She's not the biggest star in Hollywood, but by flipping the usual career arc — and career expectancy — for leading women of a certain age, she may be one of the most important.

Find out what actor Connie Britton shared about being a single parent, gender roles, and finding her self-worth through mindfulness.

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Connie Britton felt “really shocked” listening to real-life 9-1-1 calls come in while she prepped for her role.

American actress, Connie Britton is well-known for playing two major roles in her acting career; Tami Taylor in Friday Night Lights and Rayna James in Nashville. Likewise, she is famous for her gorgeous long hair.

The series reunites the actor with Jason Katims, the “Friday Night Lights” showrunner. But the wealthy suburbanite she plays is “so not Tami Taylor,” she said.

The 45-year-old known for her exemplary television marriage and amazing hair has built the rare career for an actress: one that gets better with age.

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THEATER The Nutcracker (1) “We would frequently spend Christmas in New York City when I was growing up, so when I think about the holidays now, that’s what comes to mind. With the return of live performances, I’m dreaming of the New York City Ballet’s version of The Nutcracker—but I hope people can enjoy local productions in their towns too.” The Magic Flute and Cinderella “The Metropolitan Opera in N.Y.C. is doing some abridged operas specifically for younger audiences. These are two of the