15 jaw-dropping facts about Jennifer Lawrence

15. She owns a bow and arrow and even used it to defend herself

Jennifer Lawrence doesn’t just play a skilled archer on screen, she also owns a bow in real life. Mistaking workers in her home for burglars, she loaded her bow and marched in ready to defend herself, only to awkwardly greet the unsuspecting workers. | © Roadside Attractions

14. She is a huge fan of the Harry Potter movies

Jennifer Lawrence is a die-hard fan of the Harry Potter movies. Like many Potterheads, she admitted to being enchanted by the wizarding world and loves immersing herself in the magical adventures of Hogwarts. | © 20th Century Fox

13. Lawrence is a skilled equestrian

Riding was a big part of her childhood as her family owned a horse farm in Kentucky. Her first horse, Muffin, was as memorable as they come, adorable but, in her own words, “a mean little b****”. | © The Weinstein Company

12. She played a biblical prostitute in a church play

At just nine years old, Jennifer Lawrence stole the show in a church play as a biblical prostitute from Nineveh. While other kids stood by, she showcased her talents with confidence, leaving her parents proud. | © Lionsgate

11. Jennifer hates dieting

Jennifer Lawrence is probably the biggest hater of diet in Hollywood. Instead of neglecting her love of food, she prefers going into beast mode during workouts, pushing herself far beyond the limits of the average person. That's her secret of staying fit without skipping a favorite dessert. | © Columbia Pictures

10. Lawrence has a H2O tattoo on her hand

Jennifer Lawrence has a tiny H2O tattoo on her hand, laughing about her “H squared O” in middle school. Ironically, she didn’t even want the tattoo in the first place but gave in to a little peer pressure. | © Lionsgate

9. Her nickname in school was Nitro

Jennifer Lawrence was bursting with energy and curiosity during her early years in school, so her classmates gave her the name "Nitro." Always hyperactive and eager to explore, she lived up to her explosive moniker in and out of the classroom. | © RIVR Media

8. Jennifer Lawrence never took acting classes

Jennifer Lawrence has raw talent that comes without a single acting class. Discovered before she could train formally, her natural style set her apart so much that even an acting coach advised her to skip lessons. | © Sony Pictures

7. Jennifer has served as a nurse

Before Hollywood, Jennifer Lawrence served as a nurse at a children’s summer camp run by her mom. She even had a five-year backup plan, if acting didn’t pan out, she was ready to head back to Kentucky and pursue a career in nursing. | © Summit Entertainment

6. She tried out for the role of Bella in Twilight

Before becoming Katniss, Jennifer Lawrence auditioned to play the role of Bella in Twilight. She also auditioned for iconic roles in Superbad and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. | © A24

5. She reportedly turned down Prince Harry

Jennifer Lawrence once turned down Prince Harry, who reportedly had a crush on her, and even sent an aide to ask her out. We can only guess if it was her relationship with Chris Martin or sheer disinterest. | © Paramount Pictures

4. Lawrence nearly turned down her Hunger Games role

Jennifer Lawrence almost said no to playing Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games, a role that transformed her into a renowned actress. Initially hesitating to join a massive big-budget franchise, it took some no-nonsense advice from her mom to choose the right direction. | © Relativity Media

3. Lawrence broke a 50-year streak as the first girl born on her dad’s side

Jennifer Lawrence broke a 50-year streak as the first girl born on her dad’s side of the family, so her life wasn't sugar and spice. Her mom raised the daughter to be tough, so much so that young Jennifer was banned from playing with other girls at school. | © 20th Century Fox

2. Jennifer moved to New York as teenager to pursue her acting career

At just 14, Jennifer Lawrence convinced her parents to let her move to New York with her older brother to pursue acting. The siblings survived on molded plastic cups and determination until she started landing small roles, which was quite a gritty start to an amazing career. | © Columbia Pictures

1. She’s a Hollywood superstar without a high school diploma

Jennifer Lawrence became a Hollywood superstar without even finishing high school. The actress revealed that she left formal education after middle school to chase her acting dreams in New York, proudly calling herself self-educated. | © Netflix