aging in the fourth episode of the Tercer Acto podcast. He reflected that "Hay muchos señores con 90 años que han pasado por la vida, pero la vida no ha pasado por ellos" (There are many 90-year-old men who have gone through life, but life has not gone through them), emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities.

The series also highlighted contemporary figures and their unique stories. Grillo Demo, described as the last bohemian of Ibiza, shared his journey arriving on the island in 1978. He now lives "como una rica heredera, pero no soy ni rico ni heredero" (like a rich heiress, but I am neither rich nor an heiress), with his artwork hanging in the homes of Madonna and Kate Moss.

Journalist María Escario spoke about her retirement and health challenges, including a cancer diagnosis discovered through public health screening. Comic artist Julia Wertz discussed her struggles with alcoholism and lupus, noting that being a functional alcoholic is dangerous because "puedes seguir bebiendo hasta que tu cuerpo colapsa" (you can keep drinking until your body collapses). Actress Lux Pascal addressed her relationship with her brother Pedro Pascal, clarifying she is not the only trans person in his life.