Aimee Lou Wood on Overcoming Body Dysmorphia Through Acting
Aimee Lou Wood is an English actress and writer known for her work on stage and screen. She won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Female Comedy Performance for her role in Sex Education.
Career Highlights
- Film Club
- Toxic Town
- Daddy Issues
- The Electrical Life of Louis Wain
- Uncle Vanya
- Living
Dealing with Body Dysmorphia
Aimee Lou Wood shared that her character Chelsea in White Lotus helped her move past body dysmorphia. Instead of focusing on her personal concerns, she embraced what her character wanted, which she found liberating.
"I shook myself out of it by thinking, 'It’s not about whether Aimee wants to show her body or not – Chelsea does.' Acting has always been a safe place for me to work out my feelings. I think for that reason a role will hit me in the heart, in the gut."
Mental Health Journey
Alongside body dysmorphia, Aimee has faced bulimia and social anxiety during her teenage years and was diagnosed with ADHD in early 2025. Acting has played a crucial role in shifting her mindset and helping her cope.
"I don’t need everyone to understand me. The people that get me, get me."
Personal Reflection
Aimee often needs time to separate herself from a character but values the insights and growth that come from the process. She considers acting a meaningful outlet for exploring emotions and self-understanding.
Summary: Aimee Lou Wood credits acting and embodying her character Chelsea for helping her manage body dysmorphia and mental health challenges, highlighting the therapeutic power of performance.