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 an American actress and producer renowned for her roles in both blockbuster action franchises and critically acclaimed independent dramas. Her films have collectively grossed over $6 billion globally. Notably, she was the highest-paid actress worldwide in 2015 and 2016. Lawrence has been recognized as one of Time's 100 most influential people and consistently featured on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list from 2013 to 2016, solidifying her status as a major figure in the entertainment industry.

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

August 15, 1990: Jennifer Lawrence's Birth

On August 15, 1990, Jennifer Shrader Lawrence was born. She is an American actress and producer known for her roles in action film franchises and independent dramas.

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2008: Voted for John McCain

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

2011: Joined the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

In 2011, Jennifer Lawrence joined the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

2012: IndieWire describes Lawrence's off-screen persona

In 2012, the review website IndieWire described Jennifer Lawrence's off-screen persona as "down-to-earth, self-deprecating, unaffected".

2015: Charitable initiatives

In 2015, Jennifer Lawrence collaborated with Hutcherson and Hemsworth on Prank It FWD, a charity project to benefit DoSomething. Also in 2015, she established the Jennifer Lawrence Foundation, supporting organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Special Olympics.

2015: Childhood

In 2015, Jennifer Lawrence recalled not enjoying team sports during her childhood.

2016: Donation to Kosair Children's Hospital

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

2017: Views on religion

In 2017, Jennifer Lawrence said that she was "not religious", although she mentioned occasionally praying out of habit and once when fearing for her life. She also rejected being labeled as an atheist.

2018: Time's Up initiative and Women's March

In 2018, Jennifer Lawrence joined 300 women in Hollywood to create the Time's Up initiative, aiming to protect women from harassment and discrimination. She also participated in the 2018 Women's March in Los Angeles. In 2018, Lawrence voiced her support for retaining ranked-choice voting in Maine.

May 2019: Residency in New York City and Beverly Hills

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

October 19, 2019: Marriage to 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 2020, Jennifer Lawrence endorsed Joe Biden in the presidential election.

2021: Rally for Abortion Justice

In 2021, Jennifer Lawrence showed her support for abortion rights by attending the Rally for Abortion Justice in Washington, D.C. while pregnant, 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 their son, Cy, named after American artist Cy Twombly.

October 2024: Second Pregnancy Announced

In October 2024, Jennifer Lawrence's representative announced that she is pregnant with the couple's second child.

2024: Support for LGBTQ+ community

In 2024, Jennifer Lawrence voiced her support for the LGBTQ+ community during a speech at the GLAAD Media Awards, mentioning that her "first love" was homosexual and that conversion therapy doesn't work.