Sarah Shahi, the star of the hit series "Paradise," has revealed some tantalizing secrets about Season 2 in an exclusive interview on the heels of her new book's release. The actress-turned-author shared that the idea for her self-help memoir, "Life is Lifey," was born from her own experiences playing Billie, a character who wasn't satisfied with her marriage and began questioning her life choices.
Shahi explained how playing this role gave her the courage to make significant changes in her own life and ultimately helped her connect with other women worldwide who were facing similar struggles. "I wanted something that covered the A to Zs of life," she said, "because the topics I tackle in the book are things I think about constantly."
In her book, Shahi tackles topics such as female empowerment, self-discovery, and breaking free from societal expectations. She cites Nora Ephron, a legendary author and journalist, as a key influence on her writing style, which she aims to make conversational and humorous, rather than lecturing or preachy.
One of the most striking aspects of Shahi's book is its candid discussion of self-doubt and the importance of taking risks. The actress shares how her own experiences with overcoming these doubts led to significant personal growth and healing.
Shahi's journey from being an "outlaw" for herself, particularly in pursuing roles and projects that aligned with her vision, is a testament to her courage and determination. She recalls emailing Dan Fogelman, the creator of "This Is Us," six months before securing a role on his show – an act that her representatives at the time chastised her for.
In an amusing twist, Shahi eventually landed a role on "Paradise" after re-establishing contact with Fogelman, who revealed he'd been holding onto her email all along and was eager to meet her. The actress's story highlights the power of taking chances and being true to oneself.
As "Paradise" Season 2 prepares to premiere on Hulu in February, Shahi has teased that this season will delve deeper into Dr. Gabriella Torabi's backstory and moral complexities, straddling the lines between good and bad.
With her new book and upcoming TV show release, Sarah Shahi is cementing her status as a trailblazing figure, inspiring readers and audiences alike to embrace their true selves and take risks in pursuit of their passions.
Shahi explained how playing this role gave her the courage to make significant changes in her own life and ultimately helped her connect with other women worldwide who were facing similar struggles. "I wanted something that covered the A to Zs of life," she said, "because the topics I tackle in the book are things I think about constantly."
In her book, Shahi tackles topics such as female empowerment, self-discovery, and breaking free from societal expectations. She cites Nora Ephron, a legendary author and journalist, as a key influence on her writing style, which she aims to make conversational and humorous, rather than lecturing or preachy.
One of the most striking aspects of Shahi's book is its candid discussion of self-doubt and the importance of taking risks. The actress shares how her own experiences with overcoming these doubts led to significant personal growth and healing.
Shahi's journey from being an "outlaw" for herself, particularly in pursuing roles and projects that aligned with her vision, is a testament to her courage and determination. She recalls emailing Dan Fogelman, the creator of "This Is Us," six months before securing a role on his show – an act that her representatives at the time chastised her for.
In an amusing twist, Shahi eventually landed a role on "Paradise" after re-establishing contact with Fogelman, who revealed he'd been holding onto her email all along and was eager to meet her. The actress's story highlights the power of taking chances and being true to oneself.
As "Paradise" Season 2 prepares to premiere on Hulu in February, Shahi has teased that this season will delve deeper into Dr. Gabriella Torabi's backstory and moral complexities, straddling the lines between good and bad.
With her new book and upcoming TV show release, Sarah Shahi is cementing her status as a trailblazing figure, inspiring readers and audiences alike to embrace their true selves and take risks in pursuit of their passions.
i love sarah shahi so much! she's like the ultimate inspiration for me right now 
her book "life is lifey" is literally on my reading list ASAP! i need that dose of self-discovery and empowerment in my life 
what i love about sarah's story is how she took those struggles from playing billie to using it as fuel for her own growth 
she's proof that we all have the power to create our own path and take risks to get there 
can't wait to dive into season 2 of paradise with a fresh perspective 
. Like, I get it, we all need some life advice now and then, but is Sarah Shahi's book just going to be a bunch of fluffy motivational stuff? 
I mean, I've seen plenty of books like that before, and they always seem to fall flat. And what's with the whole "finding yourself" vibe? It sounds like something out of a Hallmark movie 
. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for empowering women and taking risks, but can't we just be a little more realistic about it all? Like, even Sarah Shahi had to email Dan Fogelman six times before he replied? 
That's just crazy talk! And what's with the whole "be true to yourself" thing? Can't we just be true to ourselves, like, without having to write a whole book about it? 
I'm so inspired by Sarah Shahi! Her story is literally my ultimate girl boss motivation 
I love how she took risks on herself, even when it meant disagreeing with her reps 
And now, her book is like the next level of personal growth advice 
i'm def adding "life is lifey" to my reading list ASAP 
️. And can we talk about how brave she was to email Dan Fogelman without getting a response first? That takes major guts 
! I'm totally stoked for the new season of "Paradise" and I love that Sarah's character is gonna be delving deeper into some complex moral stuff