The actress Chrissy Metz became world famous for her role as Kate in the drama series This Is Us. The character quickly became a favorite because of its relevance. The performer also managed to prove in reality that the matter is not in size, but in her own perception.
The actress had to go through many problems. She also overcame an uncertain childhood to become a successful woman.
Not an easy time
Chrissy was born in 1980, September 29. Father, who served in the Navy, was transferred to Japan. There the childhood of the future celebrity passed. When her daughter was eight, her parents broke up. Mom and child returned to Florida.
The parent soon remarried. The stepfather tried to limit his communication with his stepdaughter. He criticized her for everything.
Communication with peers was not easier. The attitude in public was strikingly different from what began outside the public. Chrissy quickly realized that classmates and girlfriends were embarrassed to appear with her in public.
Loneliness proved to be a heavy burden for Metz. The teenage girl really wanted to wear smart youth clothes. However, the size did not allow this. As a result, the schoolgirl decided that it was time to create her own style.
She started production of her trademark, and auxiliary materials were used to create accessories. Chrissy's new activity was not fun.
The high school student sang in the choir and dreamed of studying at an art school. After college, she started working as a kindergarten teacher.
At twenty, Chrissy auditioned for the first time. With great difficulty she managed to overcome her shyness and sang the song of Christina Aguilera. The next day she was offered a contract in Los Angeles. So the road to the dream began.
Film career
Metz began her film career in 2005. She starred in the TV series Handsome and All About Us. In 2007, the comedy melodramatic project "Once Upon a Time in Los Angeles" was released. The actress remained the character Bonnie. A year later, Chrissy was offered to become the heroine of Onion News. She got the role only thanks to the weight. At the same time, the transformation into Chunk took place in the comedy serial "My name is Earl".
In 2009, Merz was Maggie Harmon from "Charlie's Decision" Then "The Chubby" with Shoshanna followed. In 2014-2015, the actress played Barbara in the successful American Horror Story: The Freak Show.
Filmmakers were looking for BBW Barbara everywhere. Actress for the role was required to be very large. The creators of the series did not want to use special overlays. However, Chrissy still had to wear a special suit. Metz was quite surprised by this move.
After the project, which turned out to be very successful, the performer hoped for a considerable number of new works. However, there was a lull. The actress decided to return home to Florida. Mom dissuaded her daughter, recalling her dream.
Participation in "This is Us" began a year later. Fans compare many moments of the series with the real life of an idol. However, they can hardly understand the differences. So, Chrissy never buys tickets for two seats at once. And the actress has no problems with men either. She is confident in her own usefulness, this makes her attractive.
In her personal life, Chrissy was also able to take place. For seven years she remained the wife of renowned screenwriter and director Martin Eden (Eaden). Then the romance began with the equally talented cameraman Josh Stansil.
The acquaintance took place on the set. He invited Chrissy for the first date a month later. The actress preferred to load all the time with work, the relationship could become an obstacle to promotion. Josh made his own conclusions and moved on to another project so as not to interfere with her. The chosen one appreciated the sacrifice.
Success and recognition
The popular TV series "This Is Us" became the reason for a sharp turn in her creative biography. Keith Pearson, the child of Rebecca and Jack, has become the hallmark of the performer. And the project itself provided the artist with a field of activity for at least a couple of years in advance.
Even before becoming a famous actress, Metz got married. The renowned screenwriter Martin Eden became her husband. However, in 2013, the couple announced their separation. Family life lasted only five years. The official procedure started in 2014. The process was completed by the end of 2015.
The actress felt very uncomfortable after everything that happened. Kate Pearson seemed to her like a straw, which she clung to. She already had a job: the heroine of Ima in American Horror Story. However, additional employment did not seem superfluous. Chrissy auditioned, auditioned.
The performer was already close to despair when the understanding came: you need to love yourself. It was then that the invitation to the series arrived.
Chrissy stopped feeling complex about her weight. She began to wear bold outfits, she is not afraid to go out in them on the red carpet. The star does not pay attention to criticism of others.
The actress realizes that her plus size heroine is a huge rarity on modern television. The series showed both a love line and a family drama. A lot of time is devoted to showing stories about Kate's efforts to lose weight. The heroine visited special groups, was in a camp for weight loss, and even considered the possibility of an operation.
Self love
Metz is confident that the positive changes in her life began with a change in her attitude towards herself. She constantly consults with a stylist in preparation for ceremonial exits. George Grossman suggested that we stop wearing exclusively black dresses. Chrissy liked that a lot.
The first offer to shoot for a photo shoot horrified the magnificent actress. However, after a successful photo premiere, she gained even more self-confidence.
In no small measure in life, she was helped by a sense of humor. Metz's self-esteem is no longer dependent on her perception by others. The actress said that she would not be upset if she was on the list of the worst dressed celebrities. She dreams of looking luxurious, but comfortable. And clothes are not the most important thing in life.
