Julia Roberts opens up about struggling with self-confidence during initial phase of her acting career
Julia Roberts has been a familiar face on screen for almost four decades, but she’s told journalists that the road to fame was anything but smooth.
In a candid interview with People magazine, the Oscar‑winning actress reflected on her early years. “I wasn’t sure of myself when I started,” she said. “A few harsh words from a handful of people really made me wonder who I wanted to be.” Roberts describes that period as “more bumps than smooth sailing” between the ages of 15 and 25.
She said the toughest moments taught her resilience. “If someone embarrassed me, it stopped me. I had to learn how to survive criticism and harshness, because Hollywood doesn’t forgive.” These lessons, she says, shaped the strong, confident star she is today.
Roberts also recalled a childhood memory that felt far away from her future. “I once stayed up all night just to watch a trumpeter perform on Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show,” she laughed. “I never knew his name, but the moment felt magical.” That same sense of wonder, she believes, still drives her love for acting.
Her journey from struggling actress to a beloved Hollywood icon is a reminder that success takes time, hard work, and an ability to adapt. Even modest beginnings can lead to greatness, as Roberts’ story proves. As her After the Hunt co‑star Andrew Garfield calls her a “national treasure,” her early story offers inspiration to anyone who dares to dream big.
Source: ianslive
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