Actress Zendaya stars in Euphoria, the new HBO teen drama causing controversy and breaking boundaries. And the 22-year-old says that she has never felt more 'captured' by a role in her career as she has that of drug-addicted Rue, who she plays in the risque series. Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, the star said: 'In many ways it's the way my brain works as well. I just felt so connected to her, even though we have very different lives. For some reason I feel very similar to her.' 'I feel so connected to her': Zendaya (pictured) said she's 'very similar' to Rue, her character in controversial sex and drugs fuelled teen drama Euphoria, in an interview published Saturday Check, mate! Get ahead for Autumn with a dogtooth blazer like Zendaya Alexandre Vauthier dogtooth jacket Click to shop the current collection Buy now Zendaya touched down in London looking the epitome of British heritage style for the Spiderman photocall! The actress opted for an elegant ensemble, teaming her dogtooth blazer with a pie crust collar shirt, a regal neck scarf, tailored trousers and courts. Naturally no English dandy look would be complete without a waistcoat - not to mention the pocket watch and pipe we can only presume are tucked into one of those pockets? Goals! Zendaya's outfit is by legendary designer Alexandre Vauthier, and whilst the look isn't currently available to buy the high street has got in on the act early. No need to hunt around though, as we've done the hard work for you, meaning you'll have more time to spend watching Country File and The Antiques Roadshow. Check out the carousel below to peruse our favourites from Simon Miller, M&S, Reiss and AllSaints. Jolly good! * PRICES MAY NOT BE AS ADVERTISED ...NOW GET ONE LIKE IT Previous Next £29.50 Marks & Spencer dogtooth blazer Buy now £600 Simon Miller at NET-A-PORTER check blazer (reduced to £240) Buy now £265 Reiss dogtooth blazer (reduced to £170) Buy now £228 All Saints check blazer Buy now The American actress added that while the show features sex, drugs and racy story-lines, she believes it simply reflects reality. 'The stories in the show aren't that crazy, they're not that far-fetched or wild because they're true and honest. 'It only surprises people because our characters are so young, but that doesn't mean it's not happening,' she told the publication. In Euphoria, Zendaya plays 17-year-old Rue Bennett, a troubled teenager who is just returning home from a stint in rehab, after a near-fatal overdose. Tough: Zendaya plays 17-year-old Rue Bennett, a troubled teenager who is just returning home from a stint in rehab, after a near-fatal overdose. Zendaya is pictured in Euphoria Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, she said: 'In many ways it's the way my brain works as well. I just felt so connected to her, even though we have very different lives. For some reason I feel very similar to her.' Zendaya is pictured in Euphoria Rue was born just
Zendaya 'very similar' to character in controversial drama Euphoria
Actress Zendaya stars in Euphoria, the new HBO teen drama causing controversy and breaking boundaries. And the 22-year-old says that she has never felt more 'captured' by a role in her career as she has that of drug-addicted Rue, who she plays in the risque series. Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, the star said: 'In many ways it's the way my brain works as well. I just felt so connected to her, even though we have very different lives. For some reason I feel very similar to her.' 'I feel so connected to her': Zendaya (pictured) said she's 'very similar' to Rue, her character in controversial sex and drugs fuelled teen drama Euphoria, in an interview published Saturday Check, mate! Get ahead for Autumn with a dogtooth blazer like Zendaya Alexandre Vauthier dogtooth jacket Click to shop the current collection Buy now Zendaya touched down in London looking the epitome of British heritage style for the Spiderman photocall! The actress opted for an elegant ensemble, teaming her dogtooth blazer with a pie crust collar shirt, a regal neck scarf, tailored trousers and courts. Naturally no English dandy look would be complete without a waistcoat - not to mention the pocket watch and pipe we can only presume are tucked into one of those pockets? Goals! Zendaya's outfit is by legendary designer Alexandre Vauthier, and whilst the look isn't currently available to buy the high street has got in on the act early. No need to hunt around though, as we've done the hard work for you, meaning you'll have more time to spend watching Country File and The Antiques Roadshow. Check out the carousel below to peruse our favourites from Simon Miller, M&S, Reiss and AllSaints. Jolly good! * PRICES MAY NOT BE AS ADVERTISED ...NOW GET ONE LIKE IT Previous Next £29.50 Marks & Spencer dogtooth blazer Buy now £600 Simon Miller at NET-A-PORTER check blazer (reduced to £240) Buy now £265 Reiss dogtooth blazer (reduced to £170) Buy now £228 All Saints check blazer Buy now The American actress added that while the show features sex, drugs and racy story-lines, she believes it simply reflects reality. 'The stories in the show aren't that crazy, they're not that far-fetched or wild because they're true and honest. 'It only surprises people because our characters are so young, but that doesn't mean it's not happening,' she told the publication. In Euphoria, Zendaya plays 17-year-old Rue Bennett, a troubled teenager who is just returning home from a stint in rehab, after a near-fatal overdose. Tough: Zendaya plays 17-year-old Rue Bennett, a troubled teenager who is just returning home from a stint in rehab, after a near-fatal overdose. Zendaya is pictured in Euphoria Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, she said: 'In many ways it's the way my brain works as well. I just felt so connected to her, even though we have very different lives. For some reason I feel very similar to her.' Zendaya is pictured in Euphoria Rue was born just
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