Ridley became executive producer of the documentary The Eagle Huntress. The director, Otto Bell said of her engagement during the film: "Like so many other theatergoers around the world, I was blown away by Daisy's recent portrayal of an empowered female protagonist. I'm thrilled she'll be bringing that same energy to supporting a real-world heroine who is also on an epic journey to win victory in a far away land."
She is also one of several actors to be featured on Barbra Streisand's 2016 album Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway. Along with actress, Anne Hathaway, Streisand and Ridley performed the song. At the Ballet from the musical A Chorus Line, with Ridley performing the role of Bebe Benzenheimer, one of a trio of dancers hoping to be cast in an upcoming show.
In the song, Benzenheimer talks about her mother. Around the age of 8 or 9 she began having self-esteem issues due to her mother telling her she would look "different with a very, very personal flair" when she grew up, leading to Bebe's grudge against her mother. It was this time she found relief in ballet where everyone could be beautiful, including herself.
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A Star Is Born: A Daisy Ridley Biography
Non-FictionDaisy Jazz Isobel Ridley is an English actress and film producer. She began her acting career by appearing in television shows but with minor roles but made her way up to the silver screen by starring in 2015's "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" as Rey...
