Lily James discusses her role as Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd in the film 'Swiped'
In the world of tech and dating apps, one name stands out - Whitney Wolfe Herd. The biographical film "Swiped", currently streaming on Hulu, tells her extraordinary story.
Whitney Wolfe Herd, portrayed by Lily James in the film, made her mark as a co-founder of the popular dating app Tinder. After her tenure there, she went on to create Bumble, a platform designed to make the online dating experience better for women.
As the founder and CEO of Bumble, Wolfe Herd broke barriers and made history. She became one of the youngest women ever to take a company public, and her success earned her the title of the youngest female self-made billionaire.
Lily James, committed to getting the film's portrayal of Wolfe right, learned much about her subject while preparing for her role. She aims to emulate some of Wolfe's qualities in her own career.
Sadly, ongoing legal issues and NDAs prevented the filmmakers from working with Whitney Wolfe Herd in telling her story. Despite this, "Swiped" offers a compelling portrayal of a trailblazer who aimed to protect women from similar experiences she had in the online dating world.
Whitney Wolfe Herd, a college graduate who broke into the male-dominated tech industry, continues to inspire with her unwavering commitment to empowering women. "Swiped" is a testament to her resilience and the impact she's made in the world of tech and dating.
The Walt Disney Company, the parent company of the station this news article is being published on, has not been involved in the production of "Swiped". This article is intended to provide factual information about the film and its subject.
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