Actress Kate Hudson talks taking risks, championing peers with teen girls

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FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2012 file photo, actress Kate Hudson poses for photographers as she arrives for the news conference in Venice, Italy. Hudson says the pressure of stepping out of the shadow of her movie star mom Goldie Hawn was discouraging and daunting. She advised girls to take a chance on their own talent and take risks as they choose a career path. Hudson spoke at the ANNpower Leadership Forum, a week-long program that unites teens from across the country with women leaders in business, entertainment and nonprofit groups. (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, File)

WASHINGTON – Actress-producer Kate Hudson says the pressure of stepping out of the shadow of her movie star mom Goldie Hawn was discouraging and daunting.

She advised girls to take a chance on their own talent and take risks as they choose a career path. Hudson spoke at the ANNpower Leadership Forum, a week-long program that unites teens from across the country with women leaders in business, entertainment and non-profit groups.

The “Almost Famous” star and Ann Taylor spokeswoman is a member of the advisory council that mentors the girls and recommends grants for community projects, from a healthy eating program to a clothing collection drive.

Joining the actress were Ann Inc. CEO Kay Krill and Washington non-profit Vital Voices Global Partnership CEO Alyse Nelson.

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