Ex-Child Stars Emphasize Challenges Maintaining Faith Amid Hollywood’s Influences

Actor Ricky Schroder reflects on the challenges of a Hollywood career, sharing insights from his journey. The 53-year-old, acclaimed for his Golden Globe-winning role in “The Champ” and his lead role in “Silver Spoons,” has recently founded the Reel American Heroes Foundation. This nonprofit is dedicated to creating films, documentaries, and television series that uphold patriotic and traditional values.

In a recent Fox News interview, Schroder discusses the advice he would give his younger self, emphasizing the significance of maintaining faith amidst the industry’s temptations. He highlights the importance of reading the Bible more to stay grounded. Despite expressing gratitude for his professional opportunities, Schroder acknowledges feeling like an outsider in Hollywood, attributing many career choices to others.

He explains that his entry into the industry was not a personal desire but rather decisions made by others, starting with his role in “The Champ” at the age of 7. Schroder emphasizes that he now makes his own choices, leading him to depart from Hollywood, relocate to Colorado, and pursue storytelling in a different format and platform.