Born: August 15, 1990
Lawrence is known for her philanthropic efforts, supporting causes such as gender equality, LGBTQ rights, and children’s welfare.
Early Life:
Jennifer Lawrence was born on August 15, 1990, in Indian Hills, Kentucky, to Gary Lawrence, a construction worker, and Karen Lawrence, a children’s camp manager. She has two older brothers, Ben and Blaine. Lawrence grew up on a horse farm and was involved in cheerleading, field hockey, and modeling during her youth.
Education:
Lawrence attended Kammerer Middle School in Louisville, Kentucky, before moving on to home schooling to focus on her acting career. She later earned her high school diploma two years early to pursue acting full-time.
Early Career:
Jennifer Lawrence began her acting career with guest roles in television shows such as “Monk,” “Cold Case,” and “Medium.” She made her film debut in the drama “Garden Party” in 2008. Lawrence gained critical acclaim for her performance in the indie drama “Winter’s Bone” (2010), which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
Rise to Prominence:
Lawrence’s breakthrough came with her role as Katniss Everdeen in “The Hunger Games” film series (2012-2015), based on the novels by Suzanne Collins. Her portrayal of the strong and resilient heroine garnered widespread praise and catapulted her to international fame. Lawrence solidified her status as one of Hollywood’s leading actresses with her role as Tiffany Maxwell in “Silver Linings Playbook” (2012), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress.
Notable Films:
- “Winter’s Bone” (2010)
- “The Hunger Games” series (2012-2015)
- “Silver Linings Playbook” (2012)
- “American Hustle” (2013)
- “X-Men” series (2011-2019)
- “Joy” (2015)
- “Mother!” (2017)
- “Red Sparrow” (2018)
Personal Life:
Jennifer Lawrence dated actor Nicholas Hoult, her co-star from the “X-Men” series, from 2011 to 2014. She later began a relationship with director Darren Aronofsky, whom she met on the set of “Mother!” in 2016, but the couple broke up in 2017. Lawrence married art dealer Cooke Maroney in October 2019.
Philanthropy:
Lawrence is known for her philanthropic efforts, supporting causes such as gender equality, LGBTQ rights, and children’s welfare. She has partnered with organizations like the World Food Programme and the Special Olympics, and has advocated for fair pay and equal opportunities for women in Hollywood.
Accolades:
Throughout her career, Jennifer Lawrence has received numerous awards and nominations, including an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, a BAFTA Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She is known for her versatility, authenticity, and ability to portray a wide range of characters with depth and nuance.
Jennifer Lawrence continues to be one of the most sought-after actresses in Hollywood, admired for her talent, charm, and down-to-earth personality.
