Question from a Reader:
Why do many second-generation talents fail to succeed and fade away from the entertainment industry, yet new second-generation talents keep emerging? Do parents believe their children are special?
Success and Failure of Second-Generation Talents
Recently, I was discussing second-generation talents with a friend. I thought a lot about why they often don’t succeed and why new second-generation
talents keep appearing. Personally, I work part-time at a judicial scrivener’s office, and I find it to be quite an interesting world.
Complex Issues Behind Success
It’s true that second-generation talents often have an advantageous starting point. When your parents are famous, you get more opportunities to be in the media from the get-go, and it’s easier to attract attention. I believe that when parents succeed in the entertainment industry, it’s natural for their children to aspire to that world. I have a friend whose parents are doctors, and he is also aiming for a career in medicine. Ultimately, parental influence is significant. However, not all of these second-generation talents find success. One reason could be that parental expectations can create pressure. When I’m working at the judicial scrivener’s office, I often see that children of lawyers or judicial scriveners feel the pressure to follow in their parents’ footsteps. Of course, it’s understandable that they develop an interest in this field because they grew up in that environment.
Sharing Interesting Experiences and Emotions
One day, while talking with a senior colleague at the office, he mentioned, “Whether a second-generation talent succeeds or fails ultimately depends on their own efforts.” It’s true that even if your parents are famous, it means nothing if you don’t achieve something on your own. I have been inspired by seniors who prepared early for exams, motivating me to work hard too. However, the entertainment industry is particularly tough. Since I love reading, I often read novels, and I feel that luck and timing are important for success there as well. For instance, in one novel, the protagonist seizes an opportunity by chance, but ultimately, continuous effort is necessary to maintain success, and it’s not as straightforward as it seems.
I Want to Hear Your Experiences
In the end, I think many second-generation talents fade away due to their own efforts, luck, and the pressure they face. But the constant emergence of new talents likely stems from their allure and dreams. If you have any similar experiences or thoughts, please feel free to share them in the comments. I would love to hear interesting stories or opinions!
