Reese Witherspoon

Born

March 22, 1976

From

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Also:
Actress

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Decades active

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In short · Producing since 1988, 5 decades active, 88 credits, 2 Golden Globe Award wins.

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2027
Upcoming
The Nightingale
Jul 12
In the news
Legally Blonde Prequel Chosen as Series Over Movie
“The creators of the Prime Video prequel to the Legally Blonde franchise explain their decision to adapt the story into a series rather than a film. They highlight the advantages of the small-screen format in expanding the narrative and characters. The original films focused on Reese Witherspoon's character during her college years, but the series allows for a deeper exploration of her high school experiences. This format enables more detailed character development and storytelling. The team emphasizes the opportunity to flesh out elements that were not fully realized in the earlier movies. The series aims to provide a richer and more nuanced portrayal of the iconic character's formative years.”
Jul 5
In the news
Jason Moore on 'Elle' and 'Murder, She Wrote' Film Adaptation
“Jason Moore, a film, television, and Broadway director, is known for his work on the Prime Video series 'Elle,' a prequel to 'Legally Blonde.' He directed the first two episodes of the series and is also working on the upcoming film adaptation of 'Murder, She Wrote.' The film stars Jamie Lee Curtis as Jessica Fletcher, a role she previously portrayed in the original series. Moore has shared insights into the creative process behind 'Elle,' including Reese Witherspoon's set visit and the use of archival-only wardrobe for Season 2. Fans of the original series can expect a continuation of the beloved characters and storylines in the new film.”
Jun 26
In the news
Hollywood Events Highlight New Releases and Premieres
“This week saw a series of high-profile Hollywood premieres and events across the United States. From the debut of 'Supergirl' in New York City to the premiere of the 'Legally Blonde' prequel 'Elle,' celebrities and creators gathered to celebrate new projects. Other notable events included HBO's 'Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness' and A24's 'The Invite,' both drawing prominent attendees. The week also featured cultural and advocacy events, such as the BMAC x America250 celebration and Greenpeace's documentary 'Gaslit,' showcasing a mix of entertainment and social impact initiatives.”
2006
Award win
Golden Globe Awards — Golden Globe — Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
2005
Award win
Academy Awards — Oscar — Actress in a Leading Role

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Biography

Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon (born March 22, 1976) is an American actress and producer who has received multiple awards, including an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards. Time magazine recognized her as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2006 and 2015, while Forbes listed her among the World's 100 Most Powerful Women in 2019 and 2021. In 2021, Forbes named her the world's highest-earning actress, and in 2023, she was identified as one of the richest women in America with an estimated net worth of $440 million.

Witherspoon began her career as a teenager with her screen debut in *The Man in the Moon* (1991). She gained wider recognition for her supporting role in *Cruel Intentions* (1999) and her portrayal of Tracy Flick in *Election* (1999). Her breakthrough came with her role as Elle Woods in *Legally Blonde* (2001) and its 2003 sequel, as well as her performance in *Sweet Home Alabama* (2002). She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as June Carter Cash in *Walk the Line* (2005). After a period of box-office struggles, with *Water for Elephants* (2011) being her only success, Witherspoon made a comeback by producing and starring in *Wild* (2014), which earned her a second Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

Since then, Witherspoon has focused primarily on television, producing and starring in several female-led literary adaptations through her company Hello Sunshine. These include the HBO drama series *Big Little Lies* (2017–2019), the Apple TV+ drama series *The Morning Show* (2019–present), and the Hulu miniseries *Little Fires Everywhere* (2020). For *Big Little Lies*, she won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series. She has also produced the film adaptations *Gone Girl* (2014) and *Where the Crawdads Sing* (2022), as well as the miniseries *Daisy Jones & the Six* (2023).

Witherspoon also owns Reese's Book Club and a clothing company, Draper James. She is involved in advocacy work for children and women, serving on the board of the Children's Defense Fund (CDF) and acting as Global Ambassador of Avon Products since 2007, including a role as honorary chair of the Avon Foundation, which supports women's causes.

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