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Rebel Wilson is speaking plainly about boundaries and respect on film sets. The actor has been open about learning when to push back and what to do when a situation crosses the line. She has also said that her training in law helped her navigate tough moments and report them through the proper channels.

The conversation around her experiences has resurfaced alongside her recent reflections on past projects and how she now sets firm rules for herself. She has described wanting a healthier environment at work and a willingness to call out behavior that is not okay, no matter who is involved.

Wilson previously revealed that a male co star exposed himself during a private meeting. In her words, “He called me into a room and pulled down his pants.” She added, “It was awful and disgusting.” She said the encounter happened years ago and that others were present nearby.

According to Wilson, the incident did not end there. She said that after she reported what happened, the actor tried to make things difficult for her professionally. As she put it, “And all the behavior afterwards — this was all before #MeToo — where they kind of tried to destroy me and my career.” She also said she later learned she was not the first to raise concerns about the man.

Wilson has shared that the experience shaped how she handles uncomfortable scenes and requests on set. When she felt pressured to do things she found humiliating or outside what was agreed, she says she pushed back. That stance has extended to creative choices on projects such as ‘The Brothers Grimsby’ and to stories recounted in her memoir ‘Rebel Rising’. She has described working on ‘The Brothers Grimsby’ as the worst professional experience of her career and says she initially stayed quiet to avoid being labeled a problem.

She has also spoken about why she finally chose to address the behavior publicly. “Such gross behavior, but a lot of women have had it way worse,” she said, explaining that hearing other women speak up helped her find her own voice. She has encouraged people in similar situations to document everything and to use official reporting paths so there is a record, even if it feels intimidating in the moment.

Wilson continues to balance honesty about what happened with an emphasis on moving forward. She has put a spotlight on the power dynamics that can make sets uncomfortable and on the importance of consent and communication for any performance. Her message is simple and direct. Everyone deserves to feel safe at work. That includes the star at the center of the story and the crew members who make it all happen.