Actor Anthony LaPaglia's new memoir reveals his philosophy on rejection
In his new memoir, LaPaglia reveals he never grieves a lost role longer than more than four hours.
An established actor with a new memoir shares his philosophy on handling professional rejection. LaPaglia discusses almost landing the role of Tony Soprano but says he's never wasted more than four hours grieving a lost role.
Casting decisions are rarely personal, he explains, just logistics and scheduling. Dwelling on what you didn't get damages mental health, so he moves on quickly.
The role that most fulfilled him was Lantana, a film where he consulted with real Sydney detectives for the part. He praises scripts that needed no changes from him.
- 4 hours
- Maximum grief time
- Lantana
- Most fulfilling role
- A View from the Bridge
- Broadway role
Why it mattersHis mental health strategy speaks to anyone who's experienced professional rejection or setback.
AustraliaAustralian actor LaPaglia's memoir offers practical advice on handling rejection applicable to anyone facing career disappointments.
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