Today we’d like to introduce you to Shae LeRae Smolik.
Hi Shae LeRae, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I got started in acting when I was about eight years old. I did modeling first in Iowa, then branched into acting and got representation in Chicago. After booking several jobs, my family and I realized that I loved being in front of the camera, so we pursued a bigger market in Los Angeles and moved here. We thought there would be more opportunities in the Hollywood area as opposed to the Midwest.
I am also a Country music singer, and I’ve been doing that for a few years. I really love doing live performances. I have recently started writing my own music and my first single totally written by me will be out this month as well as a music video!
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I feel with acting, it’s like a roller coaster! You get an audition, and it can go many different ways from there. You may get a call back which is super exciting and possibly pinned and book the role or it could go the other way, and you audition and you never hear another word about it. It gets kind of nerve-racking at times. With singing, it’s a constant struggle trying to find gigs to play that are age-appropriate, new music, trying to produce the music, and of course, practicing. I am currently looking for a guitarist and a drummer so that we can do more live gigs together.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am an actress, country music, singer, model, and influencer. I started off at an early age modeling, and then that flowed into acting, singing, and eventually developing on social media. My true passion is acting, I love developing characters and being on set with the cast and crew.
I feel what sets me apart in singing is that I actually sing country music and I feel most people my age sing pop. And in acting, I feel that my ability to display deep dramatic emotions have gotten me several great roles!
What’s next?
I am really looking forward to getting more auditions and booking more roles! I am really hoping that the strike ends soon and that it is a fair agreement for the SAG members!
I have a new song dropping on all streaming platforms on November 9th and a music video coming out on November 16 that was produced by Perfect Shot Productions. I am looking forward to writing more music and trying to find a band!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.shaesmolik.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/shaesmolik/
- Youtube: http://youtube.com/@ShaeSmolik
- Other: https://spotify.link/M9cDzfpBCDb
Image Credits
First Headshot Alex Kruk photography Next images Perfect Shot Productions
