20 Actors Who Took a Break from Acting

Goldfinger - 1964 - Source: Getty
Goldfinger - 1964 - Source: Getty

19) Whoopi Goldberg

Dalai Lama speaks in Washington DC about World Peace - Source: Getty
Dalai Lama speaks in Washington DC about World Peace - Source: Getty

Whoopi Goldberg, known for her iconic roles in Ghost and The Color Purple, took a step back from acting in the late 2000s to focus on her career as a television host. Joining The View in 2007, she found a platform to express her views and engage in meaningful discussions. While she still appeared in occasional acting projects, her focus shifted to advocacy and commentary. This break from full-time acting allowed her to connect with audiences in a completely new way, showcasing her versatility beyond the big screen.

Love movies? Try our Box Office Game and Movie Grid Game to test your film knowledge and have some fun!

Quick Links

Edited by Debanjana