Mara Wilson Doesn’t Want To “Change Myself To Fit Into Hollywood’s Mold” After Child Acting Years
Mara Wilson, known for her childhood roles, has shifted her focus away from acting in film and television. She prefers audiobook narration, where she feels she can explore diverse characters without conforming to Hollywood's standards. Wilson has expressed her reluctance to change herself to fit into the industry's mold, emphasizing her love for storytelling.
- ▪Mara Wilson began her acting career as a child, starring in films like Mrs. Doubtfire and Matilda.
- ▪She has narrated around 70 audiobooks, enjoying the freedom to portray various characters.
- ▪Wilson has criticized Hollywood's treatment of child stars and the pressure to conform to specific roles.
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Mara Wilson attends the premiere of Lionsgate's 'Knives Out' on Nov. 14, 2019 in Westwood, California. Alberto E. Rodriguez/FilmMagic More than 30 years after kicking off her acting career as a child actor, Mara Wilson has pivoted away from onscreen storytelling. The Matilda star recently explained why she has not acted in film or television as frequently in her adulthood, explaining why she has pursued audiobook narration over the years, having worked on around 70 books. When asked if she’ll return to Hollywood, Wilson told People, “Well, look, there aren’t always roles for women of my specific age and my specific looks and demographic and everything.
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