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Acting Quote by Gaten Matarazzo

“I was like, 'I'm only going to do musical theater for the rest of my life. I'm never going to do TV.' And whenever I'd get auditions for TV, I'd be like, 'Okay, whatever. I've got a lisp, so they're not going to take me.' And then I started doing this, and I guess it was my sister that got me into…” quote by Gaten Matarazzo
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“I was like, 'I'm only going to do musical theater for the rest of my life. I'm never going to do TV.' And whenever I'd get auditions for TV, I'd be like, 'Okay, whatever. I've got a lisp, so they're not going to take me.' And then I started doing this, and I guess it was my sister that got me into the acting thing.”

Gaten Matarazzo

About This Quote

Source Interview: Variety, 2021

He limited himself to musical theater, doubting TV due to a perceived flaw, but later expanded into acting.

In simple terms: Self‑imposed limits hinder growth; openness leads to new paths.

Key Takeaway

Break self‑imposed limits.

Themes

self‑doubt career growth versatility

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

career personal growth

When to use this quote

  • audition rejection
  • typecasting
  • family influence

Key Concepts

limiting beliefs opportunity talent development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What belief holds you back?
  • How can you test new opportunities?
A Different Perspective

Confidence may still waver after breakthroughs.

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