Zoë Kravitz on Her British Vogue Cover, Being A “Cool Girl”, and Wearing Braids on the Red Carpet

Zoë Kravitz on Her British Vogue Cover, Being A “Cool Girl”, and Wearing Braids on the Red Carpet

June 11, 2026 · 51 min

About this episode

Zoë Kravitz discusses her experiences with identity, fashion, and her upcoming film in an interview with Chioma.

As someone who has been in the spotlight for most of her life, Zoë Kravitz is still figuring out how to navigate the way that fans see her. “I know a lot of people will tell me after we get to know each other that I seem intimidating or standoffish, or like maybe I’m a bitch or something, which I think is funny ’cause I don’t think that’s who I am,” she tells Chioma on this Thursday’s episode of The Run-Through. Often regarded as a “cool girl” for her effortless style and unmistakable talent as an actress and director, Zoë admits she doesn’t connect with that identifier. “I don’t really know what the word cool even means anymore. We kind of throw these words around like cool and iconic, and I’m like, ‘What are we talking about?’ But it’s funny. I think in some ways it’s a compliment because, you know, maybe it just means that I seem relaxed and kind of comfortable in my own skin.” Over the past year, the British Vogue cover star has made headlines with her rumored engagement to Harry Styles. But in this candid interview, she discusses her life beyond the media circus—from starring in an upcoming heist film, How to Rob a Bank , alongside her friend and frequent co-star Nicholas…

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Host: Chioma

Guest: Zoë Kravitz

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Organizations: British Vogue

Books & works: How to Rob a Bank

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