Geena Davis, one of the most iconic faces of 1990s cinema, is making headlines again for her role as Renee Joyce in 'The Boroughs.' In a recent interview, the Oscar-winning actress offered a rare glimpse into her life in Wareham, a quiet town in Massachusetts, and her upbringing there.
Geena Davis Talks About Her Upbringing
Davis recently sat down with The Wall Street Journal and shared some rare insights into her life while growing up in Wareham. She revealed that even from a young age in that small town, she aspired to become a Hollywood star and dreamed of acting on the big screen. She added, 'At home, the TV was often on. My parents said I was 3 when I first told them I’d be an actor. I think I saw acting as a way to be somebody who didn’t have to blend in.' Another adorable habit she picked up was copying TV show stars who wore glasses. From an early age, Davis was inspired by the glitz and glamour of show business.
As for her start in the industry, which came much later, Davis made the most of her childhood. She opened up about her best friend, Lucyann, sharing that the two of them 'would put on lots of silly plays, many based on TV shows.'
Geena Davis Says Neighbors Would Call Her Mother to Complain
The actress also noted that her life in Wareham was quiet, and she often relied on her imagination to entertain herself. She joked about the matter, adding that because of this, her neighbors would frequently call her mother to complain. 'On my bike, away from social constraints, I often pretended to be in a battle, yelling at my troops, or I sang at the top of my lungs. I assumed no one would hear me, but, of course, they did – and called my mother.'
On the work front, Davis launched her career after graduation, landing a role in the film 'Tootsie.' She most recently appeared in 'The Boroughs' as one of the leading cast members. As for films, she was last seen on the big screen in 'Blink Twice' in 2024.
