- Age: 47 (Born March 22, 1976)
- Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
- Profession: Actress, Producer, Entrepreneur
- Height: 5’1″ (156 cm)
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Nationality: American
- Education: Harpeth Hall School, Stanford University (dropped out)
- Awards: Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, Emmy Award, among others
Net Worth:
As of 2023, Reese Witherspoon’s net worth is estimated to be around $200 million.
Career:
Overview
Reese Witherspoon is an American actress, producer, and entrepreneur, known for her versatile acting skills and her strong, determined characters. She rose to prominence with her role in the 1999 film “Cruel Intentions” and gained worldwide recognition for her portrayal of Elle Woods in the comedy “Legally Blonde” (2001). Witherspoon has since starred in numerous successful films and television series, winning various awards.
Milestones and Achievements
- Witherspoon made her film debut in “The Man in the Moon” (1991) at the age of 15.
- She earned critical acclaim for her roles in “Pleasantville” (1998) and “Election” (1999).
- Witherspoon won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of June Carter Cash in “Walk the Line” (2005).
- As a producer, she founded the production company Type A Films (later merged with Hello Sunshine) and has produced successful projects such as “Wild” (2014), “Big Little Lies” (2017-2019), and “The Morning Show” (2019-present).
- She has won multiple awards for her work in film and television, including an Emmy for Outstanding Limited Series for “Big Little Lies.”
Personal Life:
Relationships
Reese Witherspoon was married to actor Ryan Phillippe from 1999 to 2008. She married talent agent Jim Toth in 2011.
Family
Witherspoon has three children: Ava (born 1999) and Deacon (born 2003) with Phillippe, and Tennessee (born 2012) with Toth.
Trivia and Lesser-Known Facts:
- Witherspoon was named after her paternal great-grandmother, Dorothea Draper Witherspoon.
- She was a competitive cheerleader and gymnast in her youth.
- Witherspoon is an avid reader and started a book club called “Reese’s Book Club” in 2017.
Social Media Links:
- Instagram: @reesewitherspoon
- Twitter: @ReeseW
