Pamela Anderson, 59, says she 'pigeonholed' herself early in her career
Actor Pamela Anderson reflects on her career resurgence, noting that she previously felt pigeonholed by her early fame and tabloid scrutiny. She is now embracing creative opportunities in indie film and theater, focusing on her authentic self.
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Pamela Anderson said she's grateful that many directors still want to work with her. picture alliance/dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Pamela Anderson said her career resurgence has allowed her to pursue the creative work she's long wanted to do. "I thought, 'I have so much more to give but I've pigeonholed myself,'" she said of her early days. At this stage of her life, she said she's found peace in nature and in embracing her authentic self. Pamela Anderson said she is making the most of her second act in Hollywood. In an interview for Vogue Australia 's August cover, the actor said she feels "really fortunate" that "incredible directors" with indie backgrounds want to work with her. "I just feel so lucky, because it has been an interesting trajectory from Broadway and ' The Last Showgirl .'
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