Unacceptable And Unaccepted
It was difficult for Elliott’s father to envision his son making a living off of acting. When Sam Elliott was just 18 years old, his father died of a heart-attack.
Unacceptable And Unaccepted
The place he and Sam left off would eventually become a motivating factor in Elliott’s acting career. He explained in an interview, “He died thinking, ‘Man, this kid is going to go down the wrong path’, and I think on some levels that was either hard on me or made me more focused in my resolve to have a career.”
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Other Work
Construction wasn’t the only place where Elliott dedicated his time and strength. In fact, he joined the military, going to the California National Guard (CAL ARNG).
Other Work
It was there that he found a deeper understanding of his self and self-determination. His military service rewarded him with the skills to become a leader and a disciplined worker.
