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Reese Witherspoon Mentors Next Gen of Hollywood Women
11 Oct
Summary
- Reese Witherspoon discusses importance of mentorship for young women
- Witherspoon had a mentor who guided her in her 20s
- Witherspoon's company Hello Sunshine hosts annual Shine Away event
On October 10, 2025, Reese Witherspoon, the acclaimed actress known for her role in Big Little Lies, discussed the importance of mentorship for young women in the entertainment industry. Ahead of her company Hello Sunshine's third annual Shine Away event in Los Angeles on October 11-12, 2025, Witherspoon, 49, emphasized the significance of women supporting and learning from each other.
Witherspoon exclusively told E! News that she recently had lunch with her own mentor, who had provided her with invaluable guidance in her 20s. "Mentorship is everything," Witherspoon said, explaining how her mentor's advice helped her make crucial decisions about her career and personal life.
The actress continued, "It's important for women to find ways to connect in real life and learn from each other, really gather those best practices, those critical words of wisdom that can really guide you." Witherspoon's comments underscore her commitment to empowering the next generation of female talent in Hollywood through her company's annual Shine Away event.
