While the show brought her fame to another level, her success was far from sudden.
Watson had been quietly paving her way to Hollywood stardom for years before landing the gig.
The Brooklyn native is serious about her craft.
Some celebrities get lucky breaks early on, but Watson struggled for years to make it to the top.
The experience was an unforgettable one, and not just because of the famous figures who helped fund them.
“It was really, really special and something that I won’t forget.
I think a lot of what we learned there I still take with me.”
Instead, women of all races were auditioned, with the part going to Watson.
“We’re obviously very strong, powerful, resilient, inspirational, intelligent, phenomenally talented…
I could go on and on about our culture.”
This had a profound affect on her life.
Women you aspired to be like.
The heartbreak of surviving their deaths shaped Watson and her career.
“In your life and in your art, they will make you better.”
She designs most of her hairstyles on the show, which is a bigger deal than many people realize.
It’s not a surprise when you look at her resume.
Watson has spent a lot of time on stage, including performing inMarley The Musical.
“I love it.”
According to Watson, the two harmonize between scenes or at least attempt to.
“Sometimes we don’t harmonize so well, but we try,” she toldVulture.
“I had friends who were praying for me.
Thankfully, her support system came through for her.
Watson decided to stick with her dream and give it another shot.
I’m going to enjoy this again,” she said.
“It’s the best thing I have to give.
So I had to get my personal joy back, and then things started to change.”
It wasn’t long after that Watson captured the hearts of audiences everywhere onThis Is Us.
OnThis Is Us, Watson has finally been able to show off her range as an actress.
“I’m all about simple products,” she said.
One thing Watson did splurge a little on is a pair of $350 cat-eye sunglasses.
“This was my pilot present to myself an expensive pair of sunglasses.
Welcome to L.A.!”
They have their ups and downs, but always manage to pull through.
Their believable relationship is a testament to their acting skills, but the two also have a history together.
“Sterling was capturing all of that.”
Their shared alma mater might be part of the reason for the show’s success.
Giving back is in her genes
Watson believes in the importance of mentoring.
It’s just as important to share what you’ve learned as it is to continue to learn."
The television star practices what she preaches, and gives back to the community.
Watson is on the board of Drama Club, which mentors incarcerated youths through theater.
She also mentors young people through the theater company Epic Theatre Ensemble, serving as a youth development mentor.
Watson’s desire to help others is something she inherited from her mother, who also supports charitable organizations.
Another of Watson’s projects is empowering people through the media.
