Actress Julia Antonelli joins My Fame, Explained to talk about growing up in the entertainment industry, playing Wheezie Cameron on Netflix’s Outer Banks, her early days as a Nickelodeon star, and what she has learned while building a career across television, film, and theater. Julia began acting at just 11 years old before landing her breakout role as Jessie Novoa on Nickelodeon’s Every Witch Way, later reprising the character in W.I.T.s Academy. She would go on to join the global phenomenon Outer Banks as Wheezie Cameron, the younger sister of Sarah Cameron, played by Madelyn Cline. In this candid conversation, Julia takes us behind the scenes of her journey from child actor to where she is today. She opens up about growing up in Hollywood, navigating auditions and rejection, balancing her acting career with attending Fordham University, and the lessons she has learned along the way. Julia also talks about her experiences working on major film projects, including Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day and Ari Aster’s Beau Is Afraid, making the transition from child actor to adult roles, and stepping onto the stage for her professional theater debut. Plus, we talk Outer Banks, life away from the cameras, social media, Hollywood hot takes, advice for aspiring actors, dream roles, and what Julia hopes comes next in her career. It’s a conversation about growing up, taking chances, dealing with rejection, finding your place in an unpredictable industry, and continuing to chase the next opportunity. My Fame, Explained shares the untold stories of dreams, determination, and the rise to fame through candid conversations with actors, musicians, athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and other notable personalities. Follow Julia Antonelli on Instagram and TikTok Follow Larry Gilbert on Instagram Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on: FacebookInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTube
