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Michelle Monaghan’s Career Threatened: Harsh Words from Hollywood Producer

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Michelle Monaghan disclosed that, early in her acting career, an unidentified Hollywood producer warned they would sabotage her budding career if things didn’t go their way.

In the latest season of The White Lotus, the actress, aged 48, shared an account where the producer threatened to prevent her from working in future projects if she didn’t comply with a specific promotional request she disapproved of.

In an episode of the “Reign with Josh Smith” podcast, she shared: ‘At one point, the anonymous producer proposed activities for promotion that didn’t sit well with me due to valid concerns.’

As a greenhorn in the industry, I stood firm in my resolve not to comply. The chorus of disapproval echoed around me: ‘You’ll never work again!’ and threats like, ‘I’m going to make sure of it.’ Adding to the mix were derogatory remarks that stung. The discourse was relentless and harsh, given my tender age and inexperience.

Nevertheless, Michelle firmly held her stance and passes on this same valuable lesson to her daughter, Willow (aged 14), and son, Tommy (aged 10). She shares this learning experience with her partner, Peter White.

She mentioned: “I’ve consistently trusted my gut feelings. I pass this on to both my daughter and son, emphasizing its significance greatly.

In a unique instance within my field, I found myself needing to speak up for myself. Once I asserted myself, everything else seemed to flow more smoothly. Since then, I’ve consistently stood strong in my convictions.

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For the first time in this industry, I had to assert myself. After doing so, things became easier. Ever since, I’ve been steadfast in standing up for what I believe in.

‘If it’s fear, an individual, or a substance that makes you hesitate because you don’t feel prepared to deal with it, taking that step of courage and crossing the threshold reveals an immensely enlightening and empowering truth on the other side.’

In the show “The White Lotus,” Michelle portrays Jaclyn, a television actress who’s vacationing in Thailand alongside two other women friends.

The three, longtime friends from childhood, may seem tightly bonded, but upon one’s departure, the remaining duo promptly engage in whispered conversations, discussing their absent companion.

Michelle discussed the improved dynamics of competition among women in the entertainment industry, attributing this change to the growing number of women holding influential roles behind the scenes.

She mentioned that over the past 25 years, there have been significant transformations in her field, changes that were brought about by numerous chances provided to women in roles such as producers, showrunners, scriptwriters, and directors.

For approximately the first decade of my professional journey, I seldom collaborated with female colleagues as my co-stars were primarily male. Therefore, I found it extraordinarily exhilarating when I discovered that Mike (White) had penned a storyline featuring three women in their forties – women who embody maturity – which genuinely piqued my interest.

For those in roles that foster change, this is meant for creative individuals. Reflecting on pivotal points in my professional journey, it’s important to acknowledge that each of these moments was initiated by women offering me a chance. Every instance without exception.

What I find particularly significant in my professional journey is collaborating with women producers, writers, and directors.

Throughout my time with them, I’ve absorbed a great deal of knowledge. It’s been quite the journey, and as we’ve progressed, we’ve begun to understand the strength of our bond – a bond that resembles sisterhood. Moreover, we’ve realized the power in unity.

Michelle was overjoyed when she found out she’d landed a role on The White Lotus, causing her to even shed a tear of happiness alongside her husband Peter.

She shared that her agent called with news about a casting, stating they needed her to audition for the part of Jaclyn. She was quite taken aback by this unexpected opportunity.

It turns out I wasn’t aware that they were planning to cast for the show. Given my immense enthusiasm and being a dedicated admirer of the series, as well as an ardent fan of its creator and writer, Mike White, it would have been quite thrilling had I known earlier.

Additionally, I secured an audition, and merely receiving the script snippets for season three made me feel exceptionally honored.

As a seasoned lifestyle expert, I must share an exhilarating experience I recently had: Twenty-five years into my career, I received a call that sent me soaring – I’d landed the gig! The anticipation had been building for days, and when it finally came, it was like a dream come true. To put it frankly, it felt surreal – a “pinch-me” moment if you will.

When my husband and I received the news together, the emotions overwhelmed me. Tears welled up in my eyes as I savored this long-awaited recognition of my hard work. It was an unforgettable moment that I’ll cherish forever.

I was excited to work with Mike, and soon after, they shared all eight episodes with me. This prompted me to book a flight to Australia as we were planning to spend Christmas with my husband’s family there. The whole journey, I couldn’t manage to get any sleep.

‘I went through the book from start to finish and it was an incredibly thrilling read. In fact, I had a chat with Parker Posey on the phone, and we shared our excitement about our good fortune, along with Leslie [Bibb] as well. We also spoke with Walton [Goggins], and all of us were simply overjoyed.’

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2025-03-20 16:04

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