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Kurt Russell Reflects on Humble Acting Beginnings

3/29/2026

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  • Kurt Russell (actor) told the Wall Street Journal about his modest start in acting, including earning $110 at age 10.
  • He recalled living in an attic in East Los Angeles after moving from Maine.
  • His father, a former minor league baseball player, pursued acting and moved the family to California.
  • He emphasizes aging and evaluating relationships, noting parallels between his The Madison character and his relationship with Goldie Hawn.