Elizabeth Banks is an American actress, producer, and director. She has appeared in numerous films and television shows, gaining recognition for her talent and versatility as an actress, and later, her success as a filmmaker.
I grew up in a very small town, but it happened to be in western Massachusetts, where there were a lot of gay people. I remember my aunt going to a gay wedding when I was 11, and I thought it was the coolest thing.
My father is a huge horse racing fan, so I was introduced to the sport long before 'Seabiscuit.' But the role made me an even bigger fan. Horse racing is one of my favorite sports.