Rachel Zeglerwho portrayed Maria Vasquez in Steven Spielberg’s 2021 Oscar-nominated film West Side Storyrecently revealed that she was joining the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and the film Shazam! Wrath of the Gods because she needed a job.
When asked by The Hollywood Reporter why she chose to join the cast Shazam! Wrath of the Godsanswered Zegler:
“The reality is we’re in the middle of a pandemic and I wasn’t working and I couldn’t get a job for the life of me because West Side Story hadn’t come out yet. It was really hard to book work for me.”
Zegler’s response was refreshingly honest and relatable, especially considering how hard the pandemic has hit the entertainment industry. As productions have shut down and projects have been delayed, many players have struggled to find employment in the industry.
Despite the obstacles, Zegler has steadily advanced his career and his role in the upcoming The Hunger Games prequel with the title The ballad about songbirds and snakes is ready to propel her to even greater heights. Her decision to play a minor role in Shazam! Wrath of the Gods shows her willingness to work hard and seize the opportunities that come her way.
Overall, Zegler’s candid answers serve as a reminder that even successful actors have to work hard to make a living in a competitive industry, and that being open to all kinds of opportunities, big and small, is crucial.
Rachel Zegler Opens Up About Being ‘Trified, Terrified, Terrified’ About Playing Snow White In Disney’s Live-Action Adaptation
Rachel Zegler to portray Snow white in Disney’s upcoming live-action remake of the classic fairy tale, recently admitted she was terrified to take on the role.
“I was horrified, horrified, horrified, horrified because you’re playing the first one. The blueprint for all Disney princesses dates back to the 1937s Snow white. You have so many conversations leading up to it. You want to cut off all your hair and learn to dance with all these fake animals and things that aren’t there. It was a lot of pressure.”
Zegler then discussed the pressure she felt to live up to the iconic character and the expectations of Disney fans in an interview with NME. “It was scary, but I’m so excited about it,” she said.
Zegler, who was discovered on social media and won the lead role in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story before he lands the role Snow white, admits that taking on such high-profile projects can be daunting. “It’s really scary at times, but it’s also really exciting and I’m really grateful to be here,” she said.
Despite her reservations, Zegler expressed confidence in her ability to offer a new perspective to the role of Snow White. “I think there’s a really beautiful opportunity to show another side of Snow White that hasn’t been shown before,” she explained. I’m very keen to get down to it and hopefully do it justice.”
Zegler’s openness about her fears and dedication to the role show her commitment to her craft and willingness to take on new challenges. Fans will definitely be excited to see her play Snow white when the movie comes out.