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Hello, Could you please explain ”waiting tables in Hollywood” ? There were endless stories of actors waiting tables in Hollywood hoping to get discovered .

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AussieInBg profile picture AussieInBgFebruary 2022
”to wait” can also mean ”to be working as a waiter/waitress”.

”waiting tables” = ”working as a waiter”. This collocation is used more often in American English.

As for ”waiting tables in Hollywood”. The standard cliche for someone wanting to become famous in Hollywood is in order to make enough money to live ”before becoming famous”, they work as waiters and waitresses. There’s also the cliche that actors/actresses are discovered working in restaurants.
Alexweiss profile picture AlexweissMay 2023
”Waiting tables in Hollywood” refers to the common practice of aspiring actors taking on restaurant or hospitality jobs while waiting for their big break in the entertainment industry.

Hollywood has long been known as the center of the American film and television industry, attracting thousands of hopefuls each year who dream of making it big as actors, writers, directors, and producers. However, breaking into the industry can be incredibly competitive and difficult, even for those with talent and experience.

As a result, many aspiring actors take on other jobs, such as waiting tables or bartending, to support themselves financially while they attend auditions, take classes, and network with others in the industry. Some hope that their restaurant jobs will lead to connections with industry insiders or even to acting gigs themselves.

There are countless stories of famous actors who started out working as waiters, such as Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, and Chris Pratt. While not everyone who waits tables in Hollywood goes on to achieve fame and fortune, it remains a common and often necessary step for many aspiring performers.