Emma Stone has firmly established herself as a prominent figure in Hollywood, earning recognition for her talent with two Academy Awards and a filmography that includes beloved hits such as Superbad and Amazing Spider-Man. Despite her well-deserved fame, Stone often finds herself mistakenly identified as fellow actress Emma Watson. During her recent appearance on the Happy.Sad.Confused. podcast, she humorously noted, “It’s always Emma Watson” when asked about her most common lookalike mix-up.
This mix-up may seem puzzling, considering that the two actresses do not bear a strong resemblance and have yet to share the screen. Some speculate that the blend of their first names could be at play, leading fans to misidentify Stone.
However, this is not the most unusual case of mistaken identity Stone has experienced. She recounted an amusing incident from after her 28th birthday when a fan, while she was at Carnegie Hall, asked to take a picture with her. When she declined due to her search for seats, the fan pointedly expressed his dissatisfaction, stating, “Alright, well, I loved you on Will and Grace.” The confusion arose from the fan believing she was Debra Messing, a notable actress with whom Stone shares only her red hair and an age difference of two decades. Stone reflected on the moment with laughter, mentioning that her friend still jokingly refers to her as Debra Messing years later.
Despite the identity mix-ups, it’s evident that Stone’s talent is continuing to shine. As she gears up for the release of her latest film, Bugonia—directed by Yorgos Lanthimos—expectations are high for an outstanding performance that could mark her name in the conversation for an upcoming awards season. Bugonia hits theaters this weekend, just in time for Halloween, providing fans with yet another opportunity to appreciate Stone’s versatility. As she continues to build her impressive career, the possibility of a third Oscar seems on the horizon, solidifying her place among Hollywood’s elite.