Jennifer Shrader Lawrence was born on August 15, 1990, in Kentucky. She grew up on a horse farm and developed an interest in acting at a young age. Her breakthrough came with the independent film Winter's Bone (2010), where she played a poverty-stricken teenager.
Lawrence gained international fame for her role as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games film series (2012-2015), which made her the highest-grossing action heroine. She also starred as Mystique in the X-Men film series (2011-2019). Her performance in Silver Linings Playbook (2012) won her the Academy Award for Best Actress at the age of 22.
Lawrence worked with filmmaker David O. Russell on three films: Silver Linings Playbook (2012), American Hustle (2013), and Joy (2015). These collaborations earned her multiple accolades, including Golden Globe Awards and BAFTA Awards.
Lawrence is a feminist and advocates for women's reproductive rights. In 2015, she founded the Jennifer Lawrence Foundation, which supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Special Olympics. She is also an active member of the anti-corruption organization RepresentUs.
Lawrence married Cooke Maroney in 2019. She is known for her down-to-earth personality and has been open about her struggles with anxiety and body image.
Notable Moments:
Hot Ones Appearance:
Jennifer Lawrence appeared on the popular YouTube series Hot Ones on June 22, 2023. During the episode, she took on the challenge of eating extremely spicy chicken wings while answering questions from host Sean Evans. The heat got to her, and she ended up in tears, visibly struggling with the spiciness. She later admitted on the Andy Cohen show that she had to rush to her suite and "violently" threw up after the segment.
Moment with Jack Nicholson:
During the filming of American Hustle, Jennifer Lawrence met Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson backstage at the 2013 Oscars. Nicholson, known for his flirty charm, told Lawrence she reminded him of an old girlfriend. Lawrence, unfazed, quipped back, "Do I look like a new girlfriend?". Nicholson later sent her flowers and a bottle of Cristal with a note saying, "Missing you already."
Go-To Face to Ruin a Photo:
Jennifer Lawrence is known for her candid and unfiltered personality. She once joked that her go-to face for ruining photos is her "silly face," which she often makes without realizing it. This has become a running joke among her fans and friends.
Kiss with Natalie Dormer:
During the London premiere of "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2" in 2015, Jennifer Lawrence accidentally kissed her co-star Natalie Dormer on the lips instead of the cheek. Lawrence laughed it off, saying, "Oh, my God, I'm sorry! We just kissed on camera, and I liked it." Dormer jokingly responded that she needed to get Lawrence off her face.
Iconic Moments:
1. "The Hunger Games" (2012): Jennifer Lawrence's portrayal of Katniss Everdeen, the strong and determined heroine, made her a household name. Her performance in the first film, especially the scene where she volunteers as tribute, is unforgettable.
2. "Silver Linings Playbook" (2012): Lawrence won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Tiffany Maxwell. Her dance sequence and the raw emotion she brought to the character are highlights of her career.
3. "American Hustle" (2013): Playing the character Rosalyn Rosenfeld, Lawrence delivered a hilarious and memorable performance, including the famous "You better ****ing deal with me!" scene.
4. "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" (2013): The scene where Katniss and Peeta are engulfed in flames during the Quarter Quell is one of the most visually stunning moments in the series.
5. "X-Men: Days of Future Past" (2014): Lawrence's portrayal of Mystique, with her incredible transformation scenes and powerful performance, solidified her status as a versatile actress.
6. "Joy" (2015): Playing the real-life entrepreneur Joy Mangano, Lawrence delivered a strong and inspiring performance, especially in the scene where she confronts the swindling manufacturing company owner.
7. "Passengers" (2016): In this sci-fi film, Lawrence's character Aurora Lane discovers that she was woken up prematurely by Jim Preston (played by Chris Pratt). The moment of betrayal and realization is both heartbreaking and powerful.
8. "Don't Look Up" (2021): Lawrence's role as Kate Dibiasky, an astronomy doctoral candidate who discovers a comet heading towards Earth, is filled with memorable moments, including her intense reactions and passionate speeches.
9. "No Hard Feelings" (2023): In this comedy, Lawrence plays Maddie, a woman who agrees to go out with a younger man to help him lose his virginity. Her physical comedy and hilarious scenes, like the accidental throat punch, are standout moments.
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