From Variety · Trish Deitch,Tiana DeNicola · · 50s
Sharon Stone on Hollywood Survival
Sharon Stone shares how she thrived in Hollywood for 46 years despite childhood trauma and family risks.
In brief
Sharon Stone shares how she thrived in Hollywood for 46 years despite childhood trauma and family risks. Sharon Stone overcame childhood trauma and family threats to become a successful Hollywood actress for 46 years. Originally reported by Variety.
Childhood Trauma
Stone faced severe childhood trauma including animal carcasses on clotheslines and a nail through her foot.
“I imagine I would for sure have just a bundle of beautiful little biracial children right now.”
Early Academic Struggles
She started second grade at age five and took college classes at fifteen.
Family Threats
Her brother's drug conviction led to threats against her family from potential raters.
Hollywood Journey
Stone moved to New York at nineteen to become an Eileen Ford model.
46 Years in Hollywood
She has thrived in Hollywood for 46 years despite early challenges.
At a glance
Sharon Stone overcame childhood trauma and family threats to become a successful Hollywood actress for 46 years.
