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Anna Kendrick        

Award-Winning Actress, Singer & Director Known for the "Pitch Perfect" Franchise, "Love Life" & "Woman of the Hour"; Author, "Scrappy Little Nobody"

Anna Kendrick is an actress, singer, and author known for her performances across film, theater, and television. Kendrick’s career began when she landed a Broadway role in "High Society" at twelve, earning a Tony Award nomination. She gained international recognition with her role as Jessica Stanley in the "Twilight" series.

Kendrick earned nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA, and a Golden Globe for her performance in "Up in the Air" alongside George Clooney. She went on to star in the "Pitch Perfect" franchise, where she played Beca, a college a cappella singer. Her vocal talents in the series garnered a dedicated fan base, with the soundtrack’s “Cups” being performed at events such as the 2013 Kennedy Center Honors and the 2015 Academy Awards.

In addition to acting, Kendrick authored her memoir, "Scrappy Little Nobody," which provides insights into her Hollywood life. Kendrick has also proven her versatility in both film and television with more dramatic projects. She took on the roles in "A Simple Favor" and "Love Life," the latter she also produced. Her role in "Love Life" led to a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Actress in a Short Form Comedy or Drama Series in 2020.

Expanding her skills, Kendrick made her directorial debut with the drama "Woman of the Hour" in 2023, premiering on Netflix in 2024. She has voiced the lead role in the animated musicals of the "Trolls" film franchise since 2016 and is involved in the post-production of the "Untitled A Simple Favor Sequel," reprising her role as Stephanie Smothers.

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Actress Anna Kendrick to fund 31 classroom projects in Maine
Actress and Portland native Anna Kendrick will fund 31 classroom projects at schools all over Maine this year through the online education charity DonorsChoose.org.
Actress and Portland native Anna Kendrick will fund 31 classroom projects at schools all over Maine this year through the online education charity DonorsChoose.org.
Kendrick and an anonymous donor will fund a total of 74 requests for project funding this year in Maine schools, said Maya Kriet, a spokesperson for DonorsChoose.org. Kriet would not say what the total amount of Kendrick’s donation is, but a list of Maine classroom projects funded through DonorsChoose.org shows that the typical funding amount ranges from a few hundred dollars to more than $2,000 per project.
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