La Grange high school student Stella Grace Fitzgerald makes feature film debut in 'The Breadwinner'
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Summary
Stella Grace Fitzgerald, a high school student at Lyons Township High School in La Grange, makes her feature film debut in 'The Breadwinner' alongside Nate Bargatze and Mandy Moore. The article highlights her balancing academic excellence (earning straight As) with her budding acting career, as she looks toward a future in the entertainment industry.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledI would consider myself lucky if I were to be able to be an actor the rest of my life
For most high schoolers, the summer between sophomore and junior years means looking ahead to the ACT and, reflecting on the halfway point, starting to more seriously contemplate what the future has in store.
Few get to celebrate making their feature film debut as classes wind down for the summer.
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