Woodley reflects on the “massive moment of courageous friendship” that changed her life.
Because ofBig Little Lies,Shailene Woodleynow describes her relationship withLaura Dernas “sisters.”
But it took a good deal of work for Dern to even get Woodley to sign onto the series.

Shailene Woodley.Jennifer Clasen/HBO
And then I got a call from Laura," she said in a recent interview withVanity Fair.
Big Little Lieswent on to become one of the most widely watched and lauded series in HBO’s history.
For her efforts she earned nominations from the Golden Globes, Emmys, and SAG Awards.

Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern in ‘The Fault in Our Stars’.James Bridges
“In so many ways I’m grateful for Laura,” Woodley said.
“The beautiful thing aboutBig Little Liesis that we’re all actually friends in real life.
It’s still happening!'”
Big Little Liesseason 2 aired from June to July 2019.
But as recently as June, Kidman and Witherspoon gave apositive updateon the progress of the third season.
“We’re moving fast and furious, and Liane is delivering the book.
We’re in good shape,” Kidman said.