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E.T. Star Henry Thomas: Fame Was a Bizarre, Unforeseen Shock
25 Mar
Summary
- Henry Thomas felt unprepared for sudden fame after E.T.'s release.
- He expressed surprise at being recognized for the first time.
- Agencies were hesitant to sign him due to his family's location.
Henry Thomas, best known for his role as Elliot in the 1982 blockbuster E.T., recently shared his candid reflections on the overwhelming nature of sudden child stardom.
Speaking on the It Happened in Hollywood podcast on March 24, the now 54-year-old actor confessed that he "wasn't ready for it." The intense fame that followed the film's release caught him entirely off guard, leading him to describe the experience as "very bizarre."
Thomas further elaborated that he never foresaw becoming famous and was taken aback the first time he experienced public recognition. Despite the pressure to continue his acting career, he felt ill-equipped to handle the spotlight, especially while living in Texas.
