Anna Kendrick: podcast appearances and interviews

Anna Cooke Kendrick, born on August 9, 1985, is an American actress, singer, and film director. She is recognized for portraying upbeat and endearing characters in comedies and musicals. Kendrick's early career included her role in the 1998 Broadway musical High Society, which earned her a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. She made her film debut with the musical comedy Camp in 2003 and gained wider recognition with her supporting role in The Twilight Saga from 2008 to 2011. Her performance in the film Up in the Air in 2009 garnered her an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress, and she starred in the Pitch Perfect film series from 2012 to 2017. Kendrick has also appeared in various other films, including Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, 50/50, End of Watch, Into the Woods, The Accountant, A Simple Favor, and Noelle. Since 2016, she has provided the lead voice in the animated Trolls film franchise. In addition to her acting career, Kendrick has sung on soundtracks such as the single Cups and has performed at notable events including the Kennedy Center Honors and the Academy Awards. She starred in the short-form comedy series Dummy in 2020, which earned her a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. In 2023, Kendrick made her directorial debut with the thriller Woman of the Hour. She has also published a memoir titled Scrappy Little Nobody in 2016.