Navigating Success and Loneliness as the Youngest | Interview with Zoe Gomez

TLDRZoe Gomez, the youngest winner of Dancing with the Stars, talks about her experiences as the youngest in the industry and how it can be both exciting and lonely. She shares her journey of being the youngest on set and how she navigated through the challenges of filming during the pandemic.

Key insights

🌟Being the youngest in the industry can bring both excitement and challenges.

😔Feeling lonely is a common experience for young people working in the industry.

👭Building strong relationships with older colleagues can help alleviate feelings of loneliness.

🌈Embracing your unique perspective as the youngest can bring fresh ideas and innovation to projects.

💪Navigating success and loneliness at a young age requires resilience and self-awareness.

Q&A

How did Zoe cope with feeling lonely as the youngest on set?

Zoe built strong relationships with her hair and makeup team, who became her support system during filming.

Did being the youngest on Dancing with the Stars affect Zoe's experience?

Zoe shares that being the youngest allowed her to feel like the 'little sister' of the group, which she enjoyed.

What were the challenges of filming Doctor Strange during the pandemic as the only young person?

Zoe experienced feelings of sadness and loneliness during the seven-month filming period, where she was unable to interact with other young people due to COVID-19 restrictions.

How did Zoe handle the pressure and expectations of being the youngest winner of Dancing with the Stars?

Zoe emphasizes the importance of resilience and self-awareness in navigating success at a young age.

What advice does Zoe have for other young people pursuing a career in the industry?

Zoe encourages young people to embrace their unique perspective, build strong relationships with older colleagues, and remain resilient in the face of challenges.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Zoe Gomez opens up about her experiences as the youngest winner of Dancing with the Stars.

05:36Zoe reflects on the advantages and challenges of being the youngest in the industry.

09:59Zoe shares her strategies for coping with feelings of loneliness on set.

10:52Zoe discusses her experience filming Doctor Strange during the pandemic.

13:39Zoe talks about handling pressure and expectations as the youngest winner of Dancing with the Stars.

16:01Zoe offers advice for young people pursuing a career in the industry.