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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tia Mowry says being child actor "growing up in front of the world" was "tough"
Actor Tia Mowry opened up about her experience as a child actor and the challenges she faced while being in a limelight, reported People. Actor Tia Mowry opened up about her experience as a child actor and the challenges she faced while being in a limelight, reported People. In an Instagram Stories Q&A, one user asked Tia, 46, "How did your experiences as a child actor help or hurt you as a successful business woman?" The actress and reality star responded that being a child actor, "definitely came with its pros and cons." She added, "On the plus side, it taught me responsibility early on. By the time I got to college, I already knew what it meant to show up for work, have call times, and stay disciplined," she said of her time on the 1990s ABC sitcom Sister, Sister. Tia mentioned, "But growing up in front of the world? That part was tough. You're still figuring out who you are, and everyone has an opinion." "I'm grateful I had my sister and family to keep me grounded," she continued, "But... I didn't get to experience childhood the same way, especially when it came to things like dating. I was focused on work. And while I'm proud of that, I also think kids need space to just be kids and learn who they are," reported People. When another user asked her about what she loves about acting, she explained it is the "process." "I love how one small idea turns into something so much bigger through collaboration,' Tia added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo She later talked about the different roles played by her throught her acting career, saying, "You bring in a director, writers, set designers, wardrobe, and suddenly you're creating something powerful as a community. It's not just you, it's all of you." Tia concluded by saying she loves seeing her performance come together in the final product. "Then comes the beautiful part: letting it go. You build these connections, these memories, and at the end, you have something to share with the world. That's what makes it so special," reported People. Tia added that, "getting dressed up is fun too!" Tia and her twin sister, Tamera Mowry, co-starred in a number of projects in their early careers. Along with Sister, Sister, which ran from 1994 to 1999, the duo also starred in Disney's Seventeen Again in 2000, Twitches in 2005, and its sequel Twitches Too in 2007, reported People.
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Tia Mowry Opens Up About Black Identity And Belonging
If you're a millennial like me, then there's a big chance Tia Mowry played a part in your childhood. From shows like Sister, Sister and The Game to movies like Seventeen Again and Twitches, she and her twin sister Tamera were everywhere. And if you knew them, then there's an even higher chance you knew their younger brother, Smart Guy's Tahj Mowry, as well. Nowadays, Tia is widely known for sharing bits and pieces of her personal life online and connecting with fans on a deep and fun level. So, over the weekend, she posted a vulnerable message to Instagram to celebrate Juneteenth, where she opened up about her experience as a mixed-race woman, and why she's proud to call herself Black. She wrote her reflections on her Notes app and accompanied them with photos of herself and her family. "There were moments I questioned where I belonged. Even as a mixed kid, I knew I was Black. But growing up, the world around me didn't always reflect that back to me. I had to go on a journey to fully understand who I was and what it meant to walk through this world as a Black woman." "As a kid, I noticed the difference. When I was with my mom, who's Black, she was treated with suspicion. Not receiving an application for our dream home. Questions in first class. But with my white dad, people were welcoming. That's when I realized how much the color of your skin shapes how the world treats you." Tia said it "took time" for her to find her "place" in the world. She felt like everyone was in a clique in school, whether they were separated by interests or by race. Although she didn't always know where she fit in, she did always know where she stood. "It made me want to be loud about my pride," Tia continued. "To be Black and proud. To celebrate where I come from. And to use my voice and platform to make sure my community is seen, heard, and celebrated." "Representation matters. I'll never forget the messages I got: 'I never saw someone who looked like me on TV until you.' Moments like that helped me fully land in who I am and who I stand for." The mother of two revealed she looked into her ancestry. While she already knew her grandmother came from Eleuthera, an island in the Bahamas, she would later learn that her family lineage traces all the way back to Ghana and Nigeria. "We were taken, displaced, and yet survived. There is strength in that. And I carry that strength with me every day." Motherhood has also given Tia a new perspective on Blackness and how she wants to teach her kids to be proud of who they are and where they come from. But it hasn't come without obstacles. "My children are already feeling the weight of the world. At five, my son was called a monkey. He was told his skin was 'ugly.' And that's why I speak up, so they know they are loved, valued, and protected." "Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. But it's also a reminder that we're still pushing, still fighting, still rising. I carry that with me in my work, my purpose, and my motherhood." "I am Black. I am proud. I am loud with my love for this community. And I'll keep using my voice to create space for others to be proud too." What a beautiful message to commemorate the holiday and celebrate the culture. Fans absolutely loved it too: You can read her full post below:
