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- Jamie Lee Curtis said the money she made from commercials enabled her to stay home with her kids (businessinsider.com)
Jamie Lee Curtis: Balancing Hollywood and Family Through Commercials
Oscar-winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis, known for iconic roles in films like “Halloween,” “True Lies,” and “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” recently opened up about her extensive commercial work, revealing it was driven by a desire to balance her career with family life.
In an interview on “60 Minutes,” Curtis admitted that while it might seem unusual for a star of her caliber to appear in numerous advertisements, including spots for yogurt and pantyhose, her motivation was primarily family-focused. The commercials, she explained, offered a way to earn a living while also allowing her to spend more time at home with her two children.
Curtis candidly described herself as “an imperfect working mom,” acknowledging the challenges of balancing a demanding career with the responsibilities of parenthood. She confessed to feeling guilt about time spent away from her children while pursuing acting roles, which often require extended periods on location. Commercials, on the other hand, typically demand less time and offer more flexibility.
This isn’t the first time Curtis has spoken about her commercial work. In a 2021 podcast appearance, she reiterated that these ventures were a way to manage the financial demands of supporting her family while also minimizing time away from them.
Curtis’s story resonates with other celebrities who have navigated similar challenges. Sofia Vergara, for example, has also spoken about her motivation for pursuing various business ventures, citing the desire to provide for her family as a driving force.