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Garner Reveals Lie That Launched Acting Career
20 Feb
Summary
- Garner marked 30 years since moving to NYC to act.
- She lived on a kitchen floor for nine months.
- Garner lied about union status to get early acting jobs.
Jennifer Garner recently celebrated 30 years since her arrival in New York City to chase an acting career. During an interview on February 19, she shared poignant memories of her early struggles in the competitive industry.
Garner revealed that to secure non-equity roles, she initially lied about being a union actor. She recounted living on a woman's kitchen floor for nine months in difficult circumstances, all while understudying a play for a meager $150 per week. She also worked at a restaurant at 72nd and Columbus.
Her financial hardship was so severe that she couldn't afford the $1.25 subway token, forcing her to walk to her theater. Garner emphasized the humble beginnings, including using a futon and suitcase, and the kindness of her host, highlighting a time before readily available amenities and staff meals for restaurant workers.
