Mara Wilson, the Matilda star who emerged as a child actor, has redirected her career away from constant screen work toward storytelling through audio. Over the years she has narrated roughly 70 books, making her voice a steady companion for listeners far and wide.
Asked about a possible return to acting, she pointed out that suitable roles for someone with her age and look aren’t common. To fit into Hollywood’s mold, she would likely have to change herself in ways she’s not willing to pursue.
Storytelling on her own terms
The former child performer describes narrative work as a natural fit, noting that voice work allows her to inhabit a wide range of characters—from antiheroes to nuns to fairytale figures like Tinker Bell.
Wilson’s screen debut came when she was five in Mrs. Doubtfire (1993), followed by appearances in Miracle on 34th Street (1994), Matilda (1996), A Simple Wish (1997) and Thomas and the Magic Railroad (2000). After a break, she has appeared in contemporary programs such as Broad City and in animation like BoJack Horseman.
Beyond her career choices, she has been vocal about Hollywood’s treatment of child stars, addressing the pressures and the enduring impact of growing up in the industry.
For me, audiobooks and voiceover are spaces where you can be anything, underscoring the versatility of voice work. She has said her work now centers on storytelling in its many forms.
Source: Original article
