Anne Hathaway reveals why she feels 'defined by work ethic' rather than talent Mother Mary star Anne Hathaway thinks her "work ethic" is the only thing she can control professionally. 26 March 2026 Anne Hathaway feels "defined by her work ethic" rather than her talent. Anne Hathaway feels 'defined' by her work ethic The 43-year-old actress has recalled realising early on that nothing was going to be "handed" to her in terms of a career in entertainment, and she has always strived to put as much effort as she possibly can into every project.