Actress Jessica Biel, best known for her role as Mary Camden in the family drama series “7th Heaven,” has opened up about her struggles in the entertainment industry and how she once considered leaving it all behind.
The talented star has since found success as an executive producer on various projects, including the popular crime series “The Sinner.
In a recent podcast interview, Biel revealed that her journey to stardom was anything but smooth sailing.
Despite working in the industry for years and having her own production company with partner Michelle Purple, she faced numerous challenges in getting their stories told.
For the first 10 years of their partnership, they had almost no success at all.
When the opportunity arose to create “The Sinner,” based on German crime writer Petra Hammesfahr’s novel “Die Sünderin,” Biel and Purple took it upon themselves to build the show from the ground up.
The series follows detective Harry Ambrose, portrayed by actor Bill Pullman, as he investigates a series of baffling homicides with seemingly no motive behind them.
Biel recalled how she and Purple were on the verge of quitting if “The Sinner” failed to sell, reflecting on the immense challenges they faced in making their mark in an industry dominated by male storytelling at the time.
Nonetheless, Biel persevered and continued to create content that resonates with audiences.
Reflecting on the early 2000s, she expressed nostalgia for a simpler time when technology was minimal and paparazzi culture was not yet a part of Hollywood culture.
Despite the challenges and setbacks faced throughout her career, Biel remains committed to storytelling and creating content that leaves a lasting impact on viewers.