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Jan 12, 2026 Join Academy Award-winner Jennifer Lawrence as she dives into her chaotic childhood in Kentucky and her journey from a small-town girl to a Hollywood star. She candidly discusses the balance of fame and family life, sharing amusing parenting anecdotes and her disorganized tendencies juxtaposed with her husband's order. Jennifer also reflects on her career milestones, including a fear of intense fame during The Hunger Games and the unexpected realities of public recognition. Plus, expect laughs as she shares fangirl moments and quirky on-set food stories!
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From Union Square To Early Stardom
- Jennifer Lawrence was discovered in New York's Union Square while watching street dancing and agreed to photos with a modeling scout at 14.
- She and her brother moved to New York, then LA, swapped apartments, and she dropped out of school to pursue acting.
Find The Part Inside Yourself
- Jennifer finds parts by locating similarities between her and the character rather than relying on formal training.
- That self-taught approach yields naturalistic performances that feel authentic on screen.
Sitcom Paycheck Before Indie Breakthrough
- Jennifer booked The Bill Engvall Show at 14 and used that steady work to build a career while still young.
- She later filmed Winter's Bone during the show's hiatus, which shifted her trajectory toward indie acclaim.
