Chris Pratt recalls living in a van before his Hollywood big break
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Key Points:
- Chris Pratt began his acting career after living in a van in Hawaii and working as a waiter at Bubba Gump Shrimp Company, where a chance encounter with actress Rae Dawn Chong led to his first film role in "Cursed Part 3."
- Despite having only $60 and limited resources, Pratt was flown to Los Angeles by Chong to film the low-budget horror comedy, marking the start of his Hollywood journey.
- Pratt's early role paved the way for his breakout as Andy Dwyer on "Parks and Recreation" and later as Star-Lord in Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy," a role that significantly elevated his career.
- Since becoming a Marvel star, Pratt has appeared in major franchises like "Jurassic World," voiced animated characters, and starred in various blockbuster films and TV series.
- Pratt is a father of four, balancing his busy career with family life, and has expressed a desire to learn from his own father's experiences to be the best parent he can be.
