Rupert Everett and His Autobiographical Stories

Rupert Everett shares insights from his new collection of autobiographical short stories, titled 'The American No.' He discusses the theme of rejection pervasive in the show business world, emphasizing how everyone faces it at some point in their careers. Through anecdotes, he illustrates the contrast between ego-boosting meetings and the silence that often follows, which he likens to the behavior of geishas in Hollywood. Despite facing numerous setbacks, Everett sees failure as a valuable learning experience that spurs creativity and personal growth, suggesting that embracing these challenges can lead to unexpected opportunities.