Ian Somerhalder shares ‘controversial’ reason he ‘pulled the plug’ on Hollywood: ‘I’m out’
Ian Somerhalder has officially stepped away from his acting career, citing professional frustrations following his time on a Netflix drama.
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The brief
Actor Ian Somerhalder has publicly announced his departure from Hollywood. The decision to retire from acting reportedly follows his involvement in the Netflix series V Wars.
News, The Independent, and Entertainment Weekly emphasizes that Somerhalder describes his reasoning as controversial. Outlets report that the cancellation of his production played a primary role in his decision to move on from the industry.
Future reports may clarify the specifics of his post-acting professional activities. Coverage does not yet specify his future business ventures or long-term plans outside of the entertainment sector.
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Quick answers
Why did Ian Somerhalder stop acting?
According to reports, he chose to leave Hollywood following his work on the Netflix series V Wars and its subsequent cancellation.
Did Somerhalder confirm he is retired?
Yes, media coverage notes that he has stated he is "out" and has "pulled the plug" on his acting career.
Was a hospital stay involved?
Yahoo reports mention a hospital stay in the context of his departure, though further details on this event remain unelaborated.
Coverage (7)
- Why The Vampire Diaries’ Ian Somerhalder Controversially Quit Acting After Hospital Stay Yahoo · 21h ago
- Why The Vampire Diaries’ Ian Somerhalder Controversially Quit Acting After Hospital Stay Yahoo · 21h ago
- Ian Somerhalder Says Netflix Is The Real Reason He Left Hollywood Behind Yahoo · 21h ago
- Ian Somerhalder Shares Why He “Pulled The Plug” on His Acting Career AfterV WarsDrama E! News · 21h ago
- Why Ian Somerhalder “Pulled the Plug” on Acting After Netflix’s V Wars Yahoo · 21h ago
- Former TV star says show’s cancelation was what forced him to finally quit Hollywood The Independent · 21h ago
- Ian Somerhalder reveals the ‘controversial’ reason he ‘pulled the plug’ on his acting career Entertainment Weekly · 21h ago
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