79. Tall, Talented, Terrific: Allison Janney’s Inspiring Journey in Showbiz

Published: Sept. 28, 2020, 2 p.m.

When we think of Hollywood’s sweethearts, we create a certain standard for women in media. On-screen women must be sweet, loving, iconic, witty, acclaimed, beautiful, all while having name recognition. Allison Janney challenges the notion of a sweetheart by fitting the criteria and always taking roles a step further. Instead of sweetheart characters, Janney gives us real women with ambition and motivation. Janney’s characters often laugh instead of giggle, curse instead of shriek, and talk with their mouths full. Join us as we explore Janney's amazing journey in Hollywood.

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Written by Dan Considine.

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