McKenna Grace Talks Yelling From Glenn Close in 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'

The young actress also discusses her role in the upcoming 'Scream 7' at the Dior Addict Sweet Shop party.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Actress McKenna Grace attended the Dior Addict Sweet Shop party, where she discussed her upcoming roles in "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" and "Scream 7". Grace revealed that it was "fun" being yelled at by veteran actress Glenn Close on the set of "The Hunger Games" film. She also remained tight-lipped about the details of her "Scream 7" role, but expressed her long-time fandom of the franchise.

Why it matters

McKenna Grace is a rising young actress who is taking on high-profile roles in major franchises like "The Hunger Games" and "Scream". Her comments provide insight into the experience of working with acclaimed actors like Glenn Close, as well as her enthusiasm for being part of these popular film series.

The details

At the Dior Addict Sweet Shop party, Grace discussed her role as Maysilee Donner in the upcoming "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping". She described the experience of working with Glenn Close, who plays the character Drusilla Sickle, saying that Close's "makeup's absurd" and "watching her walk around in these heels that are that tall is crazy every day". Grace also said it was "fun to be yelled at by her". Regarding her role in "Scream 7", Grace remained tight-lipped, only saying that she's "a very big fan" of the franchise and has "seen every single ['Scream'] so there was no studying that needed to be done".

  • In November, Grace will be seen as Maysilee Donner in 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'.

The players

McKenna Grace

A rising young actress who is taking on high-profile roles in major franchises like "The Hunger Games" and "Scream".

Glenn Close

A veteran actress who plays the character Drusilla Sickle in "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping".

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What they’re saying

“Her makeup's absurd. Watching her walk around in these heels that are that tall [Grace spreads her hands about a foot from each other] is crazy every day. Watching her walk on set, especially with our two characters' relationship, was very nerve-racking but exciting...It's fun to be yelled at by her.”

— McKenna Grace (Variety)

The takeaway

McKenna Grace's comments provide a glimpse into the experience of working with acclaimed actors like Glenn Close, as well as her enthusiasm for being part of major film franchises like "The Hunger Games" and "Scream". Her rising star power and ability to hold her own against veteran performers suggests a bright future for the young actress.