Earning a living as an actor for 40 years.
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Surviving this world.
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My children, and my sanity. For a child actor, I think it’s noteworthy.
Kate Nash
British musician
Surviving the music industry. I think it’s been responsible for killing a lot of musicians. Lots of us have mental health issues, and drink and drug problems, and the industry doesn’t really care.
Bryan Adams
Canadian singer-songwriter and musician
Paying my rent and being able to support my family from making music.
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