Jill Jerard

Jill Jerard, played by Kristen Bell in the movie Big Miracle, is a TV reporter from Los Angeles.

The inspiration behind the character is based on several news men and women who covered the true story the movie is based upon.

"From a historical perspective, Jill Jerard’s character is integral to the film’s plot and the depiction of the effort. If you were a journalist at the time (particularly if you were a woman), it was important to be the first person to break a news story. And as much as media drew attention and garnered support, it was manipulated by many for personal gains." Paragraph taken from : [Link removed - login to see]