It was like there’s got to be some way to stay working and stay productive in Los Angeles. TV is that kind of thing for an actor. Unless you get stuck in one of these shows where you have to go to Vancouver.
Meaning of the quote
In this quote, Ethan Suplee, an American actor, is talking about the challenges of finding work as an actor in Los Angeles. He says that doing TV shows can be a way for actors to keep working and being productive, but sometimes they may have to go to Vancouver to film those shows. This can be difficult, as actors may not want to be away from Los Angeles for long periods of time.
About Ethan Suplee
Ethan Suplee is an American actor best known for his roles in films like American History X, Blow, Remember the Titans, and The Wolf of Wall Street. He’s also recognized for playing Frankie in Boy Meets World and Randy Hickey in the TV series My Name Is Earl.
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