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

Josh O'Connor: The Rise of a Leading Man

With four new films on the horizon, including the next 'Knives Out', Josh O'Connor is on the cusp of megastardom, yet remains committed to staying true to himself.

In the summer of 2024, following the success of Challengers, O'Connor retreated to a small village in the Cotswolds, where he focused on his garden, tending to his lawn, roses, and weeds.

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.

O'Connor's desire for privacy and normalcy is evident in his actions, as he prefers to keep a low profile and avoid the chaos of fame.

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

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GQ GQ — 2025-10-14

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