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Our interview with Lea Thompson took place Tuesday, March 15th, 2022. She joined us from California, USA.

Step back in time with us for an exciting interview with the iconic actress Lea Thompson! Best known for her role as Lorraine Baines in the "Back to the Future" trilogy, Lea has been captivating audiences for decades. In this exclusive interview, she shares her journey to success, her memories from the set of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time, and what she has in store for the future. Whether you're a fan of her work or just interested in the world of Hollywood, this is a must-watch. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear directly from one of the most talented and influential actresses of our time.

Genevieve introduced our special guest Ms. Lea Thompson:

Lea Katherine Thompson is an American actress. Thompson has starred in more than 30 films, 25 television movies, 4 television series, more than 20 ballets, and starred on Broadway in "Cabaret".

She is best known for her role as Lorraine Baines-McFly in the Back to the Future film trilogy and Beverly Switzler in Howard the Duck. Other films for which she is known include All the Right Moves, Red Dawn, Some Kind of Wonderful and The Beverly Hillbillies. Lea took a break from acting to look after her first child, and then returned to acting. It was then that she was first given the script of a new NBC sitcom, Caroline in the City (1995). It was probably the best decision Lea ever made. She won a People's choice Award for best actress in a new sitcom.

Lea lives in Los Angeles with her husband of over thirty years, film/television director Howard Deutch, and their two talented daughters, Madelyn and Zoey Deutch, along with many dogs, fish, horses, chickens, a cat, tortoise, and parrot. She supports and often performs for breast cancer, mental health, and Alzheimer's charities. Lea is currently writing her first book of essays.

Please give a warm YGC welcome to Ms. Lea Thompson!

Genevieve invited schools to ask questions:
Cloverdale Catholic School in Surrey, British Columbia asked questions LIVE

1) Tell us about your childhood growing up and who were the people who were a big influence in your life at the time.

2) How did you get into acting, and when did you know that you wanted to pursue acting for a living? What was your first acting role?

Then A School in New Zealand had two PRE-RECORDED questions for us:

3) You studied ballet and were an accomplished ballerina. Do you still dance? Why did you not decide to pursue a career in ballet?

4) What was it like filming Back to the Future? Did you ever think that you would be chosen for a role in a movie that would become such a big box office hit?

Blessed Sacrament School, Vancouver, British Columbia asked questions LIVE

5) Do you still maintain friendships with Michael J Fox, Christopher Lloyd and other members of the cast?

6) Howard the Duck did not receive the recognition it deserved back in the day, is being recognized today as part of the Marvel Universe. Would you like to join the Marvel Universe? If so, which character would you like to play?

A Teacher from Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation in Old Crow, Yukon asked LIVE

7) Can you draw any parallels between the movie Red Dawn and what is going on in the world today?

8) You have worked with many different actors in your career. Which actor(s) had a significant impact on your life?

Robert Sullivan School in Rock Hill, South Carolina closed with two questions LIVE

9) What movie or series are you most proud about, and why

10) What are some causes that you feel particularly passionate about, and why?

Genevieve got to thank Lea:

Lea, thank you so much for your time today! The fact that you took this time out of your busy schedule to meet with Young Global Citizens is an honour. Do you have any last words of advice or encouragement for our youth? Thank you again!