Happy Birthday Anne Hathaway: 6 Unknown Facts About ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Actress As She Turns 42

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As a dedicated follower of Anne Hathaway’s career and life journey, I have been captivated by her incredible versatility and the depth of emotion she brings to each role she plays. Her transformation from harboring ambitions of becoming a nun to gracing the silver screen with her mesmerizing performances is nothing short of extraordinary.

Anne Hathaway reaches the age of 42! This enduring Hollywood legend continues to be in demand, with upcoming roles in Christopher Nolan’s new production alongside Zendaya, as well as a part in The Princess Diaries sequel. Known for her remarkable range in character selection and the melodious voice reminiscent of a nightingale, Hathaway has captivated audiences with her outstanding performances over the years, from Ella Enchanted (2004) to The Devil Wears Prada (2006), Les Misérables (2012), The Intern (2015), Armageddon Time (2022), and The Idea of You (2024), among many other critically-adored blockbusters.

Hathaway boasts a highly appealing collection of films and has accumulated an abundance of fascinating tales and odd incidents throughout her long-standing career. As the actress celebrates another trip around the sun, let’s revisit six lesser-known facts about her that might surprise you.

In addition to pursuing an acting career, the actress from Interstellar had dreams of joining a convent. Being part of a Roman Catholic family, she initially thought about becoming a nun before discovering that acting was her true passion. However, when her older brother revealed he was gay, her opinions towards the Catholic Church started to shift negatively. According to British GQ, the family abandoned their Catholic faith and converted to Episcopalianism in support of her brother; however, Hathaway eventually drifted away from the church, describing herself as a “work in progress.

Hathaway’s rise to fame started unexpectedly at an audition for The Princess Diaries. While killing time at LAX, she spontaneously went for a casting call for the film. During her interview, nervous Hathaway accidentally tumbled from her chair, which, fortuitously, impressed director Garry Marshall, enhancing her chances. With her innate charisma and comic timing, she secured the role of Mia Thermopolis.

Indeed, the real-life feline companion of Hathaway, affectionately known as Fat Louie both on and off screen, had the privilege of portraying the renowned cat in The Princess Diaries film. Not only did he capture hearts in the initial movie, but his popularity led to a return for another starring role in the sequel. Additionally, Fat Louie made his debut in the music video accompanying the movie’s cast, entitled Myra: Miracles Happen.

In my line of work as a lifestyle expert, I must admit there were very few career milestones I could call my own at that time. Yet, when Judd Apatow approached me for the lead role in Knocked Up, I had to turn it down due to the intense birthing scene, which I wasn’t ready for given my lack of personal experience as a mother. As fate would have it, I became a mom to two beautiful sons since then, and I believe I could now deliver an authentic portrayal if given another chance to play that role in the movie starring Katherine Heigl.

In a conversation with the Los Angeles Times, Hathaway’s mother acknowledged that Hathaway’s portrayal of Fantine in the 2012 movie was greatly influenced by her own experience playing Fantine on stage and the American tour of Les Misérables. She further expressed that Hathaway’s interpretation wasn’t as deep as hers, but Hathaway’s role opened her eyes to the character due to all the research Hathaway did. Notably, this role earned Hathaway an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2013.

In the year 2012, Anne Hathaway tied the knot with Adam Shulman. This duo is blessed with two sons, eight-year-old Jonathan and four-year-old Jack. They recently commemorated their twelfth wedding anniversary together.

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2024-11-12 12:07