Anna Cooke Kendrick is an American actress and singer. She has received various accolades, including a Satellite Award, five Teen Choice Awards, three MTV Movie Awards, and nominations for an Academy
Kendrick began her career performing in theater productions at a young age. Her first starring role was in the 1998 Broadway musical High Society, for which she earned a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical.
She made her film debut in the musical comedy Camp (2003), and rose to prominence for her role in The Twilight Saga (2008–2012). Kendrick achieved further recognition for the comedy-drama film Up in the Air (2009), which earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, and for her starring role in the Pitch Perfect film series (2012–17)
Did Ben Affleck and Anna Kendrick get along?
“No,” Kendrick says matter-of-factly, which earns a laugh from the actor.) They didn’t know each other well before filming but “became fast friends,” recalls Accountant director Gavin O’Connor. “And it translated in a really potent way.” One thing they did bond over was Affleck’s beloved New England Patriots.