6/16/2013

There Are Plenty Of Chicago Actors

By Liliana Mills


There are many great Chicago actors living within the United States of America. People do not realize how many talented individuals are born and raised in Illinois. Many of the famous names that were once a part of this particular city are Harrison Ford, John and Jim Belushi, Robin Williams, Mandy Patinkin, Jennifer Beals and Michael Madsen.

One very handsome and gifted man by the name of Harrison Ford used to walk the very streets in this particular place. He worked as a carpenter for many years and it provided him a good source of income. After some time had passed Mr. Ford made the decision to give up his day job and take some classes in acting. Things did not go well for him during his first film job because the director hated him. Even though the older man said cruel things to Harrison he still pursued his acting career. In a short time he was starring in the movie "Star Wars" which made him an international star.

He then went on to further fame by playing Indiana Jones in several "Raiders Of The Lost Ark" movies. So far this gentleman is one of the highest paid entertainers in the business and he is still quite popular at the age of seventy. He is still making great movies and sometimes his films will earn more money than some younger stars who are in this business.

Robin Williams started his career as part of a comedy team who did many great shows within the city. His live performances were always a huge hit in the late 70's and early 80's. Mr. Williams gained even more recognition when he starred in his own television series "Mork and Mindy." After the show was canceled he started to take roles that were more serious in nature. "Dead Poets Society" was one of his greatest movie roles.

John Belushi was one person that was born to be funny. Everything that he appeared in turned into instant gold and everyone loved his charisma. He got his real television break with "Saturday Night Live" in the 70's which made him a bigger sensation. Unfortunately he died from a drug overdose in 1982.

Mandy Patinkin is a great singer and stage performer who has been around for some time now. He is a native of this great city and has always had great pride for it. He has also starred on several television series and was lucky enough to appear with Barbra Streisand in "Yentl."

Who could ever forget the hip movie from 1983 called "Flashdance." This film made a major star out of Jennifer Beals and it set the standard for music and fashion. Ms. Beals is one proud person who embraces her Illinois connection. Today she is still starring on many acclaimed television shows and continues to shine.

There are so many more Chicago actors who are easily recognized by their fans. Mr. Michael Madsen is one dangerously handsome man who can be seen on many shows playing the bad guy. This city native has always managed to make it on his own during his professional career. He also gets great advice from his baby sister Virginia on certain projects.




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