Reese Witherspoon Biography

Reese Witherspoon was introduced to the world of acting at a young age. She has since won numerous awards and worldwide recognition for her film performances.

Born in Louisiana in 1976, Reese Witherspoon began pursuing acting career after graduating from Stanford University. Her early critical success included roles in film such as Best Laid Plans, Cruel Intentions and American Psycho, but it was her portrayal of Elle Woods in the box office hit Legally Blonde (2001) that marked a turning point in her career. Witherspoon went on to win an Academy Award in 2005 for her role in Walk the Line. Recent films include Water for Elephants, This Means War, Mud and Devil's Knot.