6 Things to Know About Reese Witherspoon's Lookalike Daughter, Ava Elizabeth Phillippe

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She’s been dubbed her mother’s doppelgänger, caught the attention of the fashion world, and quietly emerged as one of Gen Z’s most captivating young tastemakers. But there’s more to Ava Phillippe than her Hollywood heritage.

Here’s what you might not know about the daughter of Legally Blonde royalty — and why she’s fast becoming a star in her own right.

1) She’s Named After a Hollywood Icon

Ava Elizabeth Phillippe, 25, was named after classic film star Ava Gardner — a nod to old Hollywood glamour. “My daughter’s name is Ava,” Ava's dad (Reese's ex-husband) Ryan Phillippe, told Jay Leno in 2008. “Ava Gardner, because to me she was the only woman who could break Sinatra. So the idea of that name to me is very classy and strong.”

2) She’s a UC Berkeley Graduate

Rather than diving headfirst into film or fashion, Ava chose a more cerebral path, attending the University of California, Berkeley. “My parents have always encouraged me to choose the path that’s right for me and, you know, guide me along the way to make better choices than I might make,” she explained on Daily Pop in 2021. “I’m so grateful for that. That is such a privilege to have parents that support you in that way and want you to be who you truly are meant to be.”

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3) She’s an Artist in Her Own Right

Ava is a talented visual artist. She frequently shares sketches, paintings and photography on her Instagram, which has become a soft, curated gallery of her creative inner world. There’s no doubt she inherited a flair for storytelling — but she’s using visuals, not scripts, to express herself.

4) She’s Modelled for Rodarte and Draper James

While she’s not a traditional runway model, Ava has caught the attention of fashion designers who value intelligence and authenticity. She’s starred in campaigns for Rodarte, known for its dreamy, romantic aesthetic, and posed for her mother’s fashion label, Draper James.

5) She is a Dog Lover

Ava is clearly an animal lover. She regularly shares pics with her pup, Benji, on Instagram.

6) She is in a Relationship

Yes Ava Phillipe has been dating her boyfriend, Dakota Brukbaker, since June, according to Hello! Magazine.

They regularly make TikTok videos and recently took the next step in their relationship by moving in together. "POV you and ur gf finally move in together," Brukbaker wrote in a TikTok clip. "You'll be married in a year in the suburbs or something like that," he captioned the post.