A post I wrote a couple of years ago about how tough it is for actors to get cast in TV series has suddenly gone viral. Here's the post entitled Guys are not going to want to f**k her. Among the comments I received a fabulous one from Eric Stonestreet -- Cam on MODERN FAMILY, so I thought I'd share it. Thanks, Eric. Continued success to you and every actor trying to realize their dream.
I have read this and passed it along to other actor friends ever since you wrote it. It is such a great read and is so accurate.
I honestly lost count of how many jobs I didn't get through the years because no one thought anyone would ever wanna fuck me. Let's just say, for argument sake, it was EVERY job.
I hope what an actor takes when reading this is; so much is out of our hands. And to focus ONLY on the things that ARE in our control: The prep we put in, the read we give, the time we respect, and the courtesy we show each other.
It was 12 years before I got the job I have now. I know some have gotten breaks in a shorter time and I know very talented actors who have yet to get their break. Whatever the case, if the passion is there, keep up the fight. I am proof it can happen.
And I have taken your advice Ken. I go to the parties, do the photo shoots, do the parades, and fly on the company jet.(once) I'm enjoying the ride because I know one day it will all be over and then no one will wanna fuck me again.
Best,
Eric Stonestreet
