Ian Somerhalder reflected on his wife Nikki Reed's 2003 film 'Thirteen', acknowledging its controversial depiction of underage substance abuse and sexual behavior as particularly challenging to watch now that he is a father. Nikki, who co-wrote and starred in the film, expressed pride in her past, emphasizing her personal growth and the influence of her modest upbringing in Los Angeles. During an interview on SiriusXM’s The Julia Cunningham Show, the couple discussed their shift from acting to focusing on their supplements company, The Absorption Company. Ian mentioned a transition away from acting, while Nikki described it as a period of integrating their business pursuits with their passions rather than a complete departure from Hollywood. The couple remains grateful for the opportunities provided by the entertainment industry, despite not being actively involved in acting at the moment.

Ian Somerhalder shared his mixed feelings about the film 'Thirteen', which his wife Nikki Reed co-wrote and starred in, particularly due to its intense themes of underage substance abuse and sexual behavior, which he finds difficult to watch as a father.

Nikki Reed, in reflecting on 'Thirteen', embraced her challenging upbringing and expressed pride in her personal journey, noting that her experiences and curiosity helped shape her into who she is today.

Both Ian and Nikki discussed their career trajectories, indicating a shift from acting to focusing on their business endeavors, specifically their supplements company, The Absorption Company.

Ian described their move as stepping away from acting, crediting the entertainment industry for providing them with valuable platforms, while Nikki sees it as a transitional phase where they are aligning their business with their passions.

Despite their current focus on business, Nikki clarified that they have not permanently left Hollywood, suggesting they are exploring new ways to integrate their creative and business interests.

The couple reminisced about their experiences and the support they received from the industry, which has allowed them to pursue new ventures while maintaining a connection to their past careers.

Nikki highlighted the importance of curiosity and passion in pursuing her interests independently, reflecting on how her modest upbringing and determination have been central to her success.

Ian Somerhalder is reacting to his wife Nikki Reed‘s controversial film Thirteen.

If you didn’t know, Nikki co-wrote and starred in the semi-autobiographical movie in 2003, which depicted underage substance abuse and sexual behavior.

Now, Ian, who shares a 7-year-old daughter and 1-year-old son with Nikki, is voicing his thoughts on the film.

“As a dad now, I watch it and I go, I throw up in my mouth a little bit. But it’s incredible,” he said while on “SiriusXM’s The Julia Cunningham Show“.

Meanwhile, Nikki described what the project means to her years later.

“I really embraced the fact that I grew up, I lived on fast food and diet sodas, and I smoked cigarettes I have the most wonderful mom who raised two kids in Los Angeles making $16,000 a year on her own and I really embrace that, the arc of this journey, where I am now versus the tools I had growing up,” she said.

“I think it speaks volumes to all of these were passion areas of mine that I pursued on my own, which for anyone listening, curiosity is the best, that’s the best thing you can have,” she added.

In the interview, Ian and Nikki also discussed the trajectory of their acting careers while working on their supplements company, The Absorption Company.

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“We walked away from our careers and acting. But the entertainment world really gave us these amazing platforms, so we’re super grateful for it,” the Vampire Diaries star said.

However, Nikki clarified that the couple have not permanently left Hollywood to pursue their business.

“He talks about walking away a lot. I don’t view like a walk away. I sort of view a nice transitional moment right now of figuring out how to really marry business with passion,” she said.

If you didn’t see, last year, the Ian and Nikki talked about their life away from acting.