https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute en-us 2019-02-07 21:01:16 UTC 2023-06-19 12:25:17 UTC hello@padlet.com 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329338453 Major breakthrough role came in Legally Blonde (2001) playing the main role of Elle Woods, this is a role she is still heavily associated with]]> 2019-02-08 18:17:37 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329338453 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329341350 First major role (1990) in Robert Mulligan's Man in the Moon. Despite starting acting at a young age she is still a very successful actress now ]]> 2019-02-08 18:22:58 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329341350 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329612198 Currently a main character on the HBO series Big Little Lies which was renewed for a second season, keeping her in the spotlight as an actress]]> 2019-02-10 16:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329612198 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329613058 Founded by Reese Witherspoon, Hello Sunshine is a media brand that aims to promote and encourage female authorship and agency. Pacific Standard films (Reese's production company) is now a subsidiary of it]]> 2019-02-10 16:20:21 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329613058 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329614457 Her book Whiskey In A Teacup highlights her southern nature and how it has shaped her identity, this is in line with the star image she has created]]> 2019-02-10 16:31:12 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329614457 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329615029 Southern influenced clothing brand founded by Witherspoon in 2015. Name is in honour of her grandparents, once again she is highlighting her southern roots and family importance]]> 2019-02-10 16:35:30 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329615029 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329615608 Reese and her daughter Ava are often commented on as looking identical, highlighting Reese's youthful demeanour ]]> 2019-02-10 16:39:42 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329615608 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329616236 Youthful glow and lack of ageing often reported on due to post-feminist obsession with no ageing]]> 2019-02-10 16:45:02 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329616236 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329618623 Twitter profile, bio links to Draper James shows self-promoting of her brand as well as her southern influence through mentioning the brand ]]> 2019-02-10 17:00:47 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329618623 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329625738 Legally Blonde 3 was announced on Witherspoon's Instagram and will be produced by Hello Sunshine. As a feminist Reese may still associate herself with Elle Woods explaining her happiness to revist this character and highlights her use of social media to promote her upcoming projects ]]> 2019-02-10 17:48:50 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/329625738 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330394408 Top ten performances by Reese Witherspoon according to youtuber Ms Mojo. Unsurprisingly Legally Blonde is no.1, once again emphasising the popularity of this film, leading to Elle Woods contributing to Reese's star image ]]> 2019-02-12 15:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330394408 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330399692 73 questions with Vogue, they ask a lot about her southern identity as well as her domestic life. Set up and questions portray her as very domesticated and family orientated, this is actually something she portrays quite a lot herself]]> 2019-02-12 15:59:46 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330399692 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330418880 Interview talking about her political involvement in Times-Up, Me Too and her media company Hello Sunshine, all of which aid women in the industry keeping in line with her image]]> 2019-02-12 16:31:28 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330418880 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330420839 Witherspoon speaks up for Times Up movement on International Women's Day at the UN Headquarters emphasising her influence and determination]]> 2019-02-12 16:34:29 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/330420839 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332024525 This article looks at Reese's DUI incident and highlights how she dealt with it, apologising immediately, preserving her 'pristine image'. This highlights how although her star image was challenged she managed to quickly and gracefully claim it back. This is also not reported on too much, preventing it from further 'tainting' the image she's created. This emphasises that even when her image is challenged she manages to claim it back]]> 2019-02-16 18:19:45 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332024525 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332104964 Witherspoon starred in 3 'love triangle' films in a row between 2010-2012, How Do You Know, Water For Elephants and This Means War. She refers to this as her 'love triangle period' suggesting its a genre she has moved on from]]> 2019-02-17 13:28:52 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332104964 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332109479 The last of her 'love triangle period' films, This Means War, this article describes the film as a change of pace for Reese who previously was known for doing light rom-coms and occasionally Oscar-worthy dramas, showing her range as an actress]]> 2019-02-17 14:15:27 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332109479 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332111125 Led to a Legally Blonde sequel (2003), the popularity leads fans to see many of Elle's qualities in Reese]]> 2019-02-17 14:30:22 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332111125 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332114558 At the age of 30 her career 'floundered' following her divorce and she was frustrated at being offered roles of 'wife, girlfriend or sidekick' so decided to start making films herself. Charlie Rose highlights she is seen as "Southern, blonde, friendly, cute" key aspects of her star image ]]> 2019-02-17 14:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332114558 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332119217 A guide of Reese's upcoming projects, outlining and rating them for the viewer, this demonstrates she's a popular actress and this is how she achieved her fame]]> 2019-02-17 15:27:27 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332119217 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332121610 Interview on Ellen looks at her family life including how she spent mothers day and embarrassing her kids. This interview concentrates on the domesticated side of her]]> 2019-02-17 15:34:05 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332121610 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332122285 Graham Norton show interview, while talking about her getting hit by a car the summary focuses on the fringe she got to cover the scar emphasising how her looks are focused on in the press to attract readers]]> 2019-02-17 15:40:04 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332122285 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332145106 In one of her more recent films Witherspoon plays a mum dealing with the aftermath of divorce. This shows how her roles have evolved alongside her, but they often have a theme of finding yourself ]]> 2019-02-17 18:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332145106 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332145606 In 2009 Witherspoon starred in the animated film Monsters vs. Aliens, which was more family friendly than her usual films]]> 2019-02-17 18:33:22 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332145606 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332146491 In the 2016 family film Sing Witherspoon used her vocals as one of the main cast demonstrating her range of talents]]> 2019-02-17 18:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332146491 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332146970 Her first animated film was in 2001, this shows Reese is capable of doing a range of different projects]]> 2019-02-17 18:43:02 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332146970 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332147544 Fan-made video of Reese Witherspoon singing as June Carter Cash in Walk The Line. It has 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and Witherspoon won an Oscar for best performance by an actress in a leading role, this role also emphasised Reese's southern nature]]> 2019-02-17 18:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332147544 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332151292 Jennifer Garner following instructions in Witherspoon's book to curl your hair, this is one of several examples on Witherspoon's social media of celebrities cross promoting each others products or films creating the impression Reese is well liked]]> 2019-02-17 19:15:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332151292 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332151590 She uses social media to promote new, upcoming and old films and tv that she's in. Promoting her upcoming films and tv shows is often part of an actors contract with the production and using social media to promote it will encourage her followers to watch it simply because she is in it ]]> 2019-02-17 19:17:37 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332151590 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332155421 This article looks at some of Witherspoon's previous red carpet looks and highlights her 'good legs' and aversion to wearing pink due to its association with Legally Blonde emphasising the obsession with celebrity's looks ]]> 2019-02-17 19:45:11 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332155421 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332158725 GossipCop outlines some of the tabloid stories that surfaced about her apparent 'marriage struggles' and debunks them, showing that her domestic life is often reported on]]> 2019-02-17 20:09:04 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332158725 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332160357 She uses her social media to promote her other brands including her book and clothing line, both these brands emphasise her southern identity, highlighting that this is a key part of her star image she wants to be seen]]> 2019-02-17 20:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/332160357 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333185466 Reese's speech at Glamour's 'Women of the Year Awards' highlights the gender gap, presenting her as an advocate for women's rights ]]> 2019-02-20 14:27:57 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333185466 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333640634 Ariana Grande's recent music video featured scenes from iconic films from her childhood, including Legally Blonde highlighting how popular the film still is ]]> 2019-02-21 14:31:01 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333640634 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333642706 'Nothing less than perfect: female celebrity, ageing
and hyper-scrutiny in the gossip industry' by Kirsty Fairclough considers how the gossip industry report on female celebrities ageing. Witherspoon would most likely fit into the 'sanctioned' category mentioned, as she is often celebrated for 'well ageing' and managing to stay youthful]]> 2019-02-21 14:34:19 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333642706 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333646588 Legally Blonde was adapted into a musical in 2007, this contributes to Witherspoon still being associated with Elle Woods]]> 2019-02-21 14:41:05 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333646588 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333652290 Pacific Standard, a subsidiary of Hello Sunshine, produced Oscar nominated films Wild and Gone Girl and the HBO series Big Little Lies. Reese stars in Wild and Big Little Lies]]> 2019-02-21 14:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333652290 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333658220 “We very intentionally chose strategic investors who passionately and unequivocally support our mission of changing the landscape for women by putting them at the center of every narrative we create, elevate and champion,” said Sarah Harden, chief executive officer of Hello Sunshine, highlighting Reese's passion for gender equality]]> 2019-02-21 14:59:28 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/333658220 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334783018 Chapter 4 by Carol Dole in Chick Flicks: Contemporary Women at the Movies (edited by Suzanne Ferriss and Mallory Young) Elle is discussed as a 'girlie' third wave feminist and it's highlighted that third wave feminism was mostly spread through popular culture, such as Legally Blonde, rather than petitions and rallies linking to Reese spreading feminism through playing these roles]]> 2019-02-25 11:22:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334783018 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334792377 Here Reese is seen as fun and just like 'everyone else' as she is randomly chosen to dance with her husband at the Globetrotters game. This is in line with her star image of being fun and friendly, and adds to her being a 'normal person' as she was chosen at random for something that has been done at other Globetrotter games, not because of who she is]]> 2019-02-25 11:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334792377 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334793593 Interviewer introduces her as a 'true southerner', not only does Reese emphasise this as a big part of her identity but other people think of it as a big part of her too. Reese also continues to reflect on herself as a big family person in this interview]]> 2019-02-25 12:03:10 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334793593 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334795916 Witherspoon wishes luck to the 2019 Oscar nominees and shares a picture on Instagram of her winning an Oscar for June Carter, saying being able to share the moment with her mum was the best part highlighting how important family is to her]]> 2019-02-25 12:10:51 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334795916 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334800101 When Reese appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair for the Hollywood Issue the concentration was on her apparent 'third leg' instead of why she was on the cover for involvement with Times Up. This highlights women's physical appearance being the central topic, linking to Charlie Rose's qualities of her being appearance based]]> 2019-02-25 12:25:04 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334800101 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334935407 In chapter 2 of Graeme Turner's book Understanding Celebrity, he highlights that the film producers contract stars to advertise and promote the film they preform in, Reese can be seen doing this through social media as well as interviews. Her seemingly happiness to do this is again in line with her happy persona]]> 2019-02-25 16:20:00 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334935407 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334947232 Example of Reese promoting a film through interviews, in this case Sweet Home Alabama. Even in 2002 she was insisting that we all have a little bit of our home and our heritage in us, highlighting that being southern has always been part of her star image has always been ]]> 2019-02-25 16:36:32 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334947232 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334954167 2019-02-25 16:45:51 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334954167 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334954770 2019-02-25 16:46:48 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/334954770 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335290115 Reese Witherspoon speaks up about her experiences being sexually assaulted at Elle's Women in Hollywood event in 2017. Speaking up and being truthful and genuine about why she kept quiet for so long reinforces her authenticity for her political action and beliefs in the movements for gender equality]]> 2019-02-26 10:54:23 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335290115 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335291506 Eva Longoria and Reese highlight they don't see themselves as the leaders of the movement, as the interviewer suggests, but continuing the work others have been doing for decades, accentuating Reese's modest demeanour]]> 2019-02-26 10:58:10 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335291506 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335292835 Mark Wheeler in his book Celebrity Politics emphasises the rise in celebrities using their fame to raise awareness of campaigns that have existed outside the scope of partisan-based politics. Witherspoon is an example of this through her raising awareness of the gender inequality and discrimination that still exists, especially in Hollywood]]> 2019-02-26 11:04:18 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335292835 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335295361 Reese positions herself as a feminst, which can be seen through her political activism in The Times Up campaign among other things, as well as through media reports. This positions herself alongside many of the characters she plays who fight for equality including Elle Woods ]]> 2019-02-26 11:14:14 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335295361 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335297512 Reese also uses her social media to promote her business, which aligns her 'star image' and her 'political persona' further]]> 2019-02-26 11:22:27 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335297512 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335299162 She raises awareness through social media by sharing image for the #TimesUP movement for example, merging her star and political image ]]> 2019-02-26 11:29:09 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335299162 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335374312 Even her divorce is reported on as friendly, Reese gives the appearance of not having any bad blood with anyone]]> 2019-02-26 14:33:38 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335374312 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335375751 Reese reflects on her previous marriage to Ryan Phillipe and only refers to the good things she got out of it, once again we fail to see any tension in the image she has created ]]> 2019-02-26 14:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335375751 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335386223 Reese's current marriage to Jim Toth is reported on as a 'whirlwind romance', similarly to her divorce there are no bumps or problems reported on, but instead it simply focuses on how good they are together ]]> 2019-02-26 14:50:12 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335386223 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335388892 This is another article highlighting how well suited Jim and Reese are together and how well he gets on with her kids. Reese's star image consists of no issues or feuds, and her strong marriage being reported on adds to this]]> 2019-02-26 14:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335388892 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335399845 Another example of where tension would be expected but instead both star images remain intact after Jack Gyllenhaal and Witherspoon split highlighting the lack of negative press about Reese, maintaining her star image]]> 2019-02-26 15:10:01 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335399845 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335402620 Ava Phillipe (Reese's daughter) is almost robbed of her individuality with the amount of referencing to her mum she is given, as can be seen in the comment on this Instagram post. Her younger brothers are not given as much media attention implying it is because of her likeness to her mother. ]]> 2019-02-26 15:13:56 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335402620 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335412492 Reese and Ava are portrayed as extremely close, with Reese asking her daughter for fashion and make up advice. This solidifies the close knit family that Reese portrays as part of her star image ]]> 2019-02-26 15:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335412492 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335418698 Despite no specific reasoning for the split, Reese and Bruna Papandrea appear on good terms admist Witherspoon gaining full control of Pacific Standard (their production company) after Papandrea left highlighting the lack of negative press surrounding Reese, preserving her image]]> 2019-02-26 15:39:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335418698 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335435982 Witherspoon left her manager of 19 years in 2013, but stayed on with her agency CAA. Her ex-manager Evelyn O'Neill will have played a large role in shaping Reese's star image and controlling the lack of negative press available about Reese]]> 2019-02-26 16:05:53 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335435982 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335445559 Despite David Fincher rejecting her for the lead role in Gone Girl Reese shows no hard feelings towards his decision, keeping in line with her image of a happy and understanding individual]]> 2019-02-26 16:19:08 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335445559 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335452528 Reese visiting her walk of fame star, looking happy, youthful and having fun is the image that she has successfully created for herself, with even her films portraying characters that fit this coherent and continuous image]]> 2019-02-26 16:29:35 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/335452528 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336457112 This article highlights that Reese has always been a bit 'wild' following the release of her film of the same name, and is not actually 'america's sweetheart', emphasising the character profile Reese portrays is very much the girl next door, especially as it portrays her being more wild in a very positive way, adding to the lack of negative press available about her]]> 2019-02-28 15:43:54 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336457112 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336465417 Archer's (2006) article From Legally Blonde to Miss Congeniality: The Femininity Conundrum highlights the role popular media currently play in reinforcing stereotypes of women in their careers. Archer argues Elle Woods changes to fit in, creating a conflict with Reese's image as an advocate for gender equality in the workplace, however this isn't often critiqued as Elle Woods is such a popular character and is seen as a strong role model]]> 2019-02-28 15:55:20 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336465417 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336631019 As Reese's look-a-like daughter Ava garners a lot of attention, getting positive press like her mother. Nearly all the press on her refers back to her mum and how she looks like a young Reese suggesting her and her mother's beauty is all the press are bothered about ]]> 2019-02-28 20:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336631019 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336825707 Sean Redmond's book Celebrity and the Media considers the distinctive types of celebrity Chris Rojek (2001) proposes. Witherspoon is an achieved celebrity through her career in film as well as more recently her political involvement.]]> 2019-03-01 13:26:19 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336825707 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336832428 As part of Hello Sunshine Reese has a monthly book club, promoting female writers. This adds to the growing platforms she has promoting women's involvement in the creative industries and has a continuous message of female empowerment]]> 2019-03-01 13:44:32 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336832428 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336834124 This an extract from the Reese's book club x Hello Sunshine Instagram page, the continuous message of female empowerment Reese fights for adds a new level to her consistent star image ]]> 2019-03-01 13:48:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336834124 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336838379 Reese gives 13-18 year-old women a chance to learn film production in order to start changing the gender imbalance in the film industry. This is very 'on brand' for Reese who has recently been an advocate for equal rights for women in the media industry]]> 2019-03-01 13:57:53 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/336838379 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337134497 Alongside media reports memes have also been made about the similarity between Witherspoon and her daughter Ava, highlighting that her youthful looks are not just an obsession of the media industry but society as a whole]]> 2019-03-02 16:47:23 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337134497 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337241541 2019-03-03 16:38:10 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337241541 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337242459 2019-03-03 16:47:17 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337242459 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337244958 2019-03-03 17:06:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337244958 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337248359 2019-03-03 17:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/337248359 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342777489 Reese has always been very open about being a feminist and refusing roles that don't match her values - her persona as a strong-willed, bright individual has always been present, often attributed to her southern roots which Witherspoon encourages. She also bought awareness to campaigns she cared about early on in her career including the Children's Defense Fund, which ties in to her family orientated image]]> 2019-03-19 11:06:21 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342777489 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342780570 "when Witherspoon tries, she usually succeeds", even before her more recent political involvement, Witherspoon offered a determined and businesswoman persona which people take seriously ]]> 2019-03-19 11:18:53 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342780570 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342784959 Reese's mother Betty Witherspoon often appears in articles as Reese looks up to her, often citing her mother as inspiration - Reese comes from a family of strong women reinforcing her image as a strong woman]]> 2019-03-19 11:34:37 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342784959 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342785747 From Reese's close relationship with her mother to the strong relationship portrayed between Reese and her kids, family is seen to lie at the centre of Reese's life]]> 2019-03-19 11:37:22 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342785747 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342909417 Witherspoon's accomplishments in the political sphere, as well as as an actor, have made her a role model for many women as an entrepreneur, advocate and actress]]> 2019-03-19 15:12:30 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342909417 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342916292 Reese often pays tribute to her grandparents influence on her, such as in this Facebook post, reminding us of her southern roots and how much she values family ]]> 2019-03-19 15:24:07 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342916292 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342921039 In this article she's described as "one of the most down to Earth celebrities on the planet", emphasising the authenticity of her star image ]]> 2019-03-19 15:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342921039 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342924419 Reese Witherspoon's new talk show interviews woman and discusses they achieved their dream, further promoting Reese's advocacy for gender equality ]]> 2019-03-19 15:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/342924419 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343075181 Further positive publicity of Reese, she's portrayed as kind, talented and a feminist. This is in line with her star image ]]> 2019-03-19 20:19:29 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343075181 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343409680 Stacey argues spectators look for similarity in celebrities as well as valuing the differences. Reese's emphasis on her family values and close relationships can be seen as similarity many of her fans can relate to, adding authenticity to her celebrity persona. This can also be applied to the press published on her break ups, as fans feel they can relate to her as they have shared similar experiences.
Stacey, Jackie (2006) 'Feminine Fascinations: A question of identification?' in David P. Marshall (eds) The Celebrity Culture Reader New York: Routledge pp. 252-285]]> 2019-03-20 16:04:45 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343409680 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343468844 In many of her films she plays characters that reaffirm her star image of friendly and cute, such as her role in Cruel Intentions]]> 2019-03-20 17:51:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343468844 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343471966 A few of her earlier films contradict the star image Reese is known for, but these aren't roles she's heavily associated with, such as Fear (1996)]]> 2019-03-20 17:56:54 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343471966 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343496240 Reese is the official brand ambassador for Elizabeth Arden, citing her being an advocate for women and determination to set standards as their reason, linking Reese's public image with her political one ]]> 2019-03-20 18:42:19 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343496240 201181556 https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343497900 Reese Witherspoon fansite uses Elle Woods as their main image, further affirming the strong association Reese has with this character, as well as her popularity as an actor to have a fansite ]]> 2019-03-20 18:45:49 UTC https://padlet.com/201181556/ax0ystfm7ute/wish/343497900