With an illustrious career spanning over 50 years, Susan Sarandon has left an indelible mark on Hollywood, earning six Emmy nominations, five Oscar nominations, and numerous accolades. As she gears up for her role in the upcoming Fox series "Monarch," where she portrays a legendary country music icon with hidden secrets, Sarandon takes a trip down memory lane, reflecting on some of her most memorable roles.
Sarandon's early foray into acting included a stint on the short-lived soap opera "A World Apart," where she played a character who faced a myriad of catastrophes, from getting kicked out of school to getting pregnant by a terrorist. Despite the show's brief run, Sarandon fondly recalls the experience as "really fun."
In 1974, Sarandon collaborated with legendary filmmaker Billy Wilder on the film adaptation of "The Front Page." Working with Wilder, known for his meticulous directing style, presented challenges as he directed scenes with a stopwatch, aiming for precision. Despite the strict approach, Sarandon remembers Wilder, along with co-stars Jack Lemmon and Austin Pendelton, as warm and sweet.
Sarandon's journey also led her to the cult classic "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Initially hesitant due to her self-consciousness about singing, she overcame her fear and delivered a memorable performance. Despite a challenging shoot in freezing conditions that led to pneumonia, the film gained a devoted cult following, becoming the longest-running theatrical release in movie history.
As Sarandon continues to embrace complicated and thrilling roles, her upcoming venture in "Monarch" promises another chapter in her diverse and impactful career.
