So, for me, failure is not an option. For a lot of my life, I've thought myself as a failure and a person that would never make it. Hollywood is definitely a difficult place to make a go of it, and you have to be strong-willed to make it.
When I was in 6th grade, I was told by a teacher that once I entered higher grades in school and in college, I would not make it. In essence, she told me that I would fail. That is what really made me determined and passionate to prove this person wrong. Growing up really shy and reserved didn't do much because I didn't have that friend or support system. Once I made it into high school, I decided to drop that image that and become a fun person that people want to be around. Have I grown as a person? Yeah, for the most part I have. I'm working hard to be a person with a social life and a fun person to be around.
My advice is to never listen when people say that you will fail. Honestly, that should make you more determined to pursue your dreams and to make things happen for you. You will be the happiest person in the world when everything happens for you in your favor!
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Sunday, November 25, 2012
My Classes This Term
This term at Mercyhurst University: West Campus, I am taking three classes. Public Speaking, U.S. History after 1945, and College Writing I. I'm really excited about these classes because I think that all of them will be somewhat easy for me and the term will go by very fast. Of course when I think that, it ends up being totally opposite.
The great thing about Mercyhurst West is how convenient it is. The classes are all in the evening, and the reason for that is because the teachers that teach at West also have other teaching jobs. Some may work at the Mercyhurst Main campus, or have other teaching jobs at high schools, etc. But, it really works out for the students that may have jobs earlier on in the day. It's also convenient because I live a few blocks away, and it's within walking distance from my house. It takes me about 5-7 minutes to walk there and back. Even though the campus is small, I've found that everyone else is very nice for the most part and I'm anxious to start this new term. Wish me luck!
The great thing about Mercyhurst West is how convenient it is. The classes are all in the evening, and the reason for that is because the teachers that teach at West also have other teaching jobs. Some may work at the Mercyhurst Main campus, or have other teaching jobs at high schools, etc. But, it really works out for the students that may have jobs earlier on in the day. It's also convenient because I live a few blocks away, and it's within walking distance from my house. It takes me about 5-7 minutes to walk there and back. Even though the campus is small, I've found that everyone else is very nice for the most part and I'm anxious to start this new term. Wish me luck!
The Support System
I think that all celebrities need one thing in order to be a celebrity, and that's a fan. You may make millions of dollars in a film, or have a leading role, but if you don't have fans supporting you, then you won't make it very far in my opinion. You don't have to be famous to have that support system as well. If you're a great high school or college athlete, you probably have people supporting you, such as your boyfriend/girlfriend, or best friend, and especially family. Family is always there for you through all the good times and the bad.
I've had thoughts for a long time about believing that I lack a great support system. I'm a person that doesn't have many friends, and I think sometimes that while I have a lot of people that like me, I don't have anyone next to me. That's also true if you're very famous, because you may have feelings of loneliness and depression. But, in my opinion, you need the love and support of yourself before everyone else.
I'm going to close this entry with a quote/lyric from Whitney Houston's "Greatest Love of All," (which is one of my favorite songs), "Learning to love youself, it is the greatest love of all"
I've had thoughts for a long time about believing that I lack a great support system. I'm a person that doesn't have many friends, and I think sometimes that while I have a lot of people that like me, I don't have anyone next to me. That's also true if you're very famous, because you may have feelings of loneliness and depression. But, in my opinion, you need the love and support of yourself before everyone else.
I'm going to close this entry with a quote/lyric from Whitney Houston's "Greatest Love of All," (which is one of my favorite songs), "Learning to love youself, it is the greatest love of all"
Child Stars
A child actor has a limited time career. Child stars have come and gone, and there are always those people out there that want to become famous. I think that many young people have that dream to become famous, but many dismiss the idea and go on to other ideas and thoughts about a future career.
One thing that I have found is that many child stars are not ones to have successes in their adult years. Why? It's because that everyone is so used to he or she in their particular role. A good example would be the cast of The Little Rascals. All of the kids in the "Our Gang" series had great success as child actors, but as I said before, an actor can only have a career as a child for a number of years. If you get too big, or too old, or your voice starts to change, than you would be canned and someone else would take the part. That was the case of the Little Rascals. Many of them turned to drugs or alcohol because they would be so miserable trying to deal with being an adult.
When I think about the Nickeolodeon and Disney stars, I think that many of them will have future careers in film, episodic TV, or even music. That has been the case for several of them so far in their young lives, and it will continue into the future
One thing that I have found is that many child stars are not ones to have successes in their adult years. Why? It's because that everyone is so used to he or she in their particular role. A good example would be the cast of The Little Rascals. All of the kids in the "Our Gang" series had great success as child actors, but as I said before, an actor can only have a career as a child for a number of years. If you get too big, or too old, or your voice starts to change, than you would be canned and someone else would take the part. That was the case of the Little Rascals. Many of them turned to drugs or alcohol because they would be so miserable trying to deal with being an adult.
When I think about the Nickeolodeon and Disney stars, I think that many of them will have future careers in film, episodic TV, or even music. That has been the case for several of them so far in their young lives, and it will continue into the future
My Thoughts on Disney
Walt Disney once said, "All of our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them," and that is a quote that I live by. I am a person that has loved everything Disney, and I've been that way for as long as I can remember. I was 5 years old when I went to Walt Disney World in Orlando, and I've attended every year until 2008.
Disney Channel used to be the only cable network channel that I would watch, and I have always enjoyed all of the programming that it has had on its network (which is now almost 30 years old). One of the shows that I used to watch at age 6 was "Bug Juice" which was a reality show about a group of kids that attended a summer camp, and it was the "True adventures of the kids at summer camp." I recently found videos of the show on Youtube, and I've had trips down memory lane.
One thing that I have found about Disney Channel is that there are several "Generations" of Disney Channel. There are always a group of stars on there for a number of years. Here's some examples of what I'm talking about: One generation would consist of Hilary Duff, Shia LeBoeuf, Christy Carlson Romano, Raven-Symone, Tia, Tamera, and Tahj Mowry. We just wrapped up a generation that was dominated by Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, and the Jonas Brothers. Currently, the generation consists of Bella Thorne, Zendaya, China Anne McClain, Bridgit Mendler, Debby Ryan, Ross Lynch, and Laura Marano. So, I predict in a few years, we will be listing a new group of celebrities in that generation of Disney.
Another aspect of Disney that I have been a major fan and supporter is Radio Disney. My favorite time of year is when they have the annual "Next Big Thing" competition. Since the 2nd season, I have been actively involved in voting and supporting for my favorite contestant. In season 2, I got my family and most of my friends to vote for Jasmine Sagginario to win, and she did! When you vote for someone that much and show loyalty, that means that you are influential in helping to start that person's career.
As I work towards the goal to become a teen entertainment reporter, I will continue to support the Walt Disney Company.
Disney Channel used to be the only cable network channel that I would watch, and I have always enjoyed all of the programming that it has had on its network (which is now almost 30 years old). One of the shows that I used to watch at age 6 was "Bug Juice" which was a reality show about a group of kids that attended a summer camp, and it was the "True adventures of the kids at summer camp." I recently found videos of the show on Youtube, and I've had trips down memory lane.
One thing that I have found about Disney Channel is that there are several "Generations" of Disney Channel. There are always a group of stars on there for a number of years. Here's some examples of what I'm talking about: One generation would consist of Hilary Duff, Shia LeBoeuf, Christy Carlson Romano, Raven-Symone, Tia, Tamera, and Tahj Mowry. We just wrapped up a generation that was dominated by Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, and the Jonas Brothers. Currently, the generation consists of Bella Thorne, Zendaya, China Anne McClain, Bridgit Mendler, Debby Ryan, Ross Lynch, and Laura Marano. So, I predict in a few years, we will be listing a new group of celebrities in that generation of Disney.
Another aspect of Disney that I have been a major fan and supporter is Radio Disney. My favorite time of year is when they have the annual "Next Big Thing" competition. Since the 2nd season, I have been actively involved in voting and supporting for my favorite contestant. In season 2, I got my family and most of my friends to vote for Jasmine Sagginario to win, and she did! When you vote for someone that much and show loyalty, that means that you are influential in helping to start that person's career.
As I work towards the goal to become a teen entertainment reporter, I will continue to support the Walt Disney Company.
Friday, November 23, 2012
Happiness In My Life
For the past two years, happiness is something that I've struggled with. Part of that is because I've had a lot of things happen to me in those years that really shook my spirit. My school that I was attending had closed (and I had one year to go), I had my best friend betray me, a relationship didn't happen because I was rejected, and my grandmother passed away. All of these happened in a period of months, and they really caused me to sink into depression. There were a lot of my friends and classmates that didn't understand why I was feeling so low all the time, and to be honest, they still don't understand it...
Friendship is one of the most important things in my life, and a great support system is so important for people to pursue their dreams. I am working so hard to rekindle those old friendships and to develop that support system that is needed.
But, honestly, having the opportunity to interview people that I have looked up to means the world to me. So my advice is...if you're having rough times, know that it will get better. It did for me, and I know that it will for you. Always remember that you have amazing talents and abilities, and you all have a dream. Go for it! If you work at it, then it's gonna come true! Thanks for reading!
Friendship is one of the most important things in my life, and a great support system is so important for people to pursue their dreams. I am working so hard to rekindle those old friendships and to develop that support system that is needed.
But, honestly, having the opportunity to interview people that I have looked up to means the world to me. So my advice is...if you're having rough times, know that it will get better. It did for me, and I know that it will for you. Always remember that you have amazing talents and abilities, and you all have a dream. Go for it! If you work at it, then it's gonna come true! Thanks for reading!
A little about Me
Hello and welcome to my blog!
My name is Brent Clapper and I'm from Pennsylvania. Ever since I was little, I had a dream...a dream to be famous. Yeah, I know, probably everyone has that dream at some point, but I'm a person that is passionate and determined to make it happen. I have had a lot of dreams and hopes for myself; For example, I wanted to become a game show host, a director, and a meteorologist. One thing about it is that all of those had something to do with being known and in front of a camera or in the industry.
But now I think I've found what I really want to do, and that's to become an entertainment reporter.
My goal is to become a teen entertainment reporter and to interview all of the young, up incoming Hollywood actors, actresses, singers, etc. I have already done two interviews with singer/songwriter Savannah Outen and iShine recording artist Chelsea Musick. I am also going to be interviewing Emily-Anne Rigal, the founder of WeStopHate.org. Interviewing all of these people has been so incredible for me, because I get the chance to get to know them and how they became who they are now.
I am currently a freshmen in college studying communications and broadcast journalism. I have job shadowed at local TV stations as well. All in all, I'm just a small-town boy with a dream...and this one's gonna come true. Come with me on my journey to the dream.
My name is Brent Clapper and I'm from Pennsylvania. Ever since I was little, I had a dream...a dream to be famous. Yeah, I know, probably everyone has that dream at some point, but I'm a person that is passionate and determined to make it happen. I have had a lot of dreams and hopes for myself; For example, I wanted to become a game show host, a director, and a meteorologist. One thing about it is that all of those had something to do with being known and in front of a camera or in the industry.
But now I think I've found what I really want to do, and that's to become an entertainment reporter.
My goal is to become a teen entertainment reporter and to interview all of the young, up incoming Hollywood actors, actresses, singers, etc. I have already done two interviews with singer/songwriter Savannah Outen and iShine recording artist Chelsea Musick. I am also going to be interviewing Emily-Anne Rigal, the founder of WeStopHate.org. Interviewing all of these people has been so incredible for me, because I get the chance to get to know them and how they became who they are now.
I am currently a freshmen in college studying communications and broadcast journalism. I have job shadowed at local TV stations as well. All in all, I'm just a small-town boy with a dream...and this one's gonna come true. Come with me on my journey to the dream.
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