In a recent appearance on CBS Mornings, Julia Roberts, now 56, took fans on a captivating journey into the imagined futures of some of her most iconic film characters. The discussion centered around the destinies of Vivian and Edward, the beloved duo from the timeless romantic classic ‘Pretty Woman,’ providing a poignant narrative for the characters portrayed by Roberts and Richard Gere over three decades ago.
Roberts shared her imaginative take on Vivian and Edward’s fate, revealing, “I think he passed away peacefully in his sleep from a heart attack, smiling. And now she runs his business.” This revelation brought a bittersweet yet strangely fulfilling closure to the characters whose love story enchanted audiences in 1990.
The actress expanded the conversation to other notable roles, offering fans insights into her creative musings about the lives of her on-screen personas. For Maggie and Ike from ‘Runaway Bride,’ she envisioned a happily ever after, stating, “They stay together. He doesn’t die in this one. They’re gonna stay together.”
Reflecting on her earlier film ‘Mystic Pizza,’ Roberts expressed optimism about the future of Daisy and Charles, played by Adam Storke. “Let’s hope they’re still together and they have a bunch of cute little kiddos,” she remarked, revealing a tender attachment to the characters that marked the beginning of her career.
The actress didn’t stop there; she also delved into the postscript of her character Anna from ‘Notting Hill,’ envisioning, “She’s retired. She has six children and has maintained her waist size, amazingly,” adding, “He runs the bookshop still. And now there’s a little knitting annex to the bookshop that she runs.”
Julia Roberts’ insights into the potential futures of these beloved characters not only showcased her enduring affection for the roles that have defined her career but also offered fans a delightful journey into the “what ifs” of some of cinema’s most cherished romances. As she continues to captivate audiences, her reflections provide a unique blend of nostalgia and imagination, breathing new life into characters that have left an indelible mark on the world of film.