"It's Just a Different Skill Set": Oscar Winner Renee Zellweger on Learning New Skills for Her Title Role in 'The Thing About Pam'
Renee Zellweger proves that even the biggest stars have to be open to learn on the job.
Zellweger has had an absolutely illustrious career. From her memorable, multi-generational portrayal as Bridget Jones in Bridget Jones's Diary to her Oscar-winning performance as Judy Garland in Judy, the world is confident that there is almost nothing that Renee Zellweger can't do. That's why it is even more inspiring to hear about someone so talented working to overcome challenges in a field in which she is clearly an expert.
As a lead in the new series, The Thing About Pam, she takes on the role of the real-life murderer Pam Hupp. In order to take on this role, Zellweger went on a major make-up transformation. The transformation is unquestionably incredible. According to an article on The Hollywood Reporter, working in this many posthetics was a new challenge for the actor.
Zellweger shared, "I learned a lot really quickly about performing in prosthetics. It was one thing to put it on and feel like yes, we did what we needed to do, and it was another thing to go tell a story...It's just a different skill set, and I didn't have it, and I didn't know I didn't have it, so I needed to learn on the fly real quick." According to her team, Zellweger quickly rose to the challenge. Her success is evident in this incredible new series.
Renee Zellweger is a seasoned professional and to know that she continues to work and improve every day is what makes her an even more inspiring person.
