SmartLess "Jon Hamm"
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Apr 4, 2022 This week, Jon Hamm, renowned for his role as Don Draper in 'Mad Men', shares his quirky passion for golf and his return to teaching acting at his high school. The conversation navigates the ups and downs of fame, including candid reflections on career milestones and the pressure of typecasting. Jon also delves into funny anecdotes about auditions and the real-life challenges of acting versus on-screen portrayals, all while keeping the mood light with humorous banter about mix-ups in popular TV show titles.
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Hamm's High School Experience
- Jon Hamm loved high school and attended John Burroughs High School in St. Louis.
- The school encouraged students to try everything from arts and sports to academics.
Preparation is Key
- Be prepared as an actor.
- Everything moves quickly, so do the work beforehand.
Pre-Mad Men Gig
- Jon Hamm's last job before Mad Men was a pilot where he played Laura San Giacomo's love interest.
- She was fired, and he was eventually let go too.