Jodie Foster Reflects on Life-Changing Trauma After Reagan Assassination Attempt

The actress reveals how the 1981 incident involving John Hinckley Jr. influenced her decision to avoid theater.

Foster discussed the impact of the assassination attempt in an interview with Jodie Comer.
She was performing in a college play when Hinckley shot Reagan to impress her.
The traumatic experience led Foster to shy away from live theater permanently.
Foster had to deal with bodyguards, Secret Service, and a safe house during the incident.
Hinckley was released from court oversight in 2022 after decades of institutionalization.