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Local actress Lexi Minetree is set to play a young Elle Woods in a new prequel series, and the resemblance to Reese Witherspoon is uncanny. Witherspoon herself announced the casting this week.
In a TikTok video, the two actresses posed together, both dressed in signature Elle Woods pink. Fans were stunned by how much Minetree looks like a younger Witherspoon. The video’s caption playfully asked, “Do we look alike or something?”
Comments on the video ranged from “It’s uncanny!” to “This is almost scary.
They are SO alike.” Many fans praised the perfect casting.
Another video captured the moment Witherspoon told Minetree the good news. The young actress reacted with joyful tears, asking to hug Witherspoon.
She then called her mom with Witherspoon present, excitedly shouting “ME!” just like Elle Woods in the original movie.
This reaction further cemented the casting choice in fans’ minds, with many commenting on how perfectly Minetree embodies the iconic character.