Growing up, the Hemsworth’s family had little money and was unfortunately deeply in debt.
In part, it was this financial pressure that pushed Hemsworth to enter the acting industry. He says he hoped to be able to save his family from their financial woes.
It influenced his choices a lot and he took on as many acting projects as possible, driven by the need to earn money quickly. This relentless work ethic stemmed from a conversation with his father, who told him they would never be able to pay off their debt during his lifetime. This statement haunted Hemsworth, motivating him to work tirelessly to try make money.
‘his father…told him they would never be able to pay off their debt during his lifetime’
As a result, the actor recently revealed that in those early days he faced immense stress and anxiety due to the heavy workload and the constant pressure to succeed. He has admitted that the fear of not being able to support his family financially has always weighed heavily on him
It is a totally relatable experience for those who grew up with debt. Despite achieving fame and fortune, this A list actor’s early experiences with debt left a lasting impact on his mental well being and even guided his career choices.