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The Long Road to Overnight Success

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by Shane Jacobson
Paperback
Publication Date: 01/08/2013
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From the star of the film Kenny, the story of his long road to overnight success.

After the film 'Kenny' catapulted him to national and international fame, actor, writer, producer Shane Jacobson was told by people that he had a talent for acting. Which was great news as he'd been on the stage since the age of ten.

Working in musical theatre, stand up comedy, radio, ads, and the occasional Boy Scout review, Jacobson had been in the spotlight and behind the scenes, he had learned how to make people laugh and how to move them and he had felt the allure of the spotlight.

He knew this was what he wanted to do, but it would take him years to get there in between his many (very) odd jobs. Success, when it came, was sweet, but so was getting there. Here Jacobson tells the story of his life in the droll, hilarious way which made him so appealing in Kenny and in films like Charlie and Boots.

From a childhood spent among loving but stage-hungry 'carnies' to an adulthood spent travelling, falling in love, learning to drive every vehicle ever made and generally distracting himself from a serious career path, this is a charming, truly Australian memoir.

ISBN:
9780733330926
9780733330926
Category:
Memoirs
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
01-08-2013
Publisher:
ABC Books
Country of origin:
Australia
Pages:
334
Dimensions (mm):
236x158x21mm
Weight:
0.54kg
Shane Jacobson

Shane Jacobson is one of the busiest actors and presenters in Australia.

Best known for his work in film, television and theatre, he's also a song and dance man, author, screen writer, creative director, producer, executive producer, motorsport enthusiast, father of four and an ambassador for many worthy organisations and charities.

His notable credits include The Bourne Legacy, Charlie & Boots, Time of Our Lives, Underbelly, Beaconsfield, Top Gear Australia, Kenny and Oddball.

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You may have heard of Kenny, the portaloo plumber, but the real story is much more interesting and within The Long Road to Overnight Success Shane Jacobson takes us on a laconic walk through his past. This book is a relaxing read and Jacobson never takes himself too seriously, except when discussing his family, and theres always a quick quip or joke rolling along in the narrative.

I found it really heartening to learn that this was the culmination of many long years of work, and the manner in which Kenny was made using the family, friends and connections was a great tale to accompany the movie.

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The Long Road to Overnight Success by Shane Jacobson is an insight to the man and his life thus far. Multi talented and with a strong work ethic and a very supportive family, he has worked hard for the success he now enjoys. The book is an easy read although it can be a bit repetitive but I can forgive Shane for that because it was a bit of fun.

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