British pop star Charli XCX champions Brontë heritage at Wuthering Heights film premiere
British songstress Charli XCX made a striking appearance at the Hollywood premiere of Emerald Fennell's new adaptation of Emily Brontë's timeless masterpiece Wuthering Heights on Wednesday evening, showcasing the enduring power of our literary heritage on the global stage.
The 33-year-old Cambridge-born artist, who penned the soundtrack for this bold new interpretation of the Yorkshire-set classic, joined leading actors Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles for the world premiere.
Dressed in period-inspired glamour befitting Brontë's dramatic tale, Charli opted for a sumptuous gown featuring layers of tulle over a structured gold bodice, complete with a voluminous puffball skirt that commanded attention on the red carpet.
Celebrating British literary tradition
The pop star's involvement in bringing this quintessentially British story to modern audiences reflects the continued global appetite for our nation's literary treasures. Speaking about her musical contribution to the film, Charli previously reflected: "When I think of Wuthering Heights, I think of many things. I think of passion and pain. I think of England. I think of the Moors, I think of the mud and the cold."
Her collaboration with Velvet Underground's John Cale on the track "House," released in November, has garnered significant critical acclaim, demonstrating how contemporary British artists continue to find inspiration in our rich cultural heritage.
A-list cast brings Yorkshire drama to life
Australian actress Margot Robbie takes on the challenging role of Catherine Earnshaw, while Jacob Elordi portrays the brooding Heathcliff in director Emerald Fennell's interpretation of the 1847 novel. The chemistry between the leads was evident at Wednesday's premiere, though both stars maintain their respective relationships off-screen.
Robbie, married to British film producer Tom Ackerley since 2016, co-founded LuckyChap Entertainment, the production company behind this ambitious adaptation. The couple, who share a one-year-old son, stood together at the premiere, with Ackerley supporting his wife's latest venture.
The film's promotional campaign has included symbolic gestures honouring Brontë's legacy, including matching signet rings gifted between the leads featuring embracing skeletons and the inscription "Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same," alongside the years "1847-2026" marking the novel's publication and the film's release.
Wuthering Heights is scheduled for theatrical release on 13th February, just ahead of Valentine's Day, promising to introduce Brontë's passionate tale of love and revenge to a new generation of audiences worldwide.