Sally Field Was Like a ‘Mother Figure’ While Filming ‘Mrs. Doubtfire,’ Says Star Matthew Lawrence: ‘We Really Became a Family Unit’

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Sally Field Was Like a ‘Mother Figure’ While Filming ‘Mrs. Doubtfire,’ Says Star Matthew Lawrence: ‘We Really Became a Family Unit’WorldPing
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What happened

Matthew Lawrence is reflecting on his experience filming “Mrs.

Doubtfire,” where he played Sally Field and Robin Williams’ son.

Key facts

  • Reported by Variety and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:26:24 UTC.

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