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Actress Ditches Hollywood for Yoga and Pilates
28 Aug
Summary
- Retired actress found new passion in yoga and Pilates.
- She left the entertainment industry in 1991 seeking fulfillment.
- Foreman developed her skills and taught both disciplines for years.
Deborah Foreman, a retired actress, discusses her departure from the entertainment industry in 1991 to pursue other passions. Initially encouraged into modeling as a child to combat shyness, Foreman transitioned to acting, appearing in shows like Family Ties and the film Valley Girl.
Feeling a "glass ceiling" and unhappiness with offered roles, Foreman decided to leave acting. She pursued yoga, becoming a certified teacher through Yoga Works. This led her to discover Pilates under John Gary, inspiring her to get fully certified in that discipline as well.
Foreman taught Pilates for five years. Reflecting on her decision to leave acting at the peak of her potential career, she stated she does not live with regrets. She describes following an organic path, trusting her instincts for a "hard yes or a hard no," and felt it was the right time to make the change.
