Lisa Jakub – 42 – Writer

Lisa Jakub became known for her roles in some of the most memorable films in history. She first starred in the 1985 film Eleni. Her role as Lydia Hillard in Mrs. Doubtfire propelled her to stardom. She subsequently landed roles in films like Independence Day as Alicia Casse, Matinee as Sandra, and George Lucas in Love. After 16 years of acting, she retired from the industry at age 22 and moved to Virginia. She married her longtime partner Jeremy Jones in 2005.

Currently, she is a writer. She has published two books titled You Look Like That Girl and Not Just Me. She regularly posts in her blog about her life and advocacy for mental health awareness. Years after her retirement, she graduated from the University of Virginia in 2010 with a Sociology degree. She is also a qualified Kripalu yoga teacher.