10 Actors That Started Their Careers On Soaps

We go to the movies several times a year and see these well-known actors play in big budget movies, yet we often forget that even these massive superstars at one time had to start out with their first big acting gig. For many actors, that meant starting in a soap opera. It’s not exactly the most glamorous acting job out there, but it is one that will get you noticed in the big leagues.

Let’s take a look at some big actors that started off with a part in a soap opera.

Demi Moore

One of the most respected and known actresses of her generation, Demi started off with a role in General Hospital in the early 80’s. She spent over a decade as a part of the show’s cast, before finally landing her first big movie part.

Chris Hemsworth

Before being known as Thor, Chris Hemsworth started out his acting career as a cast member in a long-running Australian drama series Home And Away. I’m pretty sure going from a soap opera actor to one of the most important MCU characters isn’t a bad thing at all.

Amanda Seyfried

Amanda started off her acting in As The World Turns, a soap opera about some high class families and all the intrigue that goes along with it. Considering the projects she’s starred in now, it’s almost impossible to believe she started out with this small role.