[37] Director Alexander Payne said "She's [Witherspoon] got that quality that men find attractive, while women would like to be her friend. The critic for San Francisco Chronicle praised her performance as Annette Hargrove: "Witherspoon is especially good in the least flashy role, and even when called upon to make a series of cute devilish faces, she pulls it off. [182] Pacific Standard has since become a subsidiary of Hello Sunshine, a firm co-owned by Witherspoon and Otter Media, focused on telling female-oriented stories through film, television and digital channels. By. [155] Witherspoon was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress Television Series Drama and a Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series for her work in the series. Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon (born March 22, 1976) is an American actress. she wrote on the photo. In the clip, Diane commented on various male. ", "There's a lot of compromise You feel like that's what makes me wake up on a Sunday, it's not movies or my job, it's my kids," the actress said on The Drew Barrymore Show. He passed away in 2014 at the age of 56. [108], In September 2011, a year after beginning work on This Means War, she filmed a small role in Jeff Nichols's coming-of-age drama Mud in Arkansas, playing Juniper, the former girlfriend of a fugitive (Matthew McConaughey), who enlists two local boys to help him evade capture and rekindle his romance with her. He was an actor, known for Santa Barbara (1984), The Waltons (1972) and Seedpeople (1992). It makes my heart beat hard because I want to buy everything. [156] Season two of The Morning Show was set to premiere in 2020 before the production shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. 1 views . "My response is always, 'Duh How are you surprised that children look like their parents?' Witherspoon ultimately quit acting and started residing in Colorado. "I'd never sung professionally. "[34] She also appeared in a music video by Marcy Playground for the film's soundtrack. "[83] In 2008, Witherspoon starred with Vince Vaughn in the comedy Four Christmases, a story about a couple who must spend their Christmas Day trying to visit all four of their divorced parents. [152] Four months later, Witherspoon began hosting the talk show Shine On with Reese on DirecTV, in which she interviews female guests, focusing on how they achieved their ambitions. [183] Witherspoon also runs the Hello Sunshine book club, where she makes book recommendations. 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The guy who possesses the most joyful energy, endless drive, ambition and talent," she wrote in the caption. [4] On mentioning her love for books, she said, "I get crazy in a bookstore. [231][232][233] They have two children together, daughter Ava Elizabeth Phillippe, born on September 9, 1999;[234][235] and son Deacon Reese Phillippe, born on October 23, 2003. Her character, Elizabeth Masterson, is an ambitious young doctor who is involved in a car accident on her way to a blind date and is left in a coma; her spirit returns to her old apartment where she later finds true love. She also shared a picture of herself and Tennessee at a beach on her Instagram Story. The actress later spoke about being a young mom during an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show. [73][72] In 2010, Witherspoon received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.[260]. From starring in countless award-winning TV shows and movies to founding a female-focused production company and book club, the Legally Blonde star has done it all. [204] She has appeared on the annual Celebrity 100 list by Forbes magazine in 2006 and 2007, at No. The actress loves bonding with her boys, and in 2022, she shared a picture of herself, her husband and her two sons cheering on the Nashville Soccer Club. "Bean down," Deacon captioned the snaps, which showed Tennessee hanging on his older brother's back before he tumbled to the ground laughing. The following month, Witherspoon celebrated her daughter's 23rd birthday with a sweet Instagram post, showing off a snap of the mother-daughter duo posing in front of a beach sunset. Next, she appeared in Election (1999) opposite Matthew Broderick, based on Tom Perrotta's novel of the same name. She has a great boyfriend. Sing became Witherspoon's biggest commercial success, being the first of her films to make over $200 million domestically and $600 million worldwide. [76] The film premiered at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival,[67][77] but went unreleased until February 2008. [2] [3] [4] Early life and career [ edit] Following a career downturn, during which her sole box-office success was the romantic drama Water for Elephants (2011), Witherspoon made a comeback by producing and starring as Cheryl Strayed in the drama Wild (2014), which earned her a second nomination for Best Actress at the Academy Awards. Buddy Witherspoon, Etel -Carolinan republikaanipuolueen entinen kansallinen toimeenpaneva komitea; James Hervey Witherspoon, nuorempi, (1810-1865), Yhdysvaltain liittovaltion poliitikko; In an interview published on Feb. 9, 2023, Witherspoon and her Your Place or Mine costar Ashton Kutcher talked about parenting and how their kids often depend on texting. "Love my dinner date ," the proud parent captioned the pictures. "[80], Witherspoon appeared in the thriller Rendition, in which she played Isabella El-Ibrahim, the pregnant wife of a bombing suspect. The sequel was not as financially successful as the first film and it generated mostly negative reviews. He died on 29 March 2014 in Denver, Colorado, USA. The film will be the fourth collaboration between Kaling and Witherspoon after A Wrinkle in Time, The Mindy Project and The Morning Show. I would audition for things and I'd always be the second choicestudios never wanted to hire me and I wasn't losing the parts to big box office actresses but to ones who I guess people felt differently about", she said. Every day that I get to watch you become the most amazing woman is such a gift," Witherspoon wrote. In an interview subsequent to her casting in the film, Egoyan noted that although the role requires "an emotionally loaded journey," he "met with Reese, and talked at length about the project, and she's eager to take on the challenge. From starring in countless award-winning TV shows and movies to founding a female-focused production company and book club, the Legally. You light up our hearts and make us proud everyday," she wrote in the caption. Deacon is following in his parent's footsteps and pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. Dane Witherspoon (1957-2014), . Reese Witherspoon is an American actress. [48] The film became Witherspoon's biggest live-action box office hit, earning over $35 million in the opening weekend and grossing over $127 million in the U.S.[40][49] Despite the commercial success, critics gave Sweet Home Alabama negative reviews. I would say it's the biggest part of my life. That's weirdly similar,' " she explained. Witherspoon gave her daughter's beau her stamp of approval in June 2021, commenting on a cute photo of the couple, " These two." [8][9], Reese Witherspoon has claimed descent from Scottish-born John Witherspoon, who signed the United States Declaration of Independence;[10][11] however, this claim has not been verified by the Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence genealogists. ", "Vocal coach Roger Love helps put the sing in Hollywood performances", "2006 Film Actress in a Leading Role | BAFTA Awards", "From Toronto: Let the film festival begin! [129] She portrayed Strayed on her 1,000-mile (1,600km) hike along the Pacific Crest Trail. [6] In 2000, Witherspoon had a supporting role in American Psycho as Patrick Bateman's trophy girlfriend, and made a cameo appearance in Little Nicky as the mother of the Antichrist. Each month she picks books she loves with a woman at the center of the story, with variety of genres, from women's fiction to thrillers to romance. I have two adult children now, Tracee. Reese Witherspoon Facts That Will Astound You. She gained wider recognition for playing Elle Woods in the comedy Legally Blonde (2001) and its 2003 sequel, and for starring in the romantic comedy Sweet Home Alabama (2002). [195] In 2018, she joined approximately 300 other actors, agents, writers and entertainment employees in creating the Time's Up initiative, which seeks to counteract sexual harassment in the workplace. [6] Witherspoon performed her own vocals in the film, and her songs had to be performed in front of a live audience; she was so worried about needing to perform that she asked her lawyer to terminate the film contract. [198], Witherspoon hosted Saturday Night Live on September 29, 2001, the first episode to air after the September 11 attacks. She shared a photo of the teen looking handsome in a t-shirt along with an adorable throwback of him as a small boy in a gray hat. Reese Witherspoon Called Out Diane Keaton on Instagram and Fans Are Losing It Diane Keaton posted a video called "Male Beauty" on Instagram. She portrayed Jennifer, the sister of Maguire's character who is mainly concerned about appearances, relationships and popularity. [59][60] The film, and Witherspoon's performance received mixed reviews; The Hollywood Reporter wrote "Nair's cast is splendid. [191] Explaining her motives for joining the foundation, she said, "As a woman and a mother I care deeply about the well being of other women and children throughout the world and through the years, I have always looked for opportunities to make a difference. In honor of his 18th birthday, Ava posted a touching tribute to her brother on Instagram, writing in the caption, "I cannot believe the first baby I ever held is now 18 years old D, you're simply the best. Witherspoon began her career as a teenager, making her screen debut in The Man in the Moon (1991). Halle Berry / Instagram. Ava posted a sweet picture for his birthday, writing, "Happy happy birthday to this bold, sensitive, smart, & energetic boy. She was a professor of nursing at Vanderbilt University and had a PhD in pediatric nursing. [202] That year, she was selected one of the "100 Sexiest Women In The World" by the readers of FHM. I'm so lucky to be your mama. [38] "I think because the character I played was so extreme and sort of shrewishpeople thought that was who I was, rather than me going in and creating a part. "[191], In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Witherspoon announced the "Draper James Loves Teachers" initiative, offering free dresses from the clothing collection to teachers. Dane Witherspoon's birth name is Richard Dane Witherspoon. [197] The club was born out of her Instagram account, where she posted photos of books she read. [160][161][162], In 2020, Witherspoon produced and starred in the Hulu drama miniseries Little Fires Everywhere opposite Kerry Washington, the televised adaptation of Celeste Ng's 2017 novel of the same name. "[68] Subsequently, she had to spend six months learning how to sing for the role, including from the help of vocal coach Roger Love. All because my clumsy self tried to hop over a (very large) rain puddle in heels," she wrote in the caption.Ava continued, "I will definitely be adding "be gentler with my body" to my list of new year's resolutions!". "Being a mom is really great, it's a big part of my life. [174][175] Witherspoon will also reprise the role of Elle Woods by starring in and producing Legally Blonde 3; the script will be written by Dan Goor and Mindy Kaling. According to Diane, Robert . [211] That same year, she established herself as the highest-paid actress in the American film industry, earning $15 to $20 million per film. Dane Witherspoon (December 27, 1957 March 29, 2014)[1] was an American actor who appeared in daytime TV soap operas Santa Barbara as Joe Perkins in 1984, and in Capitol as Tyler McCandless from 1985 to 1986. I was just kind of working, you know. May 10, 2012 -- intro: While actress Reese Witherspoon is about to begin a new family with husband Jim Toth, the pregnant 36-year-old's mother and father might be heading to court now that Betty Witherspoon has sued husband John Witherspoon in Tennessee, accusing him of bigamy. For Interview magazine, Witherspoon opened up about what it's been like to watch both Ava and Deacon grow up. For the first of these, she won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series. [88] However, Witherspoon did not appear in a live-action film for two years after Four Christmases. Except the photo of the brooding blond young man wasn't DiCaprio, but instead Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe's 18-year-old son, Deacon. [24] Later that year, she made her television debut role in Wildflower with Patricia Arquette. Fans were obsessed with the rare snap, like one user who commented, "YOU BOTH . [125], In 2012, Witherspoon founded production company Pacific Standard (now part of Hello Sunshine). Tenn turns 10!". Here's everything to know about Witherspoon's three children. FUR PILE: While it's hard to tell pups Jax and Ro apart, Halle Berry doesn't have a care in the world as long as they are both by her side. Reese grew up together with her elder brother, John Draper Witherspoon Jr., who earns his living as a real estate agent. She pleaded no-contest to obstruction of an officer and was required to pay court costs. [7] The two were married from 1986 to 1988. Reese Witherspoon Shares Photo with Husband Jim Toth and Her 3 Kids as They Celebrate Christmas The actress is mom to sons Deacon, 19, and Tennessee, 10, plus daughter Ava, 23. But that's just the foundation. "[75] After the success of Walk the Line, Witherspoon starred in the fantasy Penelope, as Annie, the best friend of Penelope (Christina Ricci), a girl who has a curse in her family. [21][14] She later attended Stanford University as an English literature major,[22] but left prior to completing her studies to pursue an acting career. [78][79], Witherspoon admits to spending several years "kind of floundering career-wise". [186], Witherspoon is involved in children and women's rights advocacy. But I just wished I'd named the company Dogfood Films or Fork or something. Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe's son, Deacon, is 19. Her goal was to produce projects with "strong" female lead characters, as she felt this was lacking in Hollywood. Phillippe and Witherspoon share joint custody of their children. [189] Witherspoon later called this an experience that she would never forget. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, she gave fans a glimpse of what it was like homeschooling her young son. "[116] Filming took place in Georgia in June and July 2012,[117][118][119] and Witherspoon was pregnant with her third child during filming. Direct communication can sometimes get right to the point. Pre-order it here! 934 following. Reese Witherspoon is a 45-year-old actress, producer, and entrepreneur. In August 2022, Witherspoon shared photos on her Instagram from an evening out to dinner with Ava. Nobody else is as funny or brings such charm to things. Devil's Knot: Directed by Atom Egoyan. [126][127][128] She also produced and starred in the biographical adventure Wild (2014), based on Cheryl Strayed's memoir of the same name. [65], In late 2004, Witherspoon starred alongside Mark Ruffalo in the romantic comedy Just Like Heaven. Elle Woods has become a Harvard-educated lawyer who is determined to protect animals from cosmetics industry science tests. Deacon is currently attending New York University. [185] In March 2017, Witherspoon became the chief storyteller for Elizabeth Arden, Inc., helping the company to shape the brand's narrative through advertising campaigns and marketing programs. In the post, the mom and daughter each posed for a photo and smiled with their colorful cocktails. [212][213] The following years, her appearance in many commercially unsuccessful films caused her to lose this status, and she was noted as one of the most overpaid actors in Hollywood in 2011, 2012 and 2013. A Complete Timeline of Reese Witherspoon and Husband Jim Toth's Relationship By Aime Lutkin Published: Feb 24, 2023 Actress Reese Witherspoon and talent agent Jim Toth started dating in. The "Big Little. 3 of 18. "Big Birthday Love for @deaconphillippe today ! Reese Witherspoon was born in New Orleans, and raised in an expensive part of Nashville. Witherspoon couldn't have been more proud of her son's accomplishment and she posted an adorable video of her dancing to the song on Instagram. [240][241] In February 2010, she was reported to be dating Jim Toth,[242][243][244] a talent agent and co-head of motion picture talent at Creative Artists Agency, where she is a client. Born: 22-Mar-1976 Birthplace: New Orleans, LA. "And the biggest heart in the world. "[44] The film earned her a second nomination for Best Actress at the Golden Globes, and an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance. Reese Witherspoon. 29m Followers, 934 Following, 650 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Reese Witherspoon (@reesewitherspoon) reesewitherspoon. [67][69][70] Witherspoon's portrayal of Carter Cash was acclaimed by critics, with Roger Ebert stating that her performance added "boundless energy" to the film. While in N.Y.C. Chosen for the club in September 2018, it was adapted into a 2022 feature film by Witherspoon's production company Hello Sunshine, and was a box office hit that summer. On Feb. 1, 2023, he posted photos and videos from his college experience on Instagram. Reese spent the first 4 years of her life in Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany, where her father served as a lieutenant colonel in the US Army reserves. Watching you grow into who you're meant to be is such a joy, and I'm eternally grateful to be your big sister.". "Happy Birthday to my favorite daughter, Ava !! When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. [130] Wild was released in December 2014 to critical acclaim;[131] Michael Phillips of Chicago Tribune wrote in his review, "Witherspoon does the least acting of her career, and it works. "[22], In 1998, Witherspoon had major roles in three films: Overnight Delivery, Pleasantville and Twilight. In December 2015, Witherspoon's trademark claims to her name were rejected on the grounds that she had not established secondary meaning to her full name, did not claim "emotional distress", and that the "photos and facts were generally known by the public and the photos were taken in public with Plaintiff's consent". [210] A study conducted by E-Poll Market Research showed that Witherspoon was the most likable female celebrity of 2007. [58] This pregnancy was not a hindrance to her work as Witherspoon believed the gestation had helped her portrayal of Sharp's character: "I love the luminosity that pregnancy brings, I love the fleshiness, I love the ample bosomit gave me much more to play with", she said. [207], In 2007, she was selected by People and the entertainment news program Access Hollywood as one of the year's best-dressed female stars. Deacon Reese Phillippe was born on Oct. 23, 2003, in L.A. Reese Witherspoon has enjoyed an impressive career. [5][25] The next year, she had another leading role as Wendy Pfister in the 1994 film S.F.W., directed by Jefery Levy. Filming took place in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. during the summer and fall of 2009[93][94][95] and it was released on December 17, 2010. [200] In 2006, she was listed among the Time 100. She really rolls with it. "My first memories of makeup are of [watching] my grandmother and the way she does her lipstick and her blush and her eyeliner. [199] In 2005, she was ranked No. [51][52] The Christian Science Monitor wrote of her, "She is not the movie's main attraction, she is its only attraction. "It means you did your job right," she said. In one photo, he sat in his dorm with a lit-up broken heart and a red EMBIID 21 basketball jersey behind him. The recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards, she has consistently ranked among the world's highest-paid actresses. Witherspoon stated that she was "excited to work as a creative partner alongside the Elizabeth Arden team, producing content that celebrates the spirit of the brand, highlighting female-centric stories that illustrate women's true life experiences which unite us all". [6], He met actress Robin Wright when they auditioned for Santa Barbara. The series premiered on February 19, 2017, on HBO and finished on April 2. [85] In 2009, Witherspoon voiced Susan Murphy, the lead character in the DreamWorks Animation Monsters vs. Aliens, released in March, which grossed $381 million worldwide. [191][192] She is also committed to the development of cosmetic products and making appearances in commercials. October 24, 2022 | 7:59am Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe's son, Deacon, is celebrating his 19th birthday. 99+ Photos Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon was born on March 22, 1976 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Betty Witherspoon, a registered nurse & John Draper Witherspoon, a military surgeon. "[6] In March 2012, Witherspoon merged Type A Films with Bruna Papandrea's "Make Movies" banner to form a new production company called Pacific Standard. Who cares? Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon (born March 22, 1976) is an American actress. I still hate her.' USA Today considered the movie "plodding, unfunny and almost cringe-worthy", but also wrote "Reese Witherspoon still does a fine job portraying the fair-haired lovable brainiac, but her top-notch comic timing is wasted on the humorless dialogue. It's crazy.". You light up rooms and always look for the best in people. [39], The 2001 film Legally Blonde marked a turning point in Witherspoon's career; she starred as Elle Woods, a fashion-merchandising major who decides to become a law student to follow her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School. [223] That year, she was awarded, by the committee's unanimous vote, the American Cinematheque for being "a perfect example of an actress flourishing in today's world" and "an active and successful movie producer who is moving her career forward both behind and in front of the camera". The Big Little Lies star and her two oldest children Ava, 19, and Deacon, 15, could literally pass as triplets (yes, even with an age gap of 20-plus years). Actor A Martinez, who also starred in the hit daytime drama,. [98] Principal photography began between May and early August 2010[99][100] in various locations in Tennessee, Georgia, and California. So we had to make sure she was the kind of person you just can't hate. In 2005, she gained critical acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for portraying June Carter Cash in the musical biopic Walk the Line. Ava is now 23 herself, and she looks just like her mother so much so that both Witherspoon and Ava have joked about it in interviews. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories. [201] Her featured article was written by Luke Wilson. [35][36] Witherspoon received a rank on the list of 100 Greatest Film Performances of All Time by Premiere. (Yup, it's got my special hot roller technique in it!) ", Witherspoon also spoke about parenting during an interview with Gayle King for InStyle, where she explained that her kids are her "first, most important priority." I don't even think they know.". The film was released in October 2007 and it was her first film appearance since the 2005's Walk the Line. [214][215][216] In April 2011, she ranked No. Tennessee also joined the entire family at the premiere of Witherspoon's animated movie Sing 2 in 2021. The show marks Witherspoon's first unscripted role in television. Dane Witherspoon. [66] Next, she was cast as June Carter Cash, the second wife of singer-songwriter Johnny Cash (Joaquin Phoenix), in James Mangold's Walk the Line (2005). Frances McDormand. 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I realized there's more to making music than just being a vocalist, and that a lot of times it's the production that makes me feel something," he explained. "I'm HOWLING ," one person added. [81] The film received mostly mixed reviews and was deemed a major disappointment at the Toronto International Film Festival. She played Pam Hobbs, the mother of one of three young murder victims. [248][249] They have a son together, Tennessee James Toth, born on September 27, 2012. Reese Witherspoon Dane Witherspoon, a soap opera actor and the first husband of "House of Cards" star Robin Wright, died Saturday at the age of 56. She claims that she "wasn't making things I was passionate about. [135], Witherspoon appeared in Philippe Falardeau's drama The Good Lie, based on a true story about an employment counselor assigned to help four young Sudanese refugees, known as Lost Boys of Sudan, who win a lottery for relocation to the U.S.[136][137] It was released on October 3, 2014. [96] The film received mainly unfavorable reviews, with an approval rating of 35% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 111 reviews as of December 2010. She can do anything. Reese Witherspoon rose to prominence in the late 1990s, a receptive era for twisted comedies (Freeway), teen thrillers (Fear, Cruel Intentions), and quirky satires (Pleasantville, Election).And Witherspoon would become a household name just a few years later through box office hit comedies Legally Blonde and Sweet Home Alabama. SHE'S A . the caption read. It's clear his older siblings love to dote on Tennessee as well.