Boundaries in showbiz: actors who won't strip for the screen -

Actors are being asked to fully dedicate themselves to their roles, and many of them not only put their emotions on the line, but also their physical bodies. However, a growing amount of celebrities are setting boundaries about how much they far they'll go, and for whom.

Curious? Take a look at the gallery to find out which actors and actresses who refuse to bare it all on camera.

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Keira Knightley -

Keira Knightley has previously appeared in intimate scenes in her movies, but in 2021 she incorporated a no-nudity clause into her contract. During an episode of the 'Chanel Connects' podcast, the actress discussed her decision to no longer do naked or sex scenes, particularly with male directors, after becoming a mother. "It’s partly vanity and also it’s the male gaze," she said. "I feel very uncomfortable now trying to portray the male gaze."

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Sarah Jessica Parker -

Sarah Jessica Parker, known for her role in 'Sex and the City,' had a clause in her contract that prohibited nudity. She stated that she is a private individual and not particularly pleased with her physical appearance. Furthermore, she emphasized her refusal to allow anyone to portray her in a naked scene: "And you couldn’t pay me enough to have someone pretend they were me doing a naked scene. No body doubles—that’s part of my contract," she added.

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Mila Kunis -

If you believe you saw the posterior of Mila Kunis in the film 'Friends with Benefits' (2011), prepare for a letdown. The actress actually employed a stand-in for her behind. Mila justified this decision, stating, "I showed side-boob, and I figured I can’t just give away everything all at once," she explained. "I gotta let it all out in little pieces here and there."

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Hilary Duff -

Hilary Duff began her acting journey on the Disney Channel and is recognized for her generally wholesome reputation. She explained,  "If I do a movie I want to be myself. I don’t want to take my top off or anything. In the States, it seems it’s the trend to turn 18 or 19 and then take your shirt off and do something crazy, and I don’t know what comes after that."

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Julia Roberts -

The actress has consistently opposed nudity in her films, including her legs for the character Vivian in 'Pretty Woman' (1990) which were actually those of a body double. Getting undressed on-screen was just "not her thing," she stated.

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Rebel Wilson -

The Australian actress employed a body double for the nude scenes in 'The Brothers Grimsby' (2016). She said that, "We write in the contract, specifically, 'No nudity.'"

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Jennifer Garner -

Actress Jennifer Garner firmly rejects the idea of appearing naked in movies. Garner has stated, "I will not be taking it all off!" she said. "No thank you. The world deserves better. Not interested," she once told MTV. Well, that's pretty clear!

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Samuel L. Jackson -

Samuel L. Jackson has discussed why he chooses not to appear completely undressed in films, and it appears to be a size issue... During an interview on the 'Howard Stern Show,' Jackson was asked by the host if he believes his manhood is not large enough to be showcased on screen. In response, he said, "I don't know if it's formidable enough. My aura's so big, I don't know if my [expletive] is big enough to fill my aura."

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Kristen Bell -

Actress Kristen Bell added a contract clause that prohibits her from appearing nude in the comedy series 'House of Lies.' In an interview with Women's Health magazine, she emphasized her commitment to modesty: "I don't show my crack! All the Mr. Skins of the world are like, 'Ooh, Kristen get naked!' I'm like, 'Dream on!'"

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Blake Lively -

It is highly unlikely that the gorgeous Blake Lively will ever appear nude on television. According to the actress, seeing nudity in movies always tends to divert her attention. As she states: "When I see nudity in movies, I am always distracted by it. I know that if I am watching a scene and someone has their boobs out, then that's all I'm looking at - I can't help it. I just don't think that will ever be right for me."

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Anna Kendrick -

Anna Kendrick, known for her role in 'Twilight,' has made it clear that she is opposed to appearing naked in films. "I have been lucky because I have not been pigeonholed into the teenage movie category. I am not criticizing people who do [naked scenes] but I plan to keep doing what I am doing and hope it keeps going good," she told London's Daily Telegraph.

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Owen Wilson -

In the comedy film 'You, Me and Dupree' (2006), Owen Wilson did not actually appear naked. Instead, a body double was used for that particular scene. Apologies, but it was not his butt!

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Emma Watson -

Emma Watson has kept her good girl image since portraying Hermione Granger in 'Harry Potter.' This doesn't trouble her whatsoever. Rather, Watson prefers to be remembered as Hermione and adamantly declines any opportunities to disrobe on screen.

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Jessica Alba -

Jessica Alba, known for her role as a stripper in 'Sin City' (2005), has made it clear that she will not participate in any naked scenes. In an interview with Glamour, she revealed her reasoning: "I don’t want my grandparents to see my boobs. That’s it. It would be weird at Christmas."

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Ricky Gervais -

Reportedly, the British comedian announced his decision to never partake in a sex scene. He expressed, "I don't want to see this body. Nobody does!" he reportedly told The Sun.

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Rachel Bilson -

'The O.C.' actress won't appear nude on screen, and it reportedly nearly cost her a role in the film 'The Last Kiss' (2006).

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Jessica Simpson -

In an interview with Allure, Jessica Simpson, stated firmly: "I will never do nudity. I don’t care how dark and intellectual the role could be … I don’t care if I frickin’ could get an Oscar for it, I’m not going to do it. Those accolades mean nothing to me."

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Isla Fisher -

In the movie 'Wedding Crashers' (2005), actress Jane Seymour appeared completely nude, while Isla Fisher opted for a body double for her nude scene.

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Neal McDonough -

Neal McDonough was terminated from the TV series 'Scoundrels' within a mere three days due to his unwillingness to perform intimate scenes. "After that, I couldn’t get a job because everybody thought I was this religious zealot. I am very religious. I put God and family first, and me second. That’s what I live by. It was hard for a few years," he reflected.

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Lena Headey -

The actress portrayed Cersei Lannister in the popular television series 'Game of Thrones,' which was renowned for its frequent sex scenes. However, she opted to use a body double for her scenes with her own head digitally added onto the body double

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Mandy Moore -

Mandy Moore has openly shared that she considers herself a humble individual. In the film 'Chasing Liberty' (2004), she decided to enlist a body double for her naked scene. During an interview with USA Today, she expressed, "It would be completely uncomfortable to walk down the street and know that the person passing by had seen me without my clothes on."

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Sarah Michelle Gellar -

Sarah Michelle Gellar is known for her modesty and refusal to compromise her values, even when tempted by lucrative offers from producers. A representative of the actress stated: "Sarah doesn't do nudity, period. It has never been her thing."

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Chris Pratt -

Chris Pratt unintentionally rose through the ranks to become a Hollywood hottie. Nevertheless, he remains steadfast in his commitment to his religious convictions, as he revealed to the National Enquirer. Chris made it clear that he will not partake in filming intimate scenes due to his Christian faith.

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Christina Hendricks -

The 'Mad Men' actress declined multiple roles that demanded full frontal exposure. According to Hendricks "It kind of hurt my feelings at first. Anytime someone talks about your figure constantly, you get nervous, you get really self-conscious. I was working my butt off on the show, and then all anyone was talking about was my body!"

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Carrie-Anne Moss -

The Canadian model and actress believes that appearing nude on-screen is not of great significance. "Besides, lots of actresses like Julia Roberts and Michelle Pfeiffer don’t do nudity, so I don’t think it’s so important… For me there’s also the feeling that since I’m married, there’s a kind of sacredness to the body," she stated.

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Jenna Fischer -

In a 2008 interview with Playboy, Jenna Fischer explained her decision not to appear nude on-screen, "Well, I wouldn't do anything I wouldn't be proud to show my parents," she said.

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Allison Williams -

Allison Williams, renowned for her role in HBO's 'Girls,' was the only starring actress who refused to appear naked on the show. All of her intimate scenes avoided frontal nudity. 

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Rita Wilson -

Rita Wilson appeared as a guest on HBO's series 'Girls,' and had one specific request in her contract: no nudity. Wilson expressed to Us Weekly, "I [wanted] it put in my contract . . . [They] don't want to see me naked," she said. "That's all I have to say. I'm like, 'Don't write in any nudity, please!'"

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Reese Witherspoon -

Famously recognized for her portrayal of Elle Woods in the film 'Legally Blonde' (2001), she expresses her stance on nudity in front of the camera. In an interview with Glamour UK, she said "If [actresses] take their clothes off, they objectify themselves," she told Glamour UK. "I am flabbergasted by how many legitimate actresses do it."

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Megan Fox -

Despite her alluring appearance, she firmly refuses to partake in any explicit scenes on film. The celebrity has said she would never make a sex tape, stating, "That's the last thing I want to see is what I look like having sex."

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Ashley Benson -

The actress from 'Pretty Little Liars' chooses to keep things more imaginative. "I never want to do nudity that's gratuitous. Girls look so much better in lingerie or a tee shirt and leave the rest up to the imagination," she told Cosmopolitan.

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