Michelle Pfeiffer wishes her two fellow actresses, Gillian Anderson and Viola Davis, a happy birthday as they celebrate their special days close to each other.
- August 12, 2024
AceShowbiz - On August 11, Michele Pfeiffer celebrated the birthdays of her "The First Lady" co-stars, Gillian Anderson and Viola Davis, who turned 56 and 59 years old, respectively. The trio portrayed first ladies Eleanor Roosevelt (Anderson), Betty Ford (Pfeiffer) and Michelle Obama (Davis) in the 2012 historical drama series.
The series explored the political and personal lives of these notable women and their experiences in the White House. Despite its Emmy nomination, it was not renewed for a second season.
Pfeiffer expressed her eagerness to portray Betty Ford, who passed away in 2011. She was particularly drawn to Ford's advocacy for substance abuse recovery through the Betty Ford clinic.
When asked about the commonality between the three first ladies, Davis highlighted their "agency" and ability to forge their own paths. Pfeiffer emphasized their struggles to be heard and how they used their influence to empower other women. Anderson praised Eleanor Roosevelt's innovative approach to connecting with the public during the Great Depression, which had a profound impact on the nation.
As Pfeiffer celebrated the birthdays of her talented colleagues, she expressed their mutual admiration for the women they portrayed. Their shared interest in the first ladies' remarkable lives and their ability to inspire women everywhere made their bond inseparable.
