Gary Graham's first major motion-picture role was in Paul Schrader's Hardcore, a turn that launched him into a chain of pictures, including starring roles…more
Gary: If fear of flying is really fear of smacking into the ground, then fear of acting, or stage fright, is really the fear of being embarrassed. It's the fear of falling on your face in front of crowd. I've always felt acting works best when you're not afraid to make a complete ass of yourself. My friends tell me I've succeeded on that front splendidly.
Gary: The public is fickle, and so is the industry. They may forgive a turkey or two, but then they can turn on you. Hollywood doesn't offer many second chances, so I learned early on that when you are in front of the camera, make it count.