How do I become a famous Actor?

If you want to become famous, you need to gain exposure through different performing opportunities that showcase your abilities as an actor. You need to always be training and if you're not training, you need to be working.

There are several key factors you'll need to get down the road to fame:

• Get an Agent: If you don't have industry contacts, you'll need to submit to agents the old-fashioned way by sending a cover letter and actor resume.
• Train, Train, Train: Most casting directors and agents can tell if you are out of practice in a cold read or audition. Always keep your game at top shape so that you are a step ahead of the competition that is not training. Get at least one or two training sessions with an acting instructor who showcases to agents and casting directors.
• Know Your Talents: Take roles that showcase your comedic/action/drama abilities and promote them through your social networks and website.
• Pictures That Look Like You: Don't go photo-editing crazy. Get good color photos that show the real you. You only need one really good headshot and one body shot. Most agents will request that you take photos in the style of the agency and will generally recommend three or more photographers. You are never required to use the agency's photographers and it is in fact against regulation by the Screen Actor's Guild (SAG).

If you're in the Los Angeles area, head to the Samual French bookstore and pick up a copy of the current agent's guide.