Part 3/6:
The Seeds of Ambition
Fast forward to the speaker's college years at UC Irvine, where he was studying drama. At this point, Lisa, now a teenager of 14, turned to him for advice on acting. Despite their age gap and the fact that she had always been perceived as “the kid sister,” their conversations opened up an entirely new dimension to their relationship.
He recalls gifting her the book Audition by Michael Shurtleff, encouraging her aspirations. This act of mentorship marked the beginning of Lisa's journey into the acting world, a career path that would later catapult her to international fame. The speaker emphasized how they would discuss acting and Lisa's ambitions: “You’re really smart,” he cheerfully told her, showcasing his admiration for her evolving intellect and character.