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Jessica Biel: Silas Earned His Acting Role
27 Oct
Summary
- Silas Timberlake made his acting debut in 'Matchbox: The Movie'.
- Jessica Biel emphasized Silas earned his role through merit.
- Biel taught Silas a valuable lesson about on-set patience.
Actress Jessica Biel shared insights into her son Silas Timberlake's recent acting debut in 'Matchbox: The Movie.' Silas, her eldest child with husband Justin Timberlake, appeared in the film which also stars Biel.
Biel explained that the opportunity arose when producer Jules Daly inquired about Silas' interest in a small role. Although she initially aimed to shield her children from the entertainment industry, she saw it as a special chance for Silas to experience acting, especially as he expressed interest.
She stressed that Silas would have to earn any acting part, emphasizing that opportunities shouldn't be handed out due to family connections. Biel recounted a pivotal moment on Silas's first day on set, where he learned the importance of patience and the realities of waiting for his scenes, a lesson she found invaluable.
Biel and Timberlake, married since 2012, are also parents to a younger son, Phineas, born in 2020.
