Olivia Wilde Laughs Off Viral Video: "I'M Not A Resurrected Corpse!"

Olivia Wilde Sets the Record Straight

Olivia Wilde is here to clear the air – and she’s doing it with a smile. The 42-year-old actress and director found herself at the center of a viral storm after "startling" footage of her at the San Francisco Film Festival made waves online. But Wilde isn’t one to shy away from a little controversy.

Family Fun with a Side of Humor

Taking to her Instagram Stories, Wilde shared a hilarious exchange with her younger brother, Charles Cockburn. With a playful jab, Charles asked, "Olivia Wilde, do you care to address recent rumours that you're a resurrected corpse?" Her response? A laugh-filled video that showcased her good humor and candidness.

“Listen, that is a fisheye lens,” Wilde joked, clearly amused by the situation. “And I admit, is that my best angle? Was that my best-ever look? No. No, it's startling. It's a startling image.”

The Viral Moment and Its Aftermath

The buzz began when Wilde appeared at the film festival to promote her latest project, "The Invite." An interview clip went viral, drawing comparisons between Wilde and the iconic Gollum from "Lord of the Rings," thanks to some unflattering camera angles.

Wilde took the incident in stride, acknowledging the odd lens choice and her proximity to the camera. “I don't know why I was so close to the camera. I didn't have to be. That's not the truth,” she quipped, before reassuring fans, "I'm not dead." Her ability to laugh off the situation only endeared her more to fans.

Embracing the Attention

Despite the initial criticism, Wilde managed to flip the narrative. She even posted the video online, with a cheeky note saying, "Leave it to your little brother to give you the maximum amount of shit." Her light-hearted approach highlighted her resilience and self-confidence amid the chatter.

At the festival, Wilde was there to discuss "The Invite," a film featuring stars like Seth Rogan, Penelope Cruz, and Edward Norton. The movie, an adaptation of the Spanish film "The People Upstairs," explores the dynamics of two very different couples.

Olivia Wilde's ability to turn a potentially embarrassing moment into a humorous anecdote shows her knack for handling the spotlight with grace. And as always, she continues to captivate audiences both on and off the screen.