As part of TW Lit Fest 2025!

In conversation with Gaby Huddart

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon as the charismatic and multifaceted Rupert Everett discusses his debut collection of short stories, The American No with Gaby Huddart. 
Rupert will offer a rare glimpse into his extraordinary career and the inspirations behind his brilliantly witty and tender stories.

From his acclaimed acting roles in My Best Friend's Wedding and The Happy Prince to his richly layered writing, Rupert Everett has dazzled audiences for decades. Now, with The American No he takes us on a new journey—one filled with love, loss, glamour, and the unexpected.

Each of the eight stories in this collection showcases Rupert's extraordinary ability to blend humour, emotion, and sharp observation. From the ferociously cutthroat world of a Los Angeles talent agency to Oscar Wilde's poignant last moments in Paris, they each draw on his extensive experience in film and theatre.

Whether you are a fan of Rupert's film roles, his stage performances, or his literary works, join us for a conversation between two distinctive voices of our time, reflecting on the joy and challenges of transitioning from acting to writing.

Rupert Everett is an actor, writer and director. He has appeared in film and TV productions including Napoleon, Shrek 2 (as Prince Charming), Inspector Gadget, Funny Woman, and My Best Friend's Wedding. His memoir, Red Carpets and other Banana Skins, was a Sunday Times bestseller and its sequel Vanished Years won the Sheridan Morley prize for biography.

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Part of Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival 2025. TW Literary Festival 2025 will be running from May 5th to 11th. More authors to be announced very soon!