Sharon Horgan - ‘My marriage failed but it had such a positive impact on my life’

Jan 22, 2025

Sharon Horgan, acclaimed writer and director known for shows like "Bad Sisters" and "Catastrophe," opens up about her journey through failure and personal growth. She shares how dropping out of drama school and the end of her marriage led to unexpected positive changes in her life. Horgan highlights the resilience and confidence she gained from these experiences and discusses the balance of humor and darkness in her storytelling. She also reflects on the emotional complexities of motherhood and navigating life as she approaches her 50s.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

From Struggles to Success: The Creative Journey

01:49 • 15min

Reflections on Rejection and Resilience in Pursuing Dreams

17:10 • 2min

From Doubt to Discovery

18:57 • 11min

Embracing Failure and Finding Confidence

29:40 • 3min

Navigating Personal Growth and Divorce

32:35 • 12min

Embracing Change: Reflections on Turning 50

44:27 • 3min