Logan star Dafne Keen says she was offered drugs at Hollywood parties when she was 11
Dafne Keen has opened up about the disturbing reality of growing up in the film industry, revealing she was offered cocaine at wrap parties as a child.
In a candid new interview, the former child star went on to claim that her experiences left her with no interest in drugs or alcohol.
Keen, 21, best known for playing Laura, the young mutant alongside Hugh Jackman's Wolverine in the 2017 Marvel hit Logan, has revealed that she was offered cocaine at industry parties when she was as young as 11.
Speaking on the Inside of You podcast with host Michael Rosenbaum this week, the actress reflected on her relationship with drinking.
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She began by recalling observing substance use from a young age, claiming she was exposed to situations that many adults would find uncomfortable, which shaped her attitude towards alcohol and drugs.
"I was getting offered coke at wrap parties," she told Rosenbaum.
When the podcast host questioned how old she had been at the time, Keen replied: "Like, tiny. Like 11, 12, 13."
She explained that seeing this behaviour while growing up made her realise it was something she had no desire to be involved in.
"So I saw what that was, so I was like, 'I don't really have any interest in that'… I was saying no, fortunately," she continued.
Keen did not identify who allegedly offered her the substances or specify which productions the wrap parties were connected to.
Her comments have sparked fresh conversations about the pressures and environments young performers can encounter while working in the entertainment industry, particularly when navigating spaces predominantly occupied by adults.
Despite her experiences, the rising star appears comfortable with her decision to remain sober, revealing that she still enjoys going out, socialising and experiencing nightlife without needing alcohol or drugs.
"I'll go out and stay out 'til 6, but sober," she explained, adding that she enjoys music, dancing and being around people.
Dafne also revealed that, as a teenager, she occasionally made up excuses to avoid feeling pressured into drinking.
She recalled telling people she had already taken something, despite being completely sober, because she did not want to deal with questions about why she was not drinking.
"Dead sober. Like, the goodest goody-two-shoes ever," she joked.
However, while her recollections highlight some of the less glamorous aspects of growing up in the industry, Keen was also keen to reflect on the people who made her experience on set a positive one.
In particular, she spoke warmly about her Logan co-star Hugh Jackman, crediting the Australian actor with making her feel supported and protected throughout filming.
Dafne played Laura, also known as X-23, in the 2017 superhero flick, which saw her star opposite Jackman as a young mutant with similar abilities to his character, Wolverine.
Reflecting on their working relationship, she praised the actor for the encouragement and guidance he gave her during what was a major moment in her young career.
"He gave me a lot of really positive reinforcement and a lot of really good advice. And he was always so lovely," she gushed.
Describing Jackman as an important presence during filming, Keen added that he made sure she was enjoying herself and that her working hours were being respected.
"He genuinely felt like a sort of parental figure," she recalled.
She also praised him for keeping her away from tensions behind the scenes, saying he was incredibly protective of her.
The pair's connection clearly remained meaningful, with Keen later making a cameo appearance in 2024's Deadpool & Wolverine, reuniting with Jackman on screen.
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Rhianna Benson
