Actress Salma Hayek is an iconic star whose influence on the entertainment industry is quite strong, thanks to her talent and versatility. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, the actress starred in various movies showcasing her remarkable acting skills, however, early in her career, Hayek was regarded as a s*x symbol, mainly because of the type of roles given to her in various action movies like Desperado, From Dusk Till Dawn, and Fled.
In a past interview, Hayek talked about kissing her co-stars stating that she is planning to retire from kissing after sharing intimate moments with many Hollywood stars.
Salma Hayek says she wants to retire from kissing
In 2017, actress Salma Hayek appeared for an interview with Irish News alongside her The Hitman’s Bodyguard co-star, Samuel L. Jackson. During the interview, Hayek highlighted that she no longer wants to kiss her on-screen love interests,
“I have kissed almost every actor I have ever worked with and I’ve done I don’t know how many movies. Lately less, I’m surely I will be retiring from the kissing very soon, but I’m always the girl that gets kissed in the movies and I’ve got to tell you that Sam is up there as one of the best ones.”
The conversation started after Hayek revealed that Samuel L. Jackson is a really good kisser and she feels “bad for the actresses that have been missing out.”
Why was Salma Hayek labeled as a s*x symbol?
Most of Salma Hayek’s early films, which were mainly action films like Desperado, From Dusk Till Dawn, and Fled, made her quite famous, however, the films “predominantly featured her in racy s*x symbol type of roles.” On multiple occasions, the actress has been also labeled as one of Hollywood’s most beautiful actresses by many famous magazines.
Despite her reputation as a s*x symbol, Hayek has proved that she is more than just a pretty face. The actress has appeared in various movies and TV shows in the past three decades, establishing herself as a superstar.
Salma Hayek began acting in the 1990s
Without a doubt, Hayek has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. The shift in her career came in 2002 when she portrayed the iconic Frida Kahlo in Frida (2002), which not only showcased her acting abilities but also earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
Hayek’s influence extends beyond her acting career; she’s a passionate advocate for diversity and women’s rights, using her platform to raise awareness. Her successful career in Hollywood also serves as an inspiration to aspiring artists from diverse backgrounds.
Source: Irish News
