Pamela Anderson has opened up about feeling vindicated by recent award nominations for her new film "The Last Showgirl" following the unauthorized Hulu series about her life.
Speaking on SiriusXM's Andy Cohen Live, Anderson, 56, revealed she was completely unaware of "Pam & Tommy" until after its production. "I didn't have any involvement. No one called me, which was so strange, and that was hurtful," she shared.
The actress expressed concerns about the ethics of creating content about someone's life without their consent. "I think ethically it's illegal," Anderson stated, though acknowledging that as a public figure, she was often told she was "fair game."
The Hulu series, starring Lily James and Sebastian Stan, dramatized Anderson's relationship with Tommy Lee and their infamous stolen sex tape scandal from 1995. While the show garnered multiple Emmy nominations, including acting nods for its stars, Anderson was never consulted.
"It was kind of a strange thing to pick a very terrible time in my life and make entertainment," Anderson reflected. She noted the irony of others winning awards for portraying her life story.
Now, Anderson is experiencing her own success with "The Last Showgirl," earning nominations at prestigious events including the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Gotham Awards, and Golden Globe Awards.
"I'm being seen and recognized for my work and not these tawdry moments," Anderson said, describing her current recognition as "the best payback."
The actress maintains no ill will toward James, who attempted to reach out before filming. "It's not the actors' fault. I'm sure she's a great actress," Anderson commented, though she chose not to read James's letter at the time.
"The Last Showgirl" is currently playing in theaters, marking a new chapter in Anderson's career focused on her artistic achievements rather than past controversies.