Goldie Hawn

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Summary

Goldie Hawn is an actor and producer known for comedy films including Private Benjamin, Protocol, and The First Wives Club. Several of her films center on women asserting independence, and Hawn has described women’s work in Hollywood as facing extra challenges, including unequal pay for female-led films. She founded the Goldie Hawn Foundation, whose MindUP program promotes children’s mental health, and has publicly supported gay rights. Hawn has also said entertainment should not become overly politicized; no public statements on race-focused activism or DEI roles are on record.