August 7th 2023.
Terry Crews, the beloved star of America's Got Talent, has recently opened up about his career in the NFL. For three seasons, he played on teams such as the San Diego Chargers, Washington Redskins, and Philadelphia Eagles.
Despite the fame associated with professional sports, Crews found his time in the league to be less than glamorous. In fact, he said it was akin to being a roadie in a never-going-anywhere band. When he was practicing with the Green Bay Packers in 1993, he made a mere $150 a week - not even enough to cover basic expenses. In fact, he said he would have made more money at McDonald's.
To make ends meet, Crews decided to paint portraits of his teammates and sell them for $5,000 apiece. This proved to be a lucrative venture for him, and it gave him a sense of accomplishment.
However, Crews eventually decided to leave the NFL to pursue his dreams in the entertainment industry. He started off sweeping factory floors for only $8 an hour, but the meager wages were enough to motivate him.
His big break came when he was working as security on movie sets. From there, his career only continued to soar. Now, two decades and a reported $25 million net worth later, Crews attributes his success to his values - namely, his sense of equity and honor.
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