Chrissy Metz is the leading actress in the hit TV series This is Us. But, before she landed the biggest role in her acting career, Metz revealed she was a struggling actress who was nearly homeless.
In an interview with Glamour, Metz revealed after starring in American Horror Story there weren’t any job opportunities or auditions for her. But, her mom’s advice motivated her to keep going. “You can either be miserable here and not pursue your dreams, or you can be miserable in L.A. and at least pursue what you want.”
However, by the time Metz auditioned for the role on This is Us, she had less than a dollar to her name.
I kept auditioning, with no savings and no money, credit card debt gaining interest. I went on unemployment. I bought ramen noodles at dollar stores. I never had to—God forbid—live on the streets; I moved in with a roommate who told me, “Stay with me until you can afford rent. Don’t give up.” People who supported me were like, “If you don’t have money for food, I’ll cook you dinner. You don’t have money for acting class? Let’s get together and read lines.” I am so grateful that I had such an amazing support system, but when I booked This Is Us, I had 81 cents in my bank account. I could cry right now just thinking about it.
Never give up on your dreams because This is Us is one of the most popular shows on television. In fact, in a rare move, NBC gave the series two additional seasons before the first one even ended.
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