an actor, coach, and podcaster, navigating life's twists and turns with a story as colorful as the characters I've portrayed on screen. Picture this: 48 IMDb credits and another 98 on Crew United, Europe’s answer to IMDb. If you'd told me a decade ago that I'd be here, I'd have laughed out loud in disbelief. Yet, today, you can catch me on screens big and small, spanning two continents.
Flashback to me in my mid-twenties, working enough as an actress to have health insurance paid for through SAG. My dreams seemed within reach and it felt like I was on the precipice of something wonderful. Turns out I was, but it wasn't what I expected (it never is). Love led me to Germany, and suddenly, I found myself navigating a new language, culture, and the role of a wife and mother.
Smash cut to my late forties, and the fire for acting still burned bright. Yet, restarting my career in a foreign country with a 16-year gap? How was that supposed to work? On top of that, I had no current showreel or industry contacts, just a fierce determination to not give up on my dreams... or myself.
Today, I stand before you, not as a household name, but as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. From Hallmark to Netflix, I've worked with some of the biggest production companies around the globe, proving that success isn't just for those below 40.
I hope I don’t sound like I’m boasting because what I want to do is share the raw, unfiltered truth of my journey. I’ve had my share of auditions, rejections, and late nights wondering if it would all pay off. There've been a lot of lessons learned along the way – lessons about persistence, resilience, the importance of having a plan, and an unwavering belief that everything is going to work out.
So, if you're feeling stuck in your acting career, just know you're not alone in facing uncertainties. It takes more than talent, determination, and grit to break through. From my own journey, I've realized that wherever you are in life is a direct reflection of whatever strategies you've been using. If you're not happy with where you're at, it's time to shake things up and try out some fresh strategies. How about we leave behind the old ways and chart a new course for success?
Because in the end, it's not about the destination; it's about the journey. And mine? Well, it's just getting started.
