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In a new interview in L.A. Direct magazine, The Hills star Audrina Patridge, discusses her new found fame and how it has affected her life, which she claims was drama free before becoming famous.
Audrina also talks about her Hills co-stars, her film career and what the future has in store for her.
Did you ever think the show would get so big?
I never imagined it would ever get this big. I moved to LA to do acting and I was going on castings and auditions every day. When I became involved in the show, I just took it for what it was. I thought it would only be for a couple of months. I also thought it would get me ready for movies. It definitely made me become more comfortable in front of the cameras. I’m very fortunate. I’m having a great time with it right now. Our crew is like family and we’ve all become super close. I love it.
Lately, you and Lauren Conrad have been going through some problems, and you recently moved out of the home you shared. Are you still friends?
Yeah, we’re friends. We’re not as close as we used to be, but we are friends.
You’re also seen spending time with Heidi Montag, Lauren’s former best friend on the show. Do you consider yourself equally close to the both of them?
I feel like it’s equal. I talk to Heidi every now and then. All of our lives are so different and busy because we’re all kind of doing our own thing while still filming The Hills. We’ll check in with each other and say ‘hey what’s up? I hope you’re OK.’
How do you handle the paparazzi constantly trailing you?
I try to pretend they’re not there. But for the most part, I mean, that’s their job and you just gotta accept it and smile and wave and go about your own day.
Your love life is a big part of the show. What’s dating like now that you’re famous?
It’s really hard, especially on the show with my relationship. It’s very hard for me to talk about a relationship, and live it out on camera. That’s why I feel like I’m still with Justin [Bobby] because I’ve known him since before I even started the show. When I started dating new guys I didn’t know if I could trust them, and they didn’t really understand my schedule. They took it to heart that I couldn’t always see them or hang out all the time. But with Justin, he understands all of it, and I feel like that’s why we’re together because we have that understanding for each other.
Do you think being on the show brings more drama into your life than if you weren’t on it?
Yes. Just because when I was in high school I never ever had drama at all. I was friends with everyone. I never had enemies, I was friends with every group in school. Once I moved to LA and started the show, I started going through all this catty drama that I wasn’t used to.
How do you stay positive amid all the rumors and gossip revolving around you?
I try not to go on the internet and I try to stay away from the gossipy tabloids and TV shows. I have my friends and my family that keep me grounded. If there’s anything that I really need to know, my family or my team will let me know. My family keeps me strong, but I do have breakdowns every now and then. That’s when I know it’s time to go on vacation and get away.
With all of the ever-present drama, are you ever tempted to leave the show?
It’s something that I’m so used to cause I’ve been doing it for so long. Whenever the show is over it’s gonna be hard to get used to not doing it all the time.
Does it bother you that so many people know personal details about your life?
Kinda because I was a private person. I’ve had to accept that my life’s not private anymore. I have my little hideaways that I go to so I can get away from all the chaos in LA, and get away from all that drama and gossip.
You have a lot of young fans that look up to you. Do you consider yourself a role model?
I do and I try my best to be the best that I can. But I’m not perfect and I do make mistakes. I’m still young and going through experiences that I have to learn from. It’s hard to live your life on TV and constantly get judged for every move you make, and everything you say, and everything you wear. It’s a lot of pressure.
Who do you admire in the business?
I really like Mila Kunis. She’s kind of done everything. She’s done movies, cartoons, TV shows. Mila and James Franco did a spoof of me and Justin, which I thought was really funny. I don’t think of myself as that interesting. I’m so critical of my own self. It’s flattering and it’s fun because I’ll poke fun at myself, too, like the blank stares [laughs]. I don’t take anything too seriously.
What was it like filming your first movie, Into the Blue 2?
I wasn’t really nervous. We all gave each other advice and bonded. It was so different from filming a reality show, but I nailed my scenes and I feel like I did a good job. It was the first movie I’ve ever done so I’ll never forget it.
What are some of your future plans?
I just finished the movie Sorority Row with Carrie Fisher and Rumer Willis. It’s gonna come out next Halloween. Besides filming The Hills, I wanna do more movies and scripted TV shows where I have to memorize lines and really become a character. That’s my goal right now. That’s what I’m focusing on.
Are you happy with your life right now?
I’m really happy with where I am right now. I wouldn’t change anything. I’m doing what I love. I’m finally getting into acting. There are so many different opportunities that are in the talks. I’m really, really busy right now and I love it.
[L.A. Direct]
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