Ep27 Jordana Brewster
About this episode
Jordana Brewster opens up about her winding path to acting—growing up across Panama, London, and Rio, then moving to New York at 10, landing early soap-opera training, and eventually earning her Fast & Furious breakthrough. She talks about the realities of auditioning and self-taping, why she prefers context over “sides,” and how social media changes casting while increasing competition. Brewster also shares her on-set process, balancing motherhood with travel, and the franchise’s “family” culture—plus her reflections on boundaries and relationships with her mom and sister.
Sung and Emelia sit down with fellow actor and Fast and Furious star, Jordana Brewster. In an episode full of insight for aspiring actors, Jordana opens up about her career and everyone shares unique perspectives from their involvement in the acting world. They also talk about the importance of family and leading with positivity.
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