Emma Watson has recently expressed her happiness about her choice to take a step back from the limelight, as it has given her a greater sense of independence. The 33-year-old actress made this decision to pause her on-screen career with her last film, Little Women, hitting theaters in 2019.

During this break, she has ventured into directing a Prada fragrance commercial and successfully completed a Master’s degree in Creative Writing, where she even penned a play. In an interview with British Vogue, she shared that taking this time off felt like a significant decision for her because her industry moves at a rapid pace.

Watson also shared her belief in the astrological idea of ‘Saturn return,’ which occurs every 27 to 29 years when Saturn returns to its original position at the time of your birth. This phenomenon is said to bring about a realignment in a person’s life, something the Harry Potter star seems to be experiencing firsthand.

Emma Watson expressed her gratitude for taking a step back from the limelight, as it has allowed her to have more control over her own life.

The actress, who is 33 years old, made the choice to step back from her acting career after her last movie, Little Women, was released in 2019. Emma expressed feeling that the characters she portrayed on screen were often more authentic than she felt she was, so taking a break has provided her with more freedom. She mentioned how grateful she is for taking this step because it has allowed her to find her own voice and creative freedom in a way she hadn’t experienced before. Through this break, she has embraced the uncertainty of not knowing what’s next and cherishes the self-discovery and autonomy she has gained.

Emma shared that focusing on self-care has given her a new perspective on the superficiality of Hollywood, where external success and beauty can overshadow personal happiness. She emphasized that true fulfillment comes from being content with one’s choices even when not in the spotlight.

Aside from her acting career, Emma has recently teamed up with her brother, Alex, to launch a gin business named Renais. Their gin is crafted using recycled grapes from various vineyards, including their father’s vineyard in France. Alex highlighted in a recent interview that their sibling dynamic allows them to challenge and motivate one another in ways that others might not understand.

She explained, “Being in a fast-paced career, it felt like a major decision to take the time to prioritize these tasks.”

She expressed her gratitude for stepping away from acting, citing the newfound sense of having her own voice, creative space, and independence.

In an interview with HELLO!, he shared that he and Emma have a strong bond and constantly support each other, often trying to make each other laugh. They both sought a new challenge and decided to team up, highlighting the deep level of trust and understanding needed to build a brand with family members. However, he acknowledged the challenge of maintaining a balance between business and personal relationships.

Emma has been rumored to be single since her breakup with Brandon, Sir Philip Green’s son. Despite dating Francis Boulle, Rafael Cebrian, and Will Adamowicz in the past, none of the relationships lasted. Her career has soared with leading roles in films like Beauty And The Beast and Little Women, expanding beyond her iconic Hermione role in Harry Potter.

Known for her bold stance on feminism and politics, Emma has openly supported trans rights, setting her apart from J.K. Rowling’s views on the matter.