Hollywood superstar Julia Roberts brought a smile to many faces recently after sharing a light-hearted moment during her morning coffee. She joked that she “ordered a cup of Joe but got a cup of Julia instead.”
On Instagram, Roberts posted a picture of a steaming cup of coffee on her table, featuring a unique latte art that showcased her own face foamed right into the drink. For the caption, the “Pretty Woman” star playfully wrote: “Ordered a cup of Joe….got a cup o Julia (sic).”
Recent Work and Upcoming Projects
On the acting front, Roberts, affectionately known as America’s sweetheart, was recently seen in “After the Hunt,” a psychological thriller directed by Luca Guadagnino. The film also stars Ayo Edebiri, Andrew Garfield, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Chloë Sevigny. It follows Alma, a college professor navigating a sexual abuse accusation involving one of her students and a colleague. The film had its world premiere out of competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 29, 2025.
Looking ahead, she will star in the upcoming thriller “Panic Carefully,” directed by Sam Esmail. This project features an impressive ensemble including Elizabeth Olsen, Eddie Redmayne, Brian Tyree Henry, Ben Chaplin, Aidan Gillen, and Joe Alwyn.
Accolades and Career Highlights
The 58-year-old actress has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. She gained fame for her portrayal of charming and relatable characters in romantic comedies and blockbusters before diversifying into dramas, thrillers, and independent films.
Roberts had breakthrough roles in “Mystic Pizza” in 1988 and “Steel Magnolias” in 1989. She became a household name with her performances in romantic comedies like “Pretty Woman,” “My Best Friend’s Wedding,” “Notting Hill,” and “Runaway Bride.”
Her impressive filmography also includes titles such as “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Ocean’s Twelve,” “Charlie Wilson’s War,” “Valentine’s Day,” “Eat Pray Love,” “August: Osage County,” “Wonder,” “Ticket to Paradise,” “Leave the World Behind,” and “After the Hunt.”