Olivia Wilde Stuns in Sicily, Honored at Taormina Film Festival

Olivia Wilde turned heads in Taormina, Sicily, soaking up the Mediterranean sun in a striking tan bikini adorned with red beaded strings. The 41-year-old actress and director, fresh from a dip in the Ionian Sea, showcased her fit physique while lounging by the beach, book in hand, with damp hair cascading over her shoulders. Oversized brown sunglasses and a delicate gold necklace completed her effortlessly chic look.

The previous day, Wilde was the belle of the ball at the 2025 Taormina Film Festival, where she accepted the prestigious Taormina Creativity Award. Dressed in a sage green gown with a plunging neckline and soleil-pleated skirt, she radiated elegance. Earlier, she dazzled at the festival’s photo call in a light yellow silk-and-lace dress paired with gold velvet platform sandals, proving her style versatility.

Taormina Artistic Director Tiziana Rocca praised Wilde as a beacon of 'female creative power,' highlighting her intelligence and determination. The festival, held June 10-14, also honored cinema giants like Martin Scorsese and Catherine Deneuve. Wilde’s presence added a vibrant spark to the picturesque hilltop town’s star-studded event.

Beyond the glamour, Wilde’s career is charging forward. She’s set to star in the thriller I Want Your Sex alongside Charli XCX and Cooper Hoffman, while directing and acting in the comedy The Invite with Seth Rogen and Penélope Cruz. Her directorial slate also includes the comic book adaptation Avengelyne and the festive Naughty. Clearly, Wilde’s creative fire burns as bright as Sicily’s summer sun.