Josh Hartnett Reveals Stalking Incidents Shaped His Career Break

Hartnett Opens Up About the Dark Side of Hollywood

"I Felt Like a Trapped Animal," the Actor Recalls

In an interview with The Guardian, Hartnett candidly shared how stalking incidents profoundly impacted his decision to pause his Hollywood career. The actor, who stars in M. Night Shyamalan's upcoming psychological thriller "Trap," detailed disturbing encounters that left him feeling vulnerable and traumatized.

Hartnett explained, "I felt like a trapped animal. It was a constant fear that followed me everywhere I went." The actor described how obsessive fans would show up at his home, camp outside his residence, and even follow him on location during filming. The relentless intrusions shattered his sense of privacy and made it impossible for him to live a normal life.