Charli XCX recently took part in a prank call challenge for Elle’s Phoning It In series, in which she had to trick her friends with unusual stories. The British singer’s first prank targeted actress Dakota Johnson, as she tried to convince her that she needed help keeping a horse, using a far-fetched tale involving her husband George Daniel and his bandmate Matty Healy from The 1975. Despite Charli’s dedication to the role, Dakota quickly caught on and questioned if she was being pranked once again by Elle Magazine, showing the attempt was less than successful. This Dakota Johnson prank call brought both humor and awkwardness to the interaction.
A Second Chance with Role Model Leads to Awkward Revelations
Following the prank call with Dakota Johnson, Charli dialed her close friend Role Model, aiming to involve him in a fabricated scenario about firing her manager—who coincidentally is also Role Model’s manager. The uncomfortable conversation revealed Charli’s struggle to maintain the ruse as she insisted, “I’m not that guy.” When Charli explained her desire to have a straightforward manager, Role Model quickly realized the whole situation was a joke, heightening the tension but also underscoring the playful intent behind the prank calls.
Why These Pranks Matter and What’s Next
The prank calls highlight Charli XCX’s playful spirit and her connection with fellow artists like Dakota Johnson and Role Model, despite the uneasy moments during the calls. While the prank on Dakota Johnson didn’t go as planned, the exchanges offer a glimpse into the camaraderie and humor shared between these celebrities. As Charli continues to engage in such lighthearted antics, fans can anticipate more surprising moments in her ongoing collaboration with Elle and other creative projects that show her candid personality beyond music.
