Making a Living as an Actor
Sam took those positive words as a sign that he needed to make his way to Hollywood. And a few years later, that’s exactly what he did. It goes to show that the right words at the right time can have a life-changing and long-lasting effect on someone. But then again, the opposite is also true. The stereotype of a struggling actor working as a waiter was the life Sam had to live.
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But his rugged upbringing meant that he was more willing and open to opportunities. During his acting studies and between auditions, Sam worked several construction jobs to pay the bills. California was full of construction jobs back then. His employment would end up influencing many of his acting roles he would later become famous for…