Hazy

• Late 20s • Gemini ♊️ •

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“... what's gonna happen? people are not gonna like me for it? or what if i fail? well, guess what? like, you might fail. but you might as well fail at the fucking thing you want. yeah, then fail at something.” — SEBASTIAN STAN

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEBASTIAN STAN! (August 13, 1982)

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@Celebs with Abdon: Sebastian Stan is the best #sebastianstan #celebrity #fyp #fypシ #buckybarnes

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Sebastian Stan and Paul Walter Hauser "Frankenstein" Los Angeles Premiere Black Carpet | Netflix

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SEBASTIAN STAN Photoshoot for The New York Times by Caroline Tompkins.

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SEBASTIAN STAN Photoshoot for The New York Times by Caroline Tompkins.

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SEBASTIAN STAN for The New York Times by Geordie Wood.

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SEBASTIAN STAN & PAUL WALTER HAUSER at Netflix's "Frankenstein" Los Angeles premiere.

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@THR:Sebastian Stan grabs a prop for his photo op at the #Frankenstein premiere 💀

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@mjonf: @imsebastianstan @cartier 📸 @mathieu.rainaud

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SEBASTIAN STAN AND THE ESSENCE OF SANTOS DE CARTIER

TUAN ANH

Sebastian Stan has just participated in Cartier's new image campaign for the Santos de Cartier line. The actor shared his special affection for this iconic watch as well as his appreciation for the brand.

Sebastian Stan is an actor and producer who has resonated through various roles in The Martian (2015) by Ridley Scott and I, Tonya (2017) directed by Craig Gillespie. In 2022, his performance in the hit short film series Pam & Tommy brought Sebastian Golden Globe, Emmy and Critics' Choice nominations.

At the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, Sebastian Stan won the Best Actor award in the Comedy or Musical category for the first time. He was also awarded the Silver Bear Award for Best Actor at the 74th Berlin Film Festival, and received the Newel Hollywood Award at the Deauville Film Festival for his role in A Different Man (2024).

Recently, Sebastian Stan appeared in the image campaign for the Santos de Cartier watch line. The actor shares a special attachment to the Santos line in particular, as well as his admiration for the Cartier brand.

Can you share more about your connection with Cartier watches?

Sebastian Stan: So far, I still enjoy watching classic movies from the 40-50s, and I am especially impressed with the elegant fashion style of this period. I discovered an extremely interesting thing that many actors choose to wear Cartier watches. These designs possess timeless beauty, both delicate and natural. It is not too difficult to understand that these works still retain their appeal to this day.

I have been attached to Cartier for many years, and for me, the brand's works are always classic, never out of fashion.

What are you looking for in a watch?

Sebastian Stan: I always think a watch should go beyond the time function to tell something about who you are.

When I wear a watch, I also get rid of my dependence on my mobile phone when checking the time. That's what I really like when wearing this accessory on my hand. But more importantly, the watch must also bring presence. It's not just the appearance, weight and style, but also the feeling when you wear it on your hand.

What attracts you to Santos de Cartier?

Sebastian Stan: The most attractive thing about Santos de Cartier is the bold style and iconic design. I especially love the flexibility of this crafting when it can be easily combined with luxurious outfits and everyday comfortable styles.

I usually wear Santos de Cartier slightly loose, enjoy this movement on the wrist. It is a pleasure that I cannot do without when accompanying Santos de Cartier every day.

In fact, I have been passionate about this collection for a long time and am always interested in witnessing the continuous development of this watch model. The new versions, especially with black dial and titanium material, exude a strong, masculine energy. I am impressed by how Cartier is constantly experimenting with materials and exploiting the industrial spirit in design. This is a clear demonstration of Maison's strong creativity.

What does time mean to you in life and work?

Sebastian Stan: Time is one of the things that we cannot control, and therefore, it becomes extremely precious. In my career, I always believe that timing is the key factor, from choosing a role, waiting for the right project to learning to be patient with the whole process. In life, I try to live fully in every moment, and the watch is a reminder for me to appreciate that value every day.

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SEBASTIAN STAN IN CARTIER for Esquire Singapore By Mathieu Rainaud

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SEBASTIAN STAN IN CARTIER for Esquire Singapore By Mathieu Rainaud

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Sebastian Stan, Shapeshifting Man, Cartier Man

The Romanian-born actor is here to unveil two new Santos de Cartier pieces

BY ELLIOT TAN

Santos de Cartier Black Dial large model, 39.8mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bracelet, Santos de Cartier medium bracelet in white gold, CARTIER

What do you think of when you hear the name Sebastian Stan? Does the Winter Soldier’s hulking silver arm come to mind? Tommy Lee’s freaky soul patch? That abusive husband from I, Tonya with the questionable pedo-stache? Or perhaps more recently, the pursed lips of a young Donald Trump?

Maybe you think of all of those things when you hear his name, or maybe you think of neither of those things. But it’s undeniable—the man is a shapeshifter. His versatility stretches the boundaries of what is expected of a modern actor, rivalled only by the likes of a handful of contemporaries (shoutout to you, Robert Pattinson).

But I digress—if you look closely, there’s a pattern that emerges in the roles he gravitates toward. Stan tends to take on characters who carry history and notoriety. His performances depict these people from a different time in the past, usually during the peak of their infamy. He is, quite simply put, drawn to the allure of the past. It helps that he’s good at it, too. Some of his best and most iconic works have come from portraying these characters.

His turn as Tommy Lee in Hulu's hit series Pam & Tommy earned him a nomination for the Critics' Choice Award’s Best Actor in a Limited Series award. His portrayal of a young Donald Trump in The Apprentice, most recently, bagged him a slew of nominations from the Academy, BAFTA, and the Golden Globes.

In case you’re curious, the film charts his journey as a young real estate businessman under the tutelage of cutthroat lawyer Roy Cohn, played by Jeremy Strong. It’s a dramatised look into how Cohn’s ruthless tactics for wealth and power trickled down to Trump, eventually leading him down the path to becoming the uncurbed president we know today.

Santos de Cartier Titanium large model, 39.8mm titanium case with titanium bracelet, CARTIER

Why does Stan love slipping into the skins of men from another time? We can’t say for sure—but one clue might be his obsession with classic Hollywood cinema. The period of the ‘40s and ‘50s in particular captivate him, not just for the performances, the filmmaking, or atmosphere, but for the style. Watching those old reels with grains that seemed to dance, he noticed a familiar object gleaming on the wrists of actors he admired: Cartier watches.

So he started wearing them himself. The Santos de Cartier collection holds special appeal for him—not just for its iconic design thick with historical richness, but for its versatility. Pair it with a dapper suit or wear it slightly loose with a linen shirt on a casual Sunday—it’ll work. Over time, it has become a bedrock of his personal style, which he admittedly feels he cannot leave the house without.

Knowing all this now, it makes perfect sense for Stan to join the Maison as a friend of the house. Earlier this year, he fronted the campaign of the Santos de Cartier petite model debut, which was revealed during Watches and Wonders in Geneva. Just four months later, he’s back under the bright lights of the studio to help unveil two striking new additions to the Santos family: Santos Titanium and Santos Black Dial.

Santos de Cartier Titanium large model, 39.8mm titanium case with titanium bracelet, CARTIER

At first glance, the Santos Titanium looks like its steel siblings, but put it on and you’ll feel it is anything but that. Its titanium construct not only gives the watch a matte sheen, but also allows it to weigh 43% lighter and 1.5 times harder than steel.

Trinity ring in yellow gold, white gold, and pink gold, Santos de Cartier Black Dial large model, 39.8mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bracelet, CARTIER

The Santos Black Dial, on the other hand, flips the equation completely. Its large frame is constructed of steel, but where it sets itself apart is with its half-satin, half-sunburst dial that grants the watch the ability to catch and play with light as it moves across the velvety surface, giving the darkness a sense of depth. I mean, come on, who doesn’t like a black Cartier dial. But what does the man himself think of the new pair?

“They both have a strong, masculine energy,” he says. “I’m really into how Cartier explores materials and plays with that hardware aesthetic— I think it reflects the Maison’s creativity in a powerful way.”

I’ll leave you to admire Stan in all his Cartier-loving glory.

Clash de Cartier ring medium model in white gold, Clash de Cartier bracelet medium model in white gold, Santos de Cartier Black Dial large model, 39.8mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bracelet, CARTIER

But enough about the Santos, let’s zoom out for a moment. This is, after all, a watch column, but watches aren’t just about design. They’re about time.

Sweating it out for the perfect role, waiting for the right project, learning to be patient with the process of filmmaking—time has pressed itself onto every milestone of Stan’s career, as it does so to every last living soul. But time is an unrelenting and cruel thing, and it runs through our fingers no matter how tightly we grip our fists. For Stan, it’s this very thought that gives meaning to our lives.

So he doesn’t think too much about it—or at least he tries to, by staying present in the moment. In this sense, the watches he wears cease to become a mere time-telling machine on his wrist, but a reminder of the value of time. Well, how does he like his reminder to look like? Besides having a square case with exposed screws, of course.

“For me, it needs to be something with presence,” Stan says. But that presence has to come from within, because beyond its design, it’s about how it makes you feel when you wear it. That, in turn, radiates that energy outwards, telling others something about you with just a glance.

But if you want the more pragmatic reason, it's this: “I also like having a watch because otherwise, I’m constantly checking my phone.”

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SEBASTIAN STAN IN CARTIER for Esquire Singapore By Mathieu Rainaud

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SEBASTIAN STAN, CHASE CRAWFORD, ETHAN RUSSELL & EVELYN KARAMANOS At Golden Globes After-Party

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