Jessie Buckley says she doesn’t regret appearance on BBC talent contest

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8 Mar 2026 • 6:42 PM MYT
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  • Irish actor Jessie Buckley reflected on her experience on the BBC talent show I’d Do Anything, where she competed for the role of Nancy in a West End production of Oliver!.
  • Buckley expressed pride in her younger self despite facing criticism about her appearance during the show, stating she “did great” and doesn't regret any of it.
  • The Oscar-nominated actor, who has received acclaim for her role in Hamnet, also spoke about her “extraordinary” mother, Marina, who is writing her own story at 60.
  • She recounted her teenage struggles with mental health, including an eating disorder and depression, crediting her love of music and theatre for aiding her recovery.
  • Buckley described acting as “essential” to her, likening it to “drinking water” and stating her passion for her craft helped her overcome personal difficulties.

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