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Mandy Moore Says Early Fame Before Social Media Let Her Keep a Normal Teen Life

At Step Up's Inspiration Awards, she described using self-compassion plus family roles to counter self-doubt.

Overview

  • During a Sept. 26 Q&A in Los Angeles with Storm Reid, Moore reflected on growing up in the industry without constant online scrutiny.
  • She recalled still doing typical teen activities such as going to the mall, visiting amusement parks and attending her old school's homecoming dance.
  • Moore said she never felt forced to "pick a lane," crediting a step-by-step approach with shaping her career across music, film and television.
  • Calling herself her "own worst critic," she said small, incremental actions help her move forward when doubts surface.
  • She said grounding herself in being a mother, wife, sister, daughter, friend and partner provides perspective; she shares three young children with husband Taylor Goldsmith.