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Anyone know any examples of successful actors who did not start until they were older?

I have always had the dream to serve in the US Marines right out of college as an officer, but just for the normal 4 year period. However career wise I want to act. If I do the military thing I wont be free to pursue acting until I am 26-27. Is that too old to pursue acting or do I need to be younger to be successful in acting?

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1. Sure, there are plenty. Adam Sandler for example didn't have his first professional job until he was around 22 or 23. It maybe harder for you to build up a resume but if you have a nice physique (which Im assuming you will since you are going into the marines) and you are a good actor then you should be fine. Just remember its going to take a lot of hard work, dedication and plenty of rejections but don't let your age stop you.
2. Craig T. Nelson. Before he got the role in Poltergeist, he and his family was homeless living in a van in Colorado. He'd been pursuing acting for years. Then he got his big break. >>>>
3. It is never too late to act. it all depends if you have talent. There are alot of roles that need adults. most A-list actors are like at least 30 years of age. pssshhh 26-27? you should be asking "am I too young for acting?" even then you wouldn't be old enough to even play a dad role. It is all talent ,man...if you don't have talent there is no need to even try to look hot for a role. but...it might take a little bit to build up your resume. casting directors like an experienced actor.