Los Angeles, California — Jamie Lee Curtis has been a prominent figure in Hollywood for decades, renowned not only for her acting chops but for her willingness to embrace commercial partnerships. In a recent interview on CBS’s 60 Minutes, Curtis addressed her choice to endorse products like L’EGGS pantyhose, Activia yogurt, and Hertz rental cars during peak moments of her career.
Despite her success in films such as A Fish Called Wanda, which earned her a BAFTA nomination, and True Lies, which became the highest-grossing film of 1994, Curtis has always prioritized family. Reflecting on her career, particularly on Mother’s Day, she articulated a candid reason for her endorsements: the flexibility they offered her as a working mother.
Curtis explained that embracing commercial gigs allowed her to spend crucial time with her children, Annie and Ruby, both adopted, while maintaining her career. "I am an imperfect working mom. Because no working moms are perfect," she remarked, acknowledging the challenges of balancing her roles as a mother and an actress.
Her emotional recollection underscored her struggle with the demands of her profession. She noted that the time away from her family weighed heavily on her. "I know how much time away from them I spent in pursuit of my own creativity," she said, revealing the bittersweet nature of her success.
In a previous interview with NBC’s Today, Curtis had addressed her decision to promote Activia yogurt, humorously referencing her role in creating awareness about a product that supports digestive health. "It’s the reason that I sold yogurt that makes you… for seven years," she quipped about her enduring commitment to these advertisements, explaining that they allowed her to reconcile the distances her career often imposed on family time.
Curtis, whose mother was also an actress, clearly understands the complexities of merging a successful career with motherhood. She recently won her first Academy Award for her role in Everything Everywhere All at Once and received nominations from BAFTA and SAG for her performance in The Last Showgirl.
Looking ahead, Curtis remains a powerhouse in the industry. She is working on upcoming projects, including Freakier Friday and Ella McCay, proving that her passion for acting persists alongside her family commitments. Her journey continues to resonate with working parents, showcasing the ongoing balancing act many face in their professional and personal lives.