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 in the music, television and film 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 traits 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 pursue their goal no matter what happens. 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 a weird outfit. Getting out of poverty and becoming famous are two things that prompted them to try their luck in Hollywood in hopes of finding the right people to help them in their budding career.
2. Your work ethic is contagious. The actors and singers are deprived of sleep as they must stay awake 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they know they are highly compensated for their efforts, but because they want to leave a legacy behind when they are no longer active in the industry. The highest paid actors only get 2-3 hours of sleep until their project is done. But the prices they get for being a workaholic can buy them a new house, a car, a jewelry set, and a fancy bag.
3. They work for the sake of art. Multi-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 take on roles that are challenging even if they don’t share the same billing stature as the lead actors.
4. They are creative and unique. Famous Hollywood personalities defy social standards and norms. They never stop creating and reinventing themselves in order to capture the public’s attention. Miley Cyrus, Madonna, J Lo, and Michael Jackson to name a few had their own tricks and controversies to promote their albums or movies. Even local artists in some key cities around the world do the same, even if it might ruin their reputation and make them infamous. Defying the norm and ignoring your bullies is the best thing for celebrities to do to succeed in their show business 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 role for them. Budding actors should heed what their veteran counterparts say that in order for them to be recognized and earn big, they must take 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 they are products of reality shows or beauty pageants, breaking into the entertainment industry is a bit difficult. Shifting their mindset from the little things to the 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 new talent, film directors and producers would prefer actors with a good work 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 the location shoot. High EQ celebrities come to work before call time and do not cause work failures or delays. They can mingle with anyone on set, from the director to the janitor. They can laugh at their own mistakes and can exchange jokes with their co-workers, even if they have been without sleep for several nights. Most of all, they welcome strangers and harassing 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. Celebrities who enjoy their career are the ones who will succeed as they are not discouraged when failure comes at some point in their lives.
8. Money and fame are just secondary. These two things that can lead to frustration if celebrities can’t pull them 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 pursue with passion can be a great boost to your finances if you know how to save your money.
Celebrities who have lost their careers because of their bad attitude have come to realize that becoming famous and rich doesn’t happen overnight. They have to learn the traits that could boost their popularity and eventually get them a lot of projects.
Aspiring actors/actresses who are given the opportunity should realize that the competition is very high in the industry. A single flaw seen 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.