In a candid and engaging session with WIRED, Jodie Foster took on the internet’s most searched questions about her life and career. Here are some highlights from the interview:

How old was Jodie Foster when she starred in “Taxi Driver”? Jodie Foster was just 12 years old when she filmed “Taxi Driver.” She recalled the challenging conditions, wearing hot pants and a halter top in the heat of New York’s toughest neighborhoods. Despite the discomfort, she knew she was part of something significant.

How does Jodie Foster speak French so well? Jodie Foster attended a French school from the age of nine and was fluent by ten and a half. Spending considerable time in France, she speaks French perfectly and even demonstrated her bilingual skills during the interview.

How many Oscars does Jodie Foster have? Foster has won two Oscars and has been nominated four times in total.

How does Jodie Foster stay in shape? Jodie Foster loves to ski, but since she can’t do it year-round, she maintains her fitness by going to the gym.

Does Jodie Foster have children? Yes, she has two sons, Charlie and Kit.

Does Jodie Foster have an accent? She acknowledges having a slight California accent and sometimes a nasal Connecticut accent due to living in both places.

Does Jodie Foster have siblings? Yes, she has three siblings: Constance, Lucinda, and Lucius, also known as Connie, Cindy, and Buddy.

Is Jodie Foster vegan? No, she is not vegan, though she occasionally visits vegan restaurants.

Is Jodie Foster a genius? She modestly denies this claim.

Is Jodie Foster married to Mel Gibson? No, she is married to Alexandra Hedison.

Was Jodie Foster in “Lord of the Rings”? No, she wasn’t, but she would have loved to play Cate Blanchett’s role.

Did Jodie Foster ever play in “Bonanza”? Yes, she appeared in an episode of “Bonanza” and several other Western TV shows in the late 60s and early 70s.

Did Jodie Foster sing in “Bugsy Malone”? No, her singing voice was dubbed in “Bugsy Malone,” even though she was a singer at the time.

Does Jodie Foster have social media? Foster does not have Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or any other social media accounts.

What is Jodie Foster’s IQ? She has no idea and questions if people still measure IQ.

What did Jodie Foster study at Yale? She majored in literature, focusing on African American literature and African literature.

What is Jodie Foster’s real name? Her real name is Alicia Christian Foster. Her siblings nicknamed her Jodie before she was born, and although her mother later changed her name to Alicia Christian, the nickname stuck.

What is Jodie Foster doing right now? At the time of the interview, she was busy with press and interviews for her new movie, “Hotel Artemis.”

When is Jodie Foster’s birthday? Jodie Foster was born on November 19, 1962. She shares her birthday with notable figures like Meg Ryan, Ted Turner, Raquel Welch, and Indira Gandhi.

Was Jodie Foster in “Gunsmoke” or “The Doris Day Show”? Yes, she appeared in both shows and several other television series from the late 60s and early 70s.

This WIRED Autocomplete Interview revealed fascinating insights into Jodie Foster’s life and career, showcasing her charm, wit, and humility.