Life & Work with Liam Gibb of Studio City

Today we’d like to introduce you to Liam Gibb.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
Since I was a child, I have been fascinated by the arts. Middle school was when I decided to enroll in drama, and I fell in love with it immediately. I was in all of our theatre productions, competed in our state competitions, and would go on to get my degree in Theatre at Florida State University. While I was studying in Tallahassee, I felt inspired while acting in some of our university’s film school productions, and decided to make the move to Los Angeles. It has been a long journey in the 8 years I’ve been here since that decision, but despite all of the unprecedented events that have impacted the industry, and our lives in general, that hunger to keep learning, collaborate with other talented actors and filmmakers, and getting out of my comfort zone, is just as strong, if not stronger. I managed to get my SAG membership within two years of moving, performed in short films that have made it to film festivals, and with the help of my representation, I’m now auditioning for more notable roles and projects.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
I knew pursuing a career as competitive as this one would be difficult. However, I don’t think anyone would’ve predicted the challenges the film industry has faced over the last decade. There have been plenty of moments when I have doubted myself, and while it is absolutely important to have friends and family encourage you along the way, it is equally important to keep encouraging yourself. There have been plenty of times when I would come close to booking a role on a notable show or commercial, and if I didn’t get it, I would question myself and my worthiness as an actor. It’s something I know most actors can relate to. Bryan Cranston’s memoir, “A Life in Parts”, mentions that truly letting it go after an audition helped him find peace on his journey. Putting all your self-worth on booking a job, especially when you will probably never know why you didn’t, is not something worth losing sleep over. The key to overcoming these struggles is connection. Playing the long game can be challenging, but having people along the way has really made these challenges much easier. This is an industry where it truly takes a village to thrive, and there is definitely room for all of us to achieve that.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m proud of myself for sticking out for as long as I have. I know many talented and ambitious people who have moved home and quit too soon. The longer I’ve been out here, the more I’ve grown and the more positive I’ve felt about my own journey. It’s a process, and as the old saying goes, you have to trust it.

So, before we go, how can our readers or others connect or collaborate with you? How can they support you?
As an actor, I’m always looking for a new role or challenge. So, if you have a project and are looking for new artists, I’m more than happy to hear about it.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liammgibb/

Image Credits
Joanna DeGeneres (Headshot)

Jennifer Welsh (BTS and Stills)