Anthony Michael Hall became popular with his roles in a number of John Hughes classic movies such as Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, and Weird Science. As a part of the young actors nicknamed the “Brat Pack,” Hall found himself catapulted into fame at a very young age, navigating the pressures and expectations that came with being in the spotlight. Despite the early career success he got, life as a celebrity was not without its fair share of challenges which taught him a lot of valuable lessons along the way.
Recently, the actor took a moment to reflect on his highly successful but turbulent journey as a young star. He shared a story about a time in his career when he was struggling to find his balance and how a fellow actor stepped in to offer support that helped him in his dark times.
Anthony Michael Hall says Vince Vaughn encouraged him during a time when his career was failing
In an interview with People as part of the promotion of his latest acting project, Reacher season 3, Hall revealed that after the success he achieved working with producers like John Hughes, Matt Simmons and Harold Ramis in the four consecutive hits in the mid ‘80s, his career nosedived through the next decade.
However, the 58-year-old explained that it was during this difficult time that he met Vince Vaughn at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas where they both happened to be staying. Hall noted that Vaughn gave him some sweet words of encouragement, reminding him of the impact of his previous works while giving him assurance that his time in the spotlight was far from over.
Anthony Michael Hall expresses gratitude to Vince Vaughn for his kind words, which helped him revive his career
Reminiscing about the meeting, Hall expressed deep gratitude for Vaughn’s kind words and the impact it had on him as it played a vital role in helping him regain his confidence, which had already been wavering. He noted that the boost he got from the words not only lifted his spirits but also reignited his passion for his craft as his career gained new momentum soon after, leading to significant opportunities in both television and film. Hall landed roles in popular series like The Dead Zone and made notable appearances in major films such as The Dark Knight, both of which revived his already dying career.
Hall acknowledged that every time he thought about Vaughn’s kind words. He was always overwhelmed with a wave of emotion because the encouragement came at the right time and was quite helpful during a difficult period in his life.