""I could cherrypick some stories that illustrate that with strong goal setting, hard work and just a touch of luck, you too will reach the top. But I'm here to tell you that life just doesn't work out like that.""
""I was told very bluntly by the head of the agency that the camera did not love me, that I was not photogenic, and to move on to other things. By the way, that comment stuck with me long into my film career. So, just be careful what you let in. It made me feel like I didn't belong for a long time.""
Hugh Jackman delivered a commencement speech at Ball State University, sharing his journey from a lackluster college experience to a successful acting career. He humorously noted his previous refusals to give speeches due to financial reasons. Jackman recounted how he fell in love with theater after being cast in a play during a class he initially neglected. He also reflected on early rejections in modeling, emphasizing the importance of resilience and self-belief in overcoming doubts and challenges in pursuing one's passion.
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