Hilary Swank: podcast appearances and interviews

Hilary Ann Swank, born on July 30, 1974, is an American actress and film producer known for her performances in both television and film. She gained early recognition in 1992 through her role on the television series Camp Wilder and made her film debut with a minor role in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Swank achieved international fame for her acclaimed portrayals of Brandon Teena in Boys Don't Cry and Maggie Fitzgerald in Million Dollar Baby, both of which earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress and Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama. In 2005, she was named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Swank extended her career into film production, taking on producing roles in movies such as Amelia, Conviction, You're Not You, and What They Had, in which she also starred. Her diverse acting credits include television appearances like Carly Reynolds on Beverly Hills, 90210, and roles in films like The Next Karate Kid, The Black Dahlia, and Freedom Writers. She also starred in the television film Iron Jawed Angels, and recent notable works include The Resident, The Homesman, Logan Lucky, The Hunt, Fatale, and the series Alaska Daily in 2022. Swank’s career spans over two decades and encompasses a range of critically acclaimed performances across multiple entertainment mediums.