Celebrities come and go. They may stay for a couple of years, but some fail to break into the entertainment industry and remain stars. Some are successful and become iconic on the music, TV, and movie scene.
You may be wondering why some of them have disappeared in the industry. If you look at their stellar status, the luckiest are those who share common characteristics that made them rich and famous.
Take a look at the 8 common characteristics that famous celebrities have in common. Find out if you have any of these traits that can be useful in your chosen profession.
1. Strong determination and confidence. Celebrities are confident and determined to go after their goal no matter what. They’re the kind of people who don’t care what other people say when they’re posing nude in a men’s magazine or wearing some weird outfit. Rising out of poverty and becoming famous are two things that prompted them to try their luck in Hollywood in the hope of finding the right people to help them in their budding career.
2. His work ethic is contagious. The actors and singers are deprived of sleep as they must stay up until the next day to finish their engagement. They work hard not only because they know they are highly compensated for their efforts, but because they want to leave a legacy when they are no longer active in the industry. The highest paid actors only spend 2-3 hours of sleep until their project is finished. But the prices they get for being a workaholic can buy them a new house, a car, a set of jewelry, and a fancy bag.
3. They work for the sake of art. Award-winning actors are cast in their roles despite the high talent fee they might receive for a particular project. A-list actors who have become financially stable would choose meaty roles that could win them an Oscar. They don’t care if they have to go bald or topless as long as the role increases their level of creativity and transforms them into a respected actor. Some celebrities accept roles that are challenging even if they don’t share the same billing stature with the lead actors.
4. They are creative and unique. Famous Hollywood personalities challenge social standards and norms. They never stop creating and reinventing themselves in order to capture the attention of the public. Miley Cyrus, Madonna, J Lo, Michael Jackson, and to name a few, had their own gimmicks and controversies to promote their albums or movies. Even local artists in some key cities around the world do the same, even if it could ruin their reputation and make them infamous. Challenging the norm and ignoring their bullies is the best action celebrities can take to succeed in their showbiz career. Gossips are part of show business and welcoming them with an open heart can make them stronger and better celebrities.
5. They think, believe and dream big. True artists think that there is no small part for them. Budding actors should pay attention to what their veteran counterparts are saying that in order to be recognized and earn a lot, they should take on any role that can hone their acting prowess. Since the competition in show business has become tough, they must seize every opportunity that comes their way. No, unless you are products of reality shows or beauty pageants, breaking into the entertainment industry is a bit difficult. Shifting their mindset from small to big things will inspire them to try hard and succeed in show business.
6. They have a high emotional quotient. Although beauty and talent are important aspects to consider when discovering a new talent, film directors and producers would prefer actors with a good working attitude. Celebrities who act like divas are very likely to miss out on getting the right break because their attitude can cause a lot of trouble during location shooting. High EQ celebrities come to work before the call time and do not cause failure or delay in work. They can mingle with anyone on set, from the director to the janitor. They can laugh at their own mistakes and can trade pleasantries with their coworkers, even if they’ve been without sleep for several nights. Above all, they welcome strangers and bullying fans for autographs and photos.
7. They enjoy every part of their job. Being passionate about your work as an artist in the true sense of the word will give you more inspiration to hone your craft. The celebrities who enjoy their career are the ones who will succeed as they are not discouraged when failure hits at some point in their lives.
8. Money and fame are only secondary. These two things that can lead to frustration if celebrities can’t pull it off. Some famous celebrities who receive fewer projects and are ignored by their fans have become depressed and suicidal. This is because they think that money and fame are the most important things in life. But the truth is that any career that you take with passion can be a great source of your finances if you know how to save your money.
Celebrities who have lost their careers because of their bad attitude have realized that becoming famous and rich doesn’t happen overnight. They have to learn the traits that could boost their popularity and eventually get them lots of projects.
Aspiring actors/actresses who are given the opportunity must realize that the competition is very high in the industry. A single flaw noticed in you could bring you down and it would be too late to realize that a newcomer will soon replace her position in show business. Getting rich quick is a mere fantasy as you need to start from scratch, and when you are already at the peak of your success, stay humble and down to earth.