Introduction
Chris Pratt is an actor known for his performances in blockbuster movies like ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Jurassic Park’. He has also lent his voice to animated characters in ‘Super Mario Bros: The Movie’ and ‘Garfield’. In this article, we’ll explore his artistic career and find out how he managed his first big paycheck.
How Chris Pratt Handled His First Big Paycheck
During an interview on the ‘Sway in the Morning’ podcast, Chris Pratt revealed how he spent his first $75,000 in a very short time. After living on little money for a long time, Pratt saw his first major job as an opportunity to change his financial situation. However, in just two months, he realized that he had wasted all his money. Pratt explained that he spent the money traveling the world on a yacht, visiting places like Maui and Australia. This experience was a wake-up call for the actor, who admitted that he had not learned how to manage his money properly.
The artistic career of Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt has had an impressive career in Hollywood in recent years. He started his career with supporting roles in TV series like ‘Everwood’ and ‘The OC’. However, his big break came with his participation in the sitcom ‘Parks and Recreation’, where he played the character of Andy Dwyer. This series was a cult success and gave Pratt greater visibility in the film industry.
His rise to fame came in 2014 with his portrayal of Peter Quill/Star-Lord in Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy. This film was a resounding success and catapulted Pratt to international fame. Since then, he has starred in other major productions such as ‘Jurassic World’ and its sequels. Pratt is currently working on the movie ‘Mercy’ and also lends his voice to the character of Garfield in a new animated film.