Jennifer Lawrence

Cast · Writer · Director

Born

August 15, 1990 · Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Birth name

Jennifer Shrader Lawrence

“I’m a big believer in accepting yourself and not really worrying about it.” Often described as sharp, funny, and grounded, Jennifer Lawrence is an American actress known for her versatility in both action-packed franchises and poignant independent dramas. Her ability to bring depth and authenticity to her characters earned her praise from industry peers and critics alike and has translated into massive box office success. She is also one of the youngest actresses to receive an Oscar, for her role in "Silver Linings Playbook" (2012) at just 22 years old. Starting her career with notable guest roles on television, Lawrence rose to prominence as a main cast member on the sitcom "The Bill Engvall Show" (2007–2009). Her breakthrough came with the independent film "Winter's Bone" (2010), where she portrayed a poverty-stricken teenager. After playing Mystique in the "X-Men" film series (2011-2019) and Katniss Everdeen in "The Hunger Games" (2012-2015), her fame skyrocketed and she became one of cinema's highest-grossing action heroines.