Jordana Brewster Soaks Up NYC Book Talk by Amy LaRocca
Actress attends an author event at Godmothers, then shares urban snapshots from her week!!
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A Night At Godmothers Books
Jordana Brewster was all smiles this week as she took to Godmothers Books in Manhattan for a much-anticipated author talk. The Fast & Furious star shared a carousel of photos from the event on her Instagram handle @jordanabrewster, kicking off her caption with “This week in a nutshell.” In the lead image, Brewster sits on stage alongside author Amy LaRocca, whose Instagram handle @amylaroccaauthor she tagged. “god do I love these talks,” she wrote, underlining her genuine enthusiasm for live conversations around literature and culture.
A self-described literature fan, Brewster had previewed the evening’s discussion a few days earlier. On May 3, she posted a snap of herself outside the same bookstore and teased, “I can’t wait to speak with @amylaroccaauthor at @godmothersbooks about WELLNESS and all it encompasses (and after reading Amy’s rigorous, wonderful book, wellness can mean A LOT of things).” That post drew praise from followers eager to see how the conversation would unfold.
LaRocca, a longtime culture writer and memoirist, spoke about her latest collection, For You, Dear: Letters to the Women Who Shaped Me, which explores themes of motherhood, friendship, and self-care. The Q&A ranged from LaRocca’s writing process to her research on mental health, and Brewster asked thoughtful questions about how the term “wellness” has evolved in pop culture. The venue’s warm lighting and packed rows of wooden shelves provided an intimate backdrop, with attendees leaning in to catch every insight.
Nyc Moments And More
Once the formal discussion wrapped, Brewster let followers in on other highlights of her Manhattan adventure. The Instagram carousel included a shot of her grabbing a frothy cappuccino at a SoHo cafe, sporting a chic belted trench coat and oversized sunglasses. Another frame shows her navigating tree-lined cobblestone streets in a leather moto jacket paired with distressed jeans—proof that she’s as comfortable in casual streetwear as she is on a Hollywood set.
In additional images, Brewster posed under a modern art installation at a nearby gallery and snapped a quick selfie in front of a neon-lit storefront. Each photo carried a sense of effortless style and genuine enjoyment, reminding fans that she still savors simple city pleasures: good coffee, fresh air, and a vibrant arts scene.
Beyond the week’s social media highlights, Brewster’s varied interests extend from acting to activism. Born in Panama City to a Brazilian mother and an American father, she grew up across Rio de Janeiro and London before launching her career in Los Angeles. A Yale Theater studies alumna, Brewster has balanced blockbuster roles with smaller projects and philanthropic work, including support for empowering young artists.
Her Instagram updates also hint at other recent engagements: from Pilates classes at Piperlates club (with the playful caption “What happens in Piperlates club, Stays in Piperlates club”) to family moments at home. While she keeps personal details about her husband and two sons off the grid, Brewster’s feed often mixes professional highlights with glimpses of her life outside of film sets.
As the week wound down, she closed her post simply with “nyc and on and on,” a nod to both her appreciation for the city’s ever-evolving cultural landscape and the idea that more adventures lie ahead. Brewster’s calendar looks full this season, and fans can’t wait to see which event she’ll drop into next.
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