Along Quote by John C. McGinley
“I felt (a) it was a great role and (b) I wanted to stay in town. I wanted to stop going to these four month and five month gigs up in Toronto or Montreal or Vancouver or down in Mexico. I wanted to be around my son, Max. This came along and I was like, 'I really want to play this guy!'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “The Actor’s Journey”, 2023
He valued family and a stable location over distant, short‑term gigs, choosing a role that let him stay near his son.
In simple terms: Choosing family over fleeting work opportunities.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize stability and loved ones.
Themes
family
career choices
work‑life balance
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
personal
career
When to use this quote
- declining touring gigs
- accepting local role
- spending time with child
- managing career trajectory
Key Concepts
role selection
geographic stability
parenting priorities
Questions to Reflect On
- How does proximity to family affect your professional decisions?
- What trade‑offs are you willing to make for stability?
A Different Perspective
May limit exposure to larger markets or higher‑paying projects.
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