I like doing films and I wish that I could do more but I still have to audition. I don’t get offered starring roles in movies even though I’ve written and starred in a movie.
Meaning of the quote
Even though Tim Meadows is a famous comedian who has written and starred in his own movie, he still has to audition for roles in other movies. He wishes he could do more films, but he doesn't get offered the main acting parts, even after his success. It shows that even experienced performers still have to work hard and prove themselves, even if they've already had their own big projects.
About Tim Meadows
Tim Meadows is an acclaimed American actor and comedian who was a long-running cast member on Saturday Night Live. He’s known for playing John Glascott on The Goldbergs and Schooled, as well as his memorable role as Principal Duvall in the hit teen comedy Mean Girls.
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