Lindsay Lohan Reflects on Turbulent Teen Years with Vogue Arabia

Lindsay Lohan is experiencing a remarkable Hollywood resurgence, balancing her roles as a wife, mother, and Dubai resident. In the latest March 2026 issue of Vogue Arabia, she reflects on her challenging teenage years, a period that significantly influenced her adulthood.

Lindsay Lohan’s Troubled Teen Years

In her conversation with Christine Van Deemter, Lohan candidly discusses the tumultuous times during her adolescence. She questions why no one intervened during her struggles, admitting, “You don’t know how to do that yourself when you’re a teenager.”

Lohan gained fame after starring in the 1998 film “The Parent Trap.” Her career soared with the 2003 hit “Freaky Friday,” where she starred alongside Jamie Lee Curtis. During these formative years, she relocated to Los Angeles, living independently and even sharing an apartment with fellow young actress Raven-Symoné.

Hollywood Life and Its Challenges

Despite her rising popularity in films like “Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen,” “Mean Girls,” and “Herbie: Fully Loaded,” Lohan became a frequent subject in tabloids due to her reckless lifestyle. Reflecting on this period, she stated, “It was all so overwhelming and consuming.” She acknowledged that, despite the thrill, her choices led to significant personal challenges, including arrests and legal issues.

• Hit Movies:
  • The Parent Trap (1998)
  • Freaky Friday (2003)
  • Mean Girls
  • Herbie: Fully Loaded
• Teen Star Lifestyle:
  • Relocated to Los Angeles
  • Lived without parental supervision

Lohan also reflected on her decision to step away from Hollywood. “I wasn’t having fun in the business anymore,” she confessed, citing dissatisfaction with available roles and the lifestyle that came with fame. In 2014, she made a significant move to Dubai, where she found a sense of peace and stability.

Life in Dubai

In Dubai, she met her husband, Bader Shammas, and welcomed their son, Luai. Lohan appreciates the balance in their relationship, stating, “We’re so good together because he’s so calm and I’m like a firecracker.” Living in Dubai has provided her with an opportunity to focus on family and personal growth.

Future Ventures

Lohan continues to pursue acting and is set to appear in the Hulu miniseries “Count My Lies,” alongside Shailene Woodley and Kit Harington. She expresses newfound confidence in her craft, stating that with age comes a deeper understanding of her character roles.

The full interview with Lindsay Lohan is accessible on El-Balad’s website, showcasing her journey through self-discovery and resilience along with stunning photography captured at iconic UAE locations.