Elizabeth Olsen expressed her continued enthusiasm for the Dodgers following their recent World Series victory, visibly supporting the team by wearing their merchandise during her guest spot on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The 36-year-old actress appeared on the late night show on Tuesday, November 4, in Los Angeles to promote her new film Eternity.
Meeting Dodgers Players Sparks Shared Fan Experience
The episode featured several Dodgers players as guests, and Olsen revealed she was deeply moved by the opportunity to meet them. This encounter gave her insight into the intense passion fans have, which she now finds relatable from her own experiences as a Marvel fan.
Comparing Fandoms: A New Perspective on Marvel Fans
Reflecting on her fandom, Elizabeth shared,
“In some ways, it’s been interesting because there are Marvel fans, and so I’m on the other end of that, right? And it wasn’t really until I started, like, doubling down every year on the Dodgers for the last eight years — because it’s kind of a new thing, it wasn’t my whole childhood — that I started to realize how much I am a fan of it.”
She explained that this growing dedication has helped her better appreciate what it means to be an enthusiastic fan.
“But like, with love and curiosity, not in a — I wasn’t judging it. But I just couldn’t really experience it,”
Elizabeth added, describing her evolving understanding of Marvel superfans from a previously more detached perspective.
The Growing Impact of Elizabeth Olsen’s Dodgers Devotion
Olsen’s recognition of fandom similarities highlights how personal passions evolve and deepen over time. Her Dodgers superfandom not only connects her to the sports community but also influences her appreciation of the devoted Marvel fan base. As she continues to embrace these interests publicly, fans can look forward to seeing more glimpses of Elizabeth Olsen’s personal side alongside her professional work.
