Childhood and Education Journey of Jennifer Lawrence in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Jennifer Lawrence, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Jennifer Lawrence is a highly successful American actress and producer recognized for her roles in both blockbuster franchises and independent films. Her movies have collectively earned over $6 billion globally. She was the highest-paid actress worldwide in 2015 and 2016 and featured in Time's 100 most influential people in 2013, as well as Forbes Celebrity 100 from 2013-2016. Lawrence has received critical acclaim, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Peabody Award.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

2008: Voted for John McCain

In 2008, Jennifer Lawrence voted for John McCain in the presidential election.

2013: Screening of 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' to benefit Saint Mary's Center

In 2013, Jennifer Lawrence organized an early screening of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" to benefit Saint Mary's Center, a disabilities organization in Louisville. The screening raised more than $40,000 for the cause.

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August 2014: Relationship with Nicholas Hoult ended.

In August 2014, Jennifer Lawrence's relationship with Nicholas Hoult ended around the time they wrapped filming X-Men: Days of Future Past.

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2014: Partnered with Chideo to raise funds for Special Olympics.

In 2014, Jennifer Lawrence collaborated with the charity broadcast network Chideo to raise funds for the Special Olympics World Summer Games by screening her film Serena.

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2015: Fundraising for the 2015 Special Olympics World Summer Games

In 2015, Jennifer Lawrence partnered with the charity broadcast network Chideo to raise funds for the 2015 Special Olympics World Summer Games by screening her film Serena (2014). She also collaborated with Omaze to host a fundraising contest for the games as part of the premiere of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014).

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2015: Release of Mockingjay – Part 2

In 2015, Jennifer Lawrence starred in "Mockingjay – Part 2", the final installment of 'The Hunger Games' film series. While filming a scene in a tunnel for Part 2, a fog machine malfunctioned and released an excessive amount of fog, nearly suffocating Lawrence. She was carried out by a rescue crew. The film grossed over $650 million worldwide.

2015: Charitable Initiatives and Foundation Launch

In 2015, Jennifer Lawrence teamed with Hutcherson and Hemsworth for Prank It FWD, a charitable initiative to raise money for the nonprofit organization DoSomething. That year, she also launched the Jennifer Lawrence Foundation, which supports charities such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Special Olympics.

2016: Donation to Kosair Children's Hospital

In 2016, Jennifer Lawrence donated $2 million to the Kosair Children's Hospital in Louisville to set up a cardiac intensive care unit named after her foundation.

2017: Describes herself as 'not religious'

In 2017, after her Christian upbringing, Jennifer Lawrence would call herself "not religious".

2018: Time's Up Initiative and Women's March Participation

In 2018, Jennifer Lawrence collaborated with 300 women in Hollywood to set up the Time's Up initiative to protect women from harassment and discrimination and took part in the 2018 Women's March in Los Angeles. Also in 2018, Lawrence spoke out in support of retaining ranked-choice voting in Maine.

May 2019: Resides in Lower Manhattan and Beverly Hills

As of May 2019, Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Maroney reside in the Lower Manhattan area of New York City and Beverly Hills, California.

October 19, 2019: Married Cooke Maroney

On October 19, 2019, Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Maroney were married at the Belcourt of Newport mansion in Rhode Island.

2020: Endorsed Joe Biden in presidential election

In 2020, Jennifer Lawrence endorsed Joe Biden in the presidential election.

2021: Attended Rally for Abortion Justice

In 2021, while pregnant, Jennifer Lawrence showed her support for abortion rights by attending the Rally for Abortion Justice in Washington, D.C. alongside Amy Schumer, holding a sign that read "Women can't be free if they don't control their bodies."

February 2022: Birth of Son, Cy

In February 2022, Jennifer Lawrence gave birth to her son, Cy, named after American artist Cy Twombly.

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2024: Support for LGBTQ+ community at GLAAD Media Awards

In 2024, during a speech at the GLAAD Media Awards, Jennifer Lawrence voiced her support for the LGBTQ+ community, adding that her "first love" was gay and mentioned her failed attempts to "convert him".