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Maya Hawke's Mom's 'Witchy' Cold Cure Revealed
6 Jun
Summary
- Maya Hawke shared childhood remedies from her mother, Uma Thurman.
- Pineapple skin tea was used to fight colds with natural enzymes.
- Hawke grew up between Manhattan and Upstate New York.

Actress Maya Hawke has shared insights into her upbringing, influenced by her parents Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke. She described her mother's approach to nature and remedies as 'witch-adjacent,' distinct from her father's more 'magical' but not 'witchy' methods, such as creating treasure hunts for her.
One particular remedy Hawke recalled from her childhood was a pineapple skin tea that her mother would prepare when she had a cold. This remedy was based on the belief that the enzymes found in pineapple skins could help fight off illness. Hawke also noted her mother's passion for gardening, spending considerable time cultivating ingredients for homemade soups.
Hawke grew up in both Manhattan and Upstate New York, with her parents, renowned actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, divorcing in 2005. She has followed in their footsteps, achieving success as an actress and a singer-songwriter, notably for her role in 'Stranger Things.'
The family has a rich Hollywood legacy. Ethan Hawke is known for films like 'Dead Poets Society' and the 'Before' trilogy, while Uma Thurman gained fame for 'Pulp Fiction' and 'Kill Bill.' Maya has four siblings, including her brother Levon and three half-sisters.