Brie Larson 27-year-old has an enviable film career now but she once struggled to pay the bills while auditioning for work. Larson took to Instagram on Friday (31Mar17) to share a photo from her days as a record spinner.
“I used to DJ. It was the ‘real’ job that floated me while I auditioned for the movies I never got,” she captioned the pic.
In the post, Larson admitted that even while shooting the critically acclaimed 2013 drama Short Term 12. She was barely able to support herself.
“I spun records at magazine parties and hotel bars on weekends because I couldn’t survive off of SAG (Screen Actors Guild) minimum (wage),” she revealed.
The Kong: Skull Island star also shared words of inspiration for artists working side jobs while they pursue their dreams:
“I’m grateful for where I am now, but want to give a toast to the life I lived before”
She wrote:
“To all the dreamers with day jobs, I see you, don’t give up. There is beauty in your journey.”
About Brie Larson
Brianne Larson (born October 1, 1989) known professionally as Brie Larson, is an American actress, director, and singer. Born in Sacramento, California, Larson was home-schooled before she studied acting at the American Conservatory Theater. She began her acting career in television, appearing as a regular on the 2001 sitcom Raising Dad, for which she was nominated for a Young Artist Award. Read Wiki Profile