Jennifer Garner’s mom Pat made a heartwarming appearance on the Today Show this week, sharing life advice from a West Virginian’s perspective and showcasing her culinary skills.
Despite her Oklahoma roots, Pat has lived in Charleston, West Virginia, for many years, raising Jennifer and her siblings there. During Monday’s interview, Jennifer described her mom as “pretty special
,” praised her non-judgmental attitude, and highlighted how Pat’s life philosophy impacted the way she raised her children.
Pat Garner’s Life Lessons
Jennifer recalled a pivotal moment from her youth when she aspired to be an actor but felt it was out of reach. She recounted how her mom encouraged her to Just live in New York. What are you doing? Living in New York is a much smaller leap from West Virginia than me moving from Oklahoma to anywhere
. These words of encouragement were crucial for Jennifer as she pursued her dreams.
Pretend Cooking Show Goes Live
The mother-daughter duo is quite popular on social media with their “pretend cooking show,” and their segment on the Today Show featured them making “Barbara’s blackberry cobbler.” This cherished recipe comes from Jennifer’s childhood friend’s mother, whom Jennifer refers to as her “bonus mom.” According to Jennifer, My mom says you’ll have everyone at the potluck eating dessert first with this summer staple
. As they shared the recipe, Pat humorously worried about revealing her go-to dish, saying: But now, they’re going to see the recipe, and what else—what can I take to the potluck?
A Tribute to Mrs. Lantz
The segment not only highlighted a delectable summer dessert but also paid tribute to Mrs. Lantz, celebrating family and community traditions. The show captured intimate moments between Jennifer and Pat, including light-hearted scolding and reflections on simpler times when Pat used to pick blackberries rather than buying them from the store.
The delightful interaction between mother and daughter added a personal touch to the show that resonated with viewers eager to see more of this dynamic duo in action. For those who missed it, clips from their cooking segment can be found on Today’s website.
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