The world-famous Hollywood actor, the favorite of women and the hunting subject of journalists Gerard Butler is not used to being frank and giving interviews. Handsome man does not like to advertise the facts of personal life and is considered one of the most mysterious heroes of modern cinema. But recently the actor still pleased the fans and slightly opened the veil of secrecy. Butler came from Scotland, was born in Glasgow, but his family lived in a small town Paisley, most of whose inhabitants worked on the production of cotton. The actor admits that he never thought that he would someday become famous and would receive compliments from enthusiastic fans.
Here's what Butler said about the start of his career:
"The famous actor Sean Connery also comes from Scotland. I always thought that for my homeland more than one star of this magnitude is enough. And I did not plan to become an actor. But I was always a dreamer, I dreamed a lot, sometimes the imagination was so fascinating that I could easily cross the edge of reality and completely immersed myself in an imaginary world. I was both a merchant in Jakarta and a racing participant with a rushing train and a military. But my parents always dreamed of seeing me as a respectable and respectable person, they prophesied to me the future of an intelligent lawyer. As a result, I enrolled in the law faculty, and since my studies were given easily and naturally, very soon I became president of the society of lawyers. Now I look with astonishment at the past, for I graduated with honors from the university, despite the fact that I'm not an academic person at all. I'm just lucky and I manage to do a lot, now I understand it. If I'm interested in something, I can learn a new one in just a minute. But suddenly I felt somehow uneasy, I wanted changes, and I decided to take a vacation and went to America. Here I could feel freedom and breathe deeply. I settled in Los Angeles with three guys from Ireland, who were constantly pretty drunk. I thought this was a normal manifestation of youth, and considered myself simply eccentric. The work was not, so, random earnings then in the market, then in more questionable places. And one day I just happened to be in one of the police stations. My image did not fit into the role of a serious lawyer - old worn jeans and long hair, but at that time I was still president of the legal society in my native Glasgow. I can not believe that I'm talking about this now. But it was and now, of course, I look at many things quite differently. At home, I was waiting for pre-diploma practice and the last year of training. But at that time I already had a sad reputation among Scottish lawyers. And a week before the qualification I was fired. I was confused and did not know what to do next, and most importantly, how to say this to my mother, because her dreams were destroyed. And only now I understand how true the saying about "everything that is done, all for the better." If that dismissal did not happen then, I would not become an actor. I went to London, and my mother sent me a letter with words of support, for which I am very grateful. "
"Motherland, as a part of me"
Infrequently world celebrities talk about their homeland, especially with such warmth, as she remembers Butler:
"Scotland is a beautiful country. I owed her all the qualities of her character. It was thanks to Scotland that I became what I am. For me there is no better land than my native land. When my father died, with whom I had not seen him for more than a decade, I had to fly urgently to Canada. But my friend, with whom I was in a quarrel, tore up my passport, and back to Scotland somehow I had to get there without him. The customs officers kindly let me in with the student's ticket, with the condition that my relatives will meet me at the airport with a birth certificate. Of course, it was Mom. I remember, then I thought, well, who will dare to illegally come to Scotland illegally, the most dreary country on the planet. But after many years, I understand how wrong I was then. Scotland is incredible and unrepeatable. When I played the role of Attila, there were many touching and sensual moments for the people of my country. I was so excited that I just sobbed. My country has borne so much, and so many lives were given for it. This frightening truth is simultaneously incredibly proud. "
Talented in everything
Looking at Butler today, there is no shadow of doubt that he is a natural actor. And, according to Gerard himself, whatever he did in life, but interest in theater and cinema constantly lived in his heart:
"I often visited theaters and various festivals. Once, hitting the play "On the needle" and seeing the main character on the stage, I suddenly thought that I could have done it, and even better. At that time I worked in the field of telemarketing, I was able to convince people to make purchases, and even such things, about the existence of which he himself learned about 10 minutes ago. Once in a cafe I met the theatrical director Stephen Berkoff, he was at the peak of popularity and I decided to try my hand and asked to cast. I got the lead role, and the casting director admitted that my performance was the best at the audition. I was exhausted by the fact that I "gave my best" and is incredibly happy. That's how I became famous. Roles came by themselves. Ahead were "Rock-n-Roller", and "300 Spartans" and many other things remarkable. "
In addition to acting talent, Butler can easily boast of excellent vocal data, an opportunity to demonstrate which he has appeared along with his role in The Phantom of the Opera. Many to the last could not believe that the actor himself sings, without doubles. But, as it turned out, Butler always liked to sing and even took a few singing lessons from the professor on vocals. The latter very much praised the artist and advised not to throw music. The actor heeded the recommendations of a professional and today we can enjoy his fine work in the famous musical.
As they say, "a talented person is talented in everything" and Gerard Butler is a clear confirmation of this.
Everything has a price
Excellent external data, true talent and natural charm could not go unnoticed. But the actor was known not only as a handsome, heartthrob, but also as a true master of his craft, giving himself work. Persistence of character and willed qualities of the actor are known to many on the set. This Scot has repeatedly suffered injuries, sometimes very serious, but despite this, still believes that it is much better to do everything himself and always independently performs the most difficult stunts in the movies. The actor is known for his restless and risky nature and admits that he sees every new role as a regular challenge:
"I constantly get injuries on the set. Often something yes I'll break. Shooting process - a very complicated thing. Simple costs a lot of money. When you land badly, you get injured, you delay work, as a result, you bring a huge number of people. Today I try to be more responsible, but I still can not deny myself the pleasure of performing complex and interesting tricks. I understand that this is very dangerous. One day, I was hospitalized with a very serious injury and even sat down on an anesthetic. So I got into the center of Ford for the course "Management of pain", which I really helped and helps so far. And then there were rumors of my alcohol, or drug addiction. And despite of everything, I believe that if something is done, then it is good to do it. We need to feel every detail, every movement. Fight? So, to fight really and get into the eye and even break your arm. For example, working on the role in "The Conqueror of the Waves", I first picked up a board. It was very difficult and I almost drowned. But now I understand what real surfers are and what they feel. There is nothing like the feeling when grateful spectators come to you and tell you that it was your character who helped them in this or that situation, gave strength or a feat for some good deeds. Yes, it's scars, sometimes long rehabilitation and pain, but everything has its price. And I cry with pleasure. "
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Gerard Butler always looks ahead bravely, does not give up, and even to failures refers to his inherent stamina and sense of humor. Asked about the failed films with his participation, the actor responds with a smile and thanks the profession for an invaluable experience:
"Of course, the pictures that did not become the leaders of the rental failed not through my fault. And every role is a tremendous experience. Every time you get into a new, created by the writers world. For me, the process is always the most important. I'm not fixated on mistakes as well as on success. I just give myself completely to work. And when I understand that everything, forces are running out, I just leave for my house in Malibu and recharge. I have an apartment in New York, but the metropolis takes away too much precious energy, so there I rarely appear. And in Malibu, I completely relax and feel good, almost like at home, in Scotland. "