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Actor Reese Witherspoon speaks into a mic while smiling on stage

Reese Witherspoon

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'From Book To Script To Screen,' Reese Witherspoon Is Making Roles For Women

Actor Reese Witherspoon became famous in her 20s after starring in films like Election and Legally Blonde, but by the time she entered her 30s, the film landscape had shifted. DVD sales had shrunk and smaller, female-centered movies were in short supply. It was nearly impossible to find good leading roles for women.

Actor Reese Witherspoon speaks into a mic while smiling on stage

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