Quote by William Petersen

If I stayed a football player, my career would have been over 20 years ago. As it is, my knees are shot. I found I got the same good feeling in acting that I had in sports, but I found I could have a more profound impact on people.

If I stayed a football player, my career would have been ove

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's realization that pursuing a career in acting has been more fulfilling and impactful than if they had continued as a football player. They acknowledge the physical toll their knees have suffered from playing football and suggest that their career in sports would have ended long ago. However, acting has provided a similar sense of satisfaction and accomplishment, while also allowing them to make a deeper and more meaningful connection with others. It underscores the transformative power of the arts and the sense of purpose that can come from impacting people's lives.

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By William Petersen

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