𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 𝐌𝐄𝐍

𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡 𝐎'𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫. 𝐀𝐰𝐤𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐡. 𝐍𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧. | ROLEPLAY - not the real Josh | all gifs are mine. do not steal them.

[maddisonhills]

Maddi: surprisingly I did. Been jetting off here, there and everywhere so coming home for a bit made sense. I need a normal sleep schedule. You’ve never had any trouble finishing prematurely.

Maddi: lucky for you I am. I also have an amazing sense of direction so no chance of getting lost. Actually, it’s just gps telling me where to go. Bless technology. I would love to. Hiking around there is always amazing. What time were you thinking? Early morning start?

[joshyo]

josh: what is a normal sleep schedule and how can one get one?? you have no idea how envious of you i currently am. did you kick jetlag's arse just like that? hm, i knew there was a reason why i really like you, darling. josh: i always attempt to survive with a map and that always goes to shit, so thank you for taking over the reigns and getting us from point A to point B without issue. let's have an early morning start, beat the heat and we can get back at a decent hour too. i'll bring snacks. what's your favourite erewhon wrap?

[dzaszn-deactivated20250421]

Alright what's your favorite thing to eat on Thanksgiving? I don't even know what I have to cook this year but I do know that I can't wait to taste my mom's cooking. My specialty however is coconut pie and mashed potatoes, my family says I make the best and that makes me smile. What are you plans? @hillsfmsstarters

[joshyo]

as a non-american, how cancelled would i be if i said a lot of the food options aren't that appetising to me? green bean casserole? absolutely not and don't even get me started on sweet potato casserole. i had a serving last year and thought all of my teeth would fall off. maybe this is why i'm not invited to eat anywhere for thanksgiving, hah. are you heading home for the day or are they coming to you for it? i reckon i'll just be getting a little tipsy with mates and watching the parade.

[joshyo]

josh: did you by any chance end up making it to the states after the trip? i flew back for a job thing and that wrapped up much quicker than i thought. insert lame joke about finishing prematurely here...kidding. i've had far too much coffee today and it's made me restless. josh: right, i had an actual purpose to text you, shockingly. are you free tomorrow? i've been dying to go on a little hike in the canyon but i don't want to go alone. mostly because i'm sure to get lost and that does not sound like a good time to me. want to join me?

[aidantrnerr]

Aidan: i'd be pure disappointed if you told me you flew back to los angeles without lettin' me treat you to dinner in london first. i was hopin' we could catch up proper over some grub before ye leave the uk. x / @joshyo

[joshyo]

josh: oh, had i known you wanted to have dinner, i would've gladly extended my stay for a few extra days. hm, maybe next time you come into town, i'll treat you to a dinner instead? i shall be back around the holidays, so there's plenty of opportunities to course-correct.

[joshyo]

Josh O'Connor for SSAW Magazine

[joshyo]

Josh O’Connor covers the latest issue of SSAW Magazine

[maddisonhills]

I'm still standing by the fact that Australian meat pies are the best. But I am willing to admit that your UK pies can come a close second. A non-spooky person? As in you're not a fan of Halloween or you don't believe in ghost? Because I am willing to change your mind on both of those things. My Halloween costume, although not on theme of mythical creatures is very appropriate for our setting. It feels like there's no a lot of places to get some time alone around here so - whisk me away, Josh.

[joshyo]

second place isn't too bad, i suppose. plus, australian meat pies are a nostalgic thing for you, the taste takes you back to childhood. for me, that's a proper shepherd's pie - every time my mum cooks it for me, it tastes like a plate full of comfort. i'm a skeptic, i need to see it to believe in it and never have had a very convincing encounter with the spirits. maybe on this trip, however. you been having a good time so far? ghostbusters was a very clever costume and you looked great in it, giving you and sydney top marks for the whole thing. maybe not but that's where the day trips come in handy.

[joshyo]

Josh O'Connor attending the Halloween Ball at at Eilean Donan castle as Kylo Ren fron Star Wars.

[joshyo]

with the day trip coming to the isle of sky later this week, you best believe i'm taking you a pub and showing you the wonderful world of scottish meat pies. as a non-spooky person, this week is going to be a lot and as such, i'm going to need a flavourful escape. am i also wanting a little alone-time with you as well? hmm, quite possible but i promise the food alone will make it worth your while. / @maddisonhills

[maddisonhills]

Maddi: even if they have a fair idea of what's in the package, since they're the ones who ordered it? what's your latest arts and crafts project? grab the knitting needle a granny was looking at and you may get a handbag whack. don't underestimate the grandmas. is there a right side of tiktok? all i'm getting at the moment is people begging for the disney 100 cards. i never got mirabel last week in the collections and i'm still fuming. no woodys hat for me, yet. but i've got lokis. always supporting you, babe. Maddi: there are probably people out there but i'm not one of them. the final is saturday noon, la time. pretty decent timing - thankful it's not at like, 4am or something. you don't need to know the rules 100. just pick a team and hope they win. and hope it's the correct team. just know that there's many different ways to score a goal in the game. and that the tackles and scrums can get pretty intense. this is real rugby - not the garbage american football where they wear protection. Maddi: i don't like pumpkin pie. you don't like apple pie. how are we still allowed to live in america? it's okay to be wrong about apple pie though. i still accept you with this one flaw. cheese and onion? that sounds like something you put on a toastie, not in a pie. Maddi: do you want to room together? my manager just told me about this trip and i've not a clue how it's all being organised. sneaking around the castle, while fun might make the ghost a lil angry. would make for good photos for the workshop. are you prepared to stir up some spirits?

[joshyo]

josh: if you're ordering loads of packages, how many of them do you actually remember? i'm making a scrap book for my mum, so i've been using lots of glue and alphabet stickers, so i'm always running out of them. i may also need new knitting needles since i've been learning to make socks, so that granny will have to step back. i found myself on the korean convenience store tiktok and i think that's the best side. no one's fighting and you discover so many different kinds of noodles you wanna try. learned to make Tteokbokki because of tiktok so very worth it. i've got no idea what that is but as long as you're enjoying it. josh: i ended up missing the final altogether. were you happy with the result or no? i'm in rome so the time difference is kicking my butt. josh: let's not tell anyone we're like this. i'm also not a fan of american cakes or soda, so really am on thin ice here. maybe my beef is just with apples since i don't enjoy apple cider or the fruit itself. you couldn't be more wrong. you must take a pitstop in london with me and i'll take you to my favourite pub. their cheese and onion pie will change your life. josh: i believe the roommates have been drawn randomly, at least that's what my team said. i'm a scaredy-cat, so i'm trusting you to protect me during these spooky adventures. do not worry however, i'll be sure to make it worth your while.

[deatwithdignity]

josh o'connor behind the scenes aston martin ad (2021) directed by luca guadagnino

[tellingmiles]

While I'm sure it was a pain looking for the best sales, at least you were prepared way in advance for the holiday. The pros and cons to life, I guess. Always fifteen minutes early? I need to take some notes from you because whenever I try my best to get somewhere early, I always fail. It's the kids that are somewhat easy when it comes to gift giving because they spend all year telling you what they want. The adults though or teens...they're the hard ones to buy for. I've just got two sisters and they both have their own families, and we are pretty close to our cousins. So Christmas is a big thing for us Teller's. So, my wallet does ache after the holidays just a bit.

[joshyo]

i absolutely loathe shopping, so biting the bullet and just getting everything done at once and as cheaply as possible is an incredibly underrated strategy. i've been afflicted by this needing to be early thing since i was young, it causes me anxiety if i'm late somewhere. my brain is a delightful place at times. that's true. by the time they're in school, handing them money or a gift card makes everything easier. there's no disappointment quite like showing up with a soft package to a teenager's birthday party. i buy my brothers gift cards too, just for hotel stays or for ticketmaster. low effort and always a hit. that's gotta be a lot of noise and chaos but i imagine in the best way possible. it's not often you can manage to have all the family come together for something, so it's a moment to enjoy.

[maddisonhills]

Maddi: it sounds entertaining? well you're welcome to come and be entertained anytime. with the amount of stuff that goes down on black friday, i bet you'd fly under the radar. people are fighting over halloween blankets? how did i not see videos of this? disappointed. i'm offering both. moral support, but if i see that you're not going to walk away with the blanket then i'll jump in. Maddi: the eye candy is amazing - if you're into really muscly dudes. you could come watch the final with me - you never know, england might walk away with third. pass along their number. i'll message them. won't tell them how i know you, spook them a little, maybe. Maddi: you dislike apple pie?! this is a travesty. i don't know how to process this information. apple pie is the superior one. or apple and blackcurrent. so many options. if we're talking about sweet pies. the best are steak and cheese. i wish america did meat pies the way australia did. i'm a big believer in dreaming about the unrealistic. sometimes it's more realistic than you realize. Maddi: i have to wait until we're back from scotland? are you going to be hiding from me?

[joshyo]

josh: there's something infectious about watching other people open packages, that excitement is palpable. fair, you'd most likely find me in the arts and crafts aisle and that rarely inspires anyone to throw fisticuffs. you must be on the wrong side of tiktok, what a shame. i'll link you to a few of my favourites. hm, maybe i do need to step out of the house during black friday then, if you're offering me support like that. josh: is there someone who doesn't enjoy looking at muscle dudes? when's the final and how quickly can you fill me in on the rules? i can't be showing up not knowing a thing. josh: apple and cinnamon are a terrible combination and i stand by that. even the smell is awfully off-putting. i'm doing my best to not judge you for your pie opinions but it's not the easiest thing i've ever done. australian pies are wonderful but can't hold the candle to a proper steak and ale or cheese and onion pie. should've known you were a dreamer, quite adorable actually. josh: well, what are the chances we're going to end up rooming together? unless you're suggesting finding a quiet, deserted corner in the castle in the castle for this...i'm not opposed, actually.

[mvrgaret]

oh, you'd never interrupt. thank you, i'm so glad you made it out. i won't be forgetting this night for a long time. it was a truly magical night. i don't really have anything planned, no. this was such a huge event that all my energy and planning went into it. i kind of forgot to make plans for the actual day itself. i'm sure i'll think of something later. what have you been up to these days? feels like ages since we've spoken.

[joshyo]

you were the lady of the hour and would've felt wrong to pull you away. i did manage to have a quick chat with your mother however, she was as lovely as ever. oh, i bet planning a party like that took a lot out of you. how did you end up spending the day? it has been quite a bit, which is a true shame. nothing that exciting has been happening,frankly. just trying to get used to living in LA and i've been promoting La Chimera in Europe this week. currently in Rome and attempting to eat my weight in pasta before i leave. will i be seeing you in Scotland next week?

[joshyo]

Josh O'Connor at the 2023 Rome Film Fest.

[phoebedynvr]

She'd watch it still but I know she can't trust herself to keep quiet with her opinion afterwards and I know she won't risk that. Yes, that's definitely what it felt like for this..and to be honest, no, think the weirdos are scared of me now. Which might be the biggest blessing of them all. Speaking of projects coming out – or being postponed, how are you feeling about all of that? Heard Challenger got a big push back? @joshyo

[joshyo]

maybe she'll still watch it and just pretend otherwise? your mother is quite the actress. um, i wonder what's the key to making them scared? because i'd love to know some secrets, sounds like a skill i'd like to master. i was quite upset about them postponing it but there's not much anyone could've done differently because of the circumstances. however, it's worth the wait. i'm promoting la chimera at the rome film festival, so at least one project was released on schedule, which i appreciate.

[paulmscal1]

ah, me dear awkward brit, if there's one thing you can pull off, it's a bonnet and a heaving bosom, no doubt about it. smize, you say? i've been smizing so hard, i reckon i've pulled a muscle in me face. tyra would either be burstin' with pride or absolutely horrified... it's a fine line, it is. and, yeah, i might have indulged in a bit too much ANTM myself, though i'd never publicly own up to it. how about we plan a marathon together soon? now, when it comes to on-set grub, i won't lie, there were a fair few options that resembled rabbit food. but worry not, hidden away was a cheeky sandwich station, and let's just say, quite a few of those ended up in me bag for later. always gotta be prepared for those post-shoot munchies. i'm always ready, keep that in mind for our time together on set. so, how have you been, anyway? i've spotted your name poppin' up in the gossip from time to time – breakin' hearts, are ya?

[joshyo]

it's the role i've been born to play, fainting dramatically when you're in the room. let's hope i don't shatter any bones as i fling myself on the floor. you've clearly been suffering for your art, we all are immensely grateful for it. miss tyra and her kooky world of modeling was and remains a great guilty pleasure that i don't actually feel that guilty for. the season yoanna house won remains my favourite and i will forever be willing to rewatch it. carbs at a fashion shoot? sacré bleu, what's the world coming to. stolen sandwiches taste much better than the ones you'd have to pay for yourself, so i absolutely understand. very much looking forward to seeing you at your element then, mate. oh, those rags are never accurate. they don't serve a purpose outside of being someone's creative writing assignment. i'm doing wonderfully, in Rome for the film festival and i'm staying for a few extra days to eat, sight-see and relax.