Anderson Slams PR-Stunt Claims at Deauville Festival

PARIS, Sept. 7, 2025 - Pamela Anderson forcefully rejected suggestions that her off-screen romance with co-star Liam Neeson was orchestrated for publicity during her acceptance of the Deauville Talent Award at the Deauville American Film Festival today.

The Baywatch alum used her award speech to underscore her commitment to authenticity, calling PR-stunt accusations “a death sentence” and insisting that her personal life remains off-limits to media speculation.

Nut Graf

By addressing swirling rumors head-on on one of cinema’s most prestigious stages, Anderson reminded audiences and industry insiders alike that her career resurgence is built on hard work and genuine passion rather than manufactured headlines.

Rebutting Rumors of a ‘Fake’ Romance

  • Anderson declared, “I do not and will never feed into PR stunts. That would be a death sentence. I’m authentically driven” and emphasized her superstition about love, stating she’s “not comfortable sharing any shred of [her] romantic life.”
  • She characterized romantic chemistry on-screen as her métier: “I know I’ll fall in love again and again on screen… If we do it well, you will feel it. It is the greatest compliment.”

Career Tribute and Future Outlook

Anderson, 58, received the festival’s Deauville Talent Award in recognition of her contributions to film and philanthropy. She reflected on her evolving legacy:

  • Highlighted her late-career acclaim following nominations for her role in The Last Showgirl.
  • Called for positive thinking and sincerity from both audiences and press.
  • Invited filmmakers, notably Werner Herzog, to collaborate, declaring herself “ready to dive into the end with any of you.”

Context and Reaction

The speech comes amid renewed public interest in Anderson’s personal narrative after July reports of her budding relationship with Neeson, 73. Insiders have defended the connection as “genuine” and not publicity-driven. Anderson’s Deauville remarks aim to refocus attention on her craft rather than tabloid chatter.