I had never done any serious acting before, but I decided that it was a chance that I should take.

Meaning of the quote

Before, Helena Christensen had not acted in any big or important roles. But she decided to try acting anyway, even though it was new to her. She thought it was an opportunity she should take, even though she wasn't sure if she could do it well.

About Helena Christensen

Helena Christensen is a Danish fashion model who was a Victoria’s Secret Angel. She co-founded and was the original creative director for Nylon magazine, and she supports funding for breast cancer organizations and other charitable causes.

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