Actors and actresses are people who portray characters in theater, plays, television shows, or movies. Many actors often read at auditions to find work, competing with hundreds or thousands of people for any given role. Some actors primarily work as extras, in the background of movies, TV shows, or commercials, while more successful actors land roles with lines. Many actors find themselves working in other performing arts media While some actors never become stars, they can earn a good living as “character actors”, becoming well-known without ever being the star of a piece.
