Hollywood is a dream place to live for thousands of aspiring actors who want to be the biggest star the world has ever seen. However, there’s a slim chance these talented people will make it there, and those who have couldn’t wait to leave.
Richard Boone, the star of the classic Western Have Gun – Will Travel, was one of those Hollywood actors that took his talents elsewhere — Hawaii, to be exact. He left for many reasons, and a major one was the environment and lack of productivity. In an interview with the Associated Press in 1970, journalist Gene Handsaker asked Boone if he had quit Hollywood, and he had a lot to say.
“Yes, I have. I think there are so many places in the world that are more interesting to live… that gives you a chance to work more productively,” he said. “I’m tired of working in an environment where people are doing you a favor to come to …