Reese Witherspoon, the renowned Hollywood actress, welcomed her first child, Ava Phillippe, when she was just 23 years old. Now at 21, Ava has blossomed into a stunning young woman who bears a striking resemblance to her mother – they could easily be mistaken for twins!
In Hollywood, it’s not uncommon for the children of movie stars to follow in their parents’ footsteps and pursue a career in the entertainment industry. However, Ava has chosen a different route for herself.
While the world might see movie stars and famous performers, to their children, they are simply Mom or Dad. Often, these children end up becoming more famous than their parents. Take, for example, Michael Jackson’s children, who were practically famous from birth. Yet, Ava Phillippe, Reese Witherspoon’s oldest daughter, has decided to forge her own path.
Reese Witherspoon’s journey began in Nashville, Tennessee, where she grew up after being born in New Orleans, Louisiana in March 1976. Surprisingly, she didn’t start acting until she attended Stanford University. Despite starting late, her performances in films such as “Pleasantville” and “Election,” as well as memorable television appearances, earned her well-deserved praise. However, it was the 2001 comedy “Legally Blonde” that truly launched her career.