Reese Witherspoon recently shared a surprising story about her experience serving on a jury years after starring in the hit movie “Legally Blonde.” The actress, who played the iconic role of Elle Woods, a fashionable and determined law student, found herself mistaken for a real lawyer by her fellow jurors. During an interview, Witherspoon recounted the amusing incident. She admitted that she was not thrilled about being called for jury duty in Beverly Hills, assuming she would not be selected.
However, much to her surprise, she was chosen to serve on a trial that lasted approximately two weeks. When it came time for the jurors to select a foreman, Witherspoon was unanimously nominated by her peers. Confused by their decision, she asked why they had chosen her.
To her astonishment, they replied, “You went to law school.”
Witherspoon quickly clarified the misunderstanding, stating, “Y’all, this is really upsetting. I definitely did not go to law school, I didn’t even finish college.” She explained that she had only portrayed a lawyer in a movie, but her fellow jurors insisted on her taking on the role of foreman.
Witherspoon assumed to be real lawyer
The actress’s portrayal of Elle Woods in “Legally Blonde” and its sequel, “Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde,” left a lasting impression on audiences. In the films, Elle fearlessly advocates for animal rights and navigates the challenges of both university and legislative environments. Discussions about a potential third installment in the “Legally Blonde” series have been ongoing for years.
Luke Wilson, who played Elle’s love interest Emmett Richmond, mentioned that Witherspoon has been diligently working on the project, ensuring that it meets the high standards set by the previous films. In addition to the possibility of a third movie, a “Legally Blonde” prequel series is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video. The show will explore Elle’s life as a regular high school student in the 1990s before she became the famous Harvard Law graduate.
Witherspoon expressed her excitement about the project, inviting fans to get to know the younger version of the beloved character. The prequel series is expected to be released later this year, much to the delight of “Legally Blonde” fans worldwide. As for Witherspoon’s real-life jury duty experience, it serves as a testament to the enduring impact of her portrayal of Elle Woods and the power of cinema to shape public perception.