Megan Good's Journey: From Extra to Star

TLDRMegan Good discusses her rise to fame, starting from small roles as an extra and commercials, to her breakthrough in television and movies. She shares her experiences with bullying, stage fright, and the challenges of balancing a career with personal life.

Key insights

🎬Megan Good started her career as a child actor, appearing in commercials and small roles on television.

💪Despite initial setbacks and bullying, Megan maintained confidence in her abilities and continued to work hard.

🤝Megan emphasizes the importance of treating everyone on a set with respect and recognizing their value.

👩‍🎤Megan's faith has been a significant influence on her life and career, guiding her decisions and providing comfort.

💔Megan's divorce has been a personal and professional journey, leading her to a new phase of life and self-discovery.

Q&A

How did Megan Good start her acting career?

Megan Good began her acting career at the age of four with commercials and small roles in television shows.

What challenges did Megan Good face early in her career?

Megan Good faced bullying and stage fright, but she remained confident and continued to work hard.

How does Megan Good approach her faith in her career?

Megan Good's faith has been a guiding force in her life and career, influencing her decisions and providing comfort.

What was the impact of Megan Good's divorce on her life?

Megan Good's divorce has been a personal and professional journey, leading her to a new phase of life and self-discovery.

What advice does Megan Good have for aspiring actors?

Megan Good advises aspiring actors to stay true to themselves, work hard, and treat everyone with respect.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to Megan Good and her acting journey.

02:06Discussion of Megan Good's early life and the influence of her mother on her career choice.

04:01Megan Good's perspective on starting from the bottom and her growth in the industry.

05:24Megan Good's experience with stage fright and her ability to overcome it.

07:50Megan Good's first commercial and her memorable experiences from her early career.

09:20Megan Good's experiences with bullying and her response to it.

11:32Megan Good's decision to stand up for herself and the impact of a difficult director.

13:18Megan Good's thoughts on being an extra and her approach to making the most of every opportunity.

14:14Megan Good's advice for aspiring actors on focusing on their craft and not comparing themselves to others.

16:36Megan Good's experiences with racism and her ability to stay true to herself.

19:56Megan Good's experiences with teachers and the challenges she faced in school.

22:02Megan Good's memorable experiences on the set of 'Friday' and her interactions with other actors.

24:07Megan Good's experiences working with Samuel L. Jackson and the lessons she learned from him.

25:25Megan Good's thoughts on the importance of integrity and authenticity in her career.

27:08Megan Good's feelings about being famous and her experiences as a child actor.

28:15Megan Good's experiences with sleepovers and her friendships with other actors.

29:23Megan Good's thoughts on sports and her focus on acting.

30:31Megan Good's experiences with the movie 'Think Like a Man' and her growth as a comedic actress.

31:21Megan Good's thoughts on the success of 'Think Like a Man' and her gratitude for the experience.

33:09Megan Good's experiences with the movie 'Harlem' and her relationship with the cast and crew.

34:46Megan Good's spiritual journey and her relationship with God.

37:18Megan Good's thoughts on the importance of having a relationship with God and not just a religion.

39:03Megan Good's love for horror movies and her experiences in them.

40:36Megan Good's excitement about her role in the movie 'Miss Call'.

42:45Megan Good's thoughts on working with Mo'Nique and her experiences on the set of 'Harlem'.

45:40Megan Good's spiritual awakening and her journey with faith.

49:40Megan Good's experiences with her divorce and her feelings of being let down by God.

52:03Megan Good's reflection on her marriage and the lessons she learned from it.

54:07Megan Good's views on the importance of a relationship with God over just following religious rules.

56:27Megan Good's experiences with pay discrepancies in Hollywood and her feelings about it.

58:33Megan Good's experiences with Tyler Perry and the value he placed on her work.

01:01:19Megan Good's thoughts on the importance of feeling valued and appreciated in her career.

01:03:12Megan Good's reflections on her childhood and her sense of accomplishment as a provider for her family.

01:04:32Megan Good's experiences with pay discrepancies in Hollywood and her feelings about it.

01:05:48Megan Good's thoughts on the importance of feeling valued and appreciated in her career.

01:09:54Megan Good discusses her new movie 'Divorce in the Black'.

01:11:35Megan Good's perspective on playing a character going through a divorce, given her personal experience.

01:13:47Megan Good's views on divorce and her belief that it can be a blessing in disguise.

01:14:48Megan Good's feelings about letting people down and her approach to sharing her story.

01:16:36Megan Good's reflections on her spiritual journey and her relationship with God.

01:18:52Megan Good's thoughts on the importance of having a relationship with God and not just a religion.