Johnathon Schaech Says That Thing You Do! Co Star Tom Hanks Gave Him 'A Sense of Hope' in Career

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00:00From Hollywood star to dedicated family man, Jonathan Sheik has embarked on a journey that

00:05not only reshaped his career but also transformed his life. Join us as we dive into the inspiring

00:11story of an actor who found a new purpose away from the bright lights of Los Angeles.

00:17Jonathan Sheik, best known for his role as Jimmy in the cult classic,

00:22That Thing You Do made a bold decision to leave Los Angeles Angeles and move to Nashville.

00:28It wasn't an easy choice. At 54, he worried he might never work again after stepping away from

00:34the epicenter of his career. But Sheik chose family over fame, moving to Nashville to raise

00:41his two kids with his wife, Julie Solomon. Just when he thought his acting days were behind him,

00:48the universe had other plans. Sheik was offered a role in Blue Ridge, a 2020 crime drama,

00:54where he starred as Sheriff Justin Wise, a character inspired by his own father,

00:58a former police officer from Baltimore. The role reignited his passion,

01:04leading to a TV series on the Cowboy Way channel.

01:08In a heartwarming twist, Sheik's real-life father even made a special appearance in the

01:14show's season finale. Playing an older gentleman in the series, Sheikish's dad brought authenticity

01:20and emotion to the role, making it a truly unforgettable experience for both father and son.

01:26The finale also saw the reunion of Sheik with his That Thing You Do co-star, Ethan Embry. The

01:33two have maintained a deep bond over the years, a brotherhood forged under the guidance of Tom

01:38Hanks, who instilled in them a work ethic that's carried them through their careers.

01:44Fatherhood brought about another major change in Sheikish's life sobriety,

01:49becoming a dad gave him a new perspective on life, encouraging him to be fully present for

01:54his children. His son Camden, who adores his dad's 90s hit, can even sing the songs from

02:01That Thing You Do better than Sheikish himself. As Sheikish approaches his 55th birthday,

02:08he sees this as the beginning of a new chapter, a chapter where he is in control of his story.

02:13From surviving Hollywood to overcoming personal demons, and finally finding peace and purpose

02:19with his family, Sheikish's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of

02:24taking ownership of one's life. Thank you for joining us on this inspiring journey.

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