It seems that throughout the beginning of their careers, both of them acted as “guiding lights” for the show’s stars.
Speaking to News, Lily Collins claims that she realized it was possible to be in the spotlight and yet be a kind person after witnessing Sandra Bullock be the “kindest, most kickass, badass female” on the set of The Blind Side.
Sandra Bullock mothered me through my first picture, actually taking me under her wing and teaching me the ropes, she added.
I would study her on set, and even when she wasn’t aware of it, I was learning from her.
the way she interacted with and handled each person, the questions she posed, and the general way she valued her character in ways that I wasn’t aware of beforehand, including the freedom to ask questions and the ability to express your own opinions.”
She said, “We stayed in touch, and I really appreciated and respected the way she handled a set and herself.”
Being led by such an incredible, powerful, and compassionate woman had a profound effect on me as it was my first time.