Hunter Schafer's Journey to Euphoria: From Model to Star Without Acting Experience

Hunter Schafer, the acclaimed actress best known for her compelling portrayal of Jules Vaughn in HBO's hit series 'Euphoria,' recently offered a surprising glimpse into her unconventional entry into the acting world. During a candid interview, Schafer revealed that she landed her breakout role without any prior professional acting experience. 'I was taking a gap year, modeling in New York at the time,' she explained, detailing how a casting call for the highly anticipated series came to her attention through Instagram. Initially, Schafer expressed significant hesitation about the role, stating, 'I don't know, because it's like trans, not written by a trans [person].' Despite these initial reservations, she ultimately decided to pursue the audition. The actress shared that the casting process was remarkably focused on her authenticity. 'They essentially just wanted me to play myself,' she noted, adding, 'I got to basically just like be myself with lines.' This unique and personal approach ultimately proved successful, leading to her being cast in the critically acclaimed series. Schafer reflected on the profound, life-altering nature of the opportunity, stating, 'This changes everything. I have to be completely honest.' She also openly acknowledged the significant financial aspect of the role, humorously remarking, 'This is more money than I've ever seen in my whole entire life.' Her extraordinary journey underscores an unexpected path to stardom in Hollywood, proving that sometimes, being oneself is the most powerful performance.

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