Originating from New Orleans, Reese Witherspoon embarked on her Hollywood odyssey in the late 1990s with standout performances in films like Pleasantville (1998) and Cruel Intentions (1999). However, it was her portrayal of Elle Woods in Legally Blonde and Legally Blonde 2: Red, White and Blonde that propelled her into the A-list stratosphere, a position she continues to command.
Beyond the blonde ambition, Witherspoon's career soared with box-office hits like Sweet Home Alabama (2002) and Walk the Line (2005), earning her a Golden Globe and an Oscar for Best Actress. Further recognition came with an Oscar nomination for Wild (2014), followed by her role as an executive producer on HBO's Big Little Lies, a critically acclaimed series that secured numerous awards.
Diversifying her presence on the small screen, Witherspoon took center stage in The Morning Show on Apple TV+ (2019) and Little Fires Everywhere on Hulu (2020), projects she also executive produces through her media company, Hello Sunshine.
Expanding beyond acting, Witherspoon engages in voiceovers (check Sing 2), curates novels through her book club, and oversees the Draper James apparel and accessories company. A mother of three and married to Jim Toth, Witherspoon confirmed her return as Elle Woods in the highly anticipated Legally Blonde 3, co-written by Mindy Kaling.
Scheduled for release on Feb. 10, 2023, audiences can anticipate her rom-com comeback in Netflix's Your Place or Mine alongside Ashton Kutcher. With a career that continues to shine, Reese Witherspoon remains a Hollywood icon.
