Reese Witherspoonâs lookalike daughter is stepping into the spotlight, and following in her famous momâs footsteps. Ava Phillippe is making her leading lady debut in a role thatâs as bold and emotional as it is meaningful.
The 25-year-old daughter of Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe has landed a leading role. Ava has been cast in the upcoming adaptation of Mariko Tamakiâs beloved graphic novel ‘Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me’, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Tommy Dorfman Directs, Sam Morelos Co-Stars
Directed by “13 Reasons Why” star Tommy Dorfman, the film also stars That ’90s Show breakout Sam Morelos. Ava will take on the title role of Laura Dean, the charming, charismatic heartbreaker at the center of the story.
A Story About Love, Loss & Finding Yourself
The film follows Freddie Riley, a high school girl hopelessly in love with Laura Dean, who keeps breaking her heart. As Laura continues to end things over and over, Freddie begins a journey of self-discovery and healing with the help of her best friends and a psychic.
Director Praises Avaâs ‘Effortlessness’ & Onscreen Chemistry
âSimilarly, Avaâs effortlessness as Laura Dean and the chemistry between them as actors was electric,â Dorfman shared, as per Hollywood reporter. âI couldnât be more thrilled to work with both rising stars on my sophomore film.â
How Ava Phillippe Is Paving Her Own Path
Like mother, like daughter â and no one knows that better than Reese and Ava. Reese has often been told that her 25-year-old daughter is her spitting image, a compliment she happily embraces.
âIt makes me feel so young,â Witherspoon told InStyle, though she acknowledged that Ava might feel differently. âI’m sure it’s not easy looking exactly like your mother,â she added.
Despite the constant comparisons to one of Hollywoodâs most iconic actresses, Ava is determined to carve out her own identity. âMy parents have always encouraged me to choose the path that’s right for me and, you know, guide me along the way to make better choices than I might make,â she shared during a 2021 appearance on Daily Pop. âI’m so grateful for that. That is such a privilege to have parents that support you in that way and want you to be who you truly are meant to be.â
A graduate of UC Berkeley, Ava has already made a name for herself in the fashion world, modeling for high-profile brands like Ivy Park and Pat McGrath Labs.
She made her acting debut in April 2025 on ABCâs “Doctor Odyssey”, and now sheâs stepping into her first major film role, ready to shine on her terms.
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