How old is Jennifer Lawrence?

Jennifer Lawrence is a celebrated American actress admired for her natural talent, striking presence, and versatility on screen. She was born in 1990 in Indian Hills, Kentucky, and grew up alongside her parents and two brothers. From an early age, she enjoyed performing, taking part in church plays by the age of nine. At fourteen, during a visit to New York City, she was discovered by a talent scout, which opened the door to her first opportunities in commercials and small projects. Determined to build a career in acting, Lawrence relocated to Los Angeles in the mid-2000s.

Her breakthrough came with her portrayal of Ree Dolly in the critically acclaimed drama Winter’s Bone (2010), which earned her first Oscar nomination. The following years solidified her stardom through roles in X-Men: First Class (2011) where she worked alongside Hugh Jackman and The Hunger Games film series, which made her an international household name. In 2012, she won both a Golden Globe and an Academy Award for Silver Linings Playbook. 

Her later performances in Joy, Passengers (with Chris Pratt), Mother! (with Michelle Pfeiffer and Javier Bardem), and other films further highlighted her range. Married to art gallery director Cooke Maroney, Jennifer Lawrence is recognized as one of the highest-paid actresses in the world.