Dawn Olivieri Left LA for 160-Acre Arkansas Ranch, Says Move Boosted Acting Career
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Updated · Fox News · Nov 10
Dawn Olivieri Left LA for 160-Acre Arkansas Ranch, Says Move Boosted Acting Career
2 articles · Updated · Fox News · Nov 10
Summary
Dawn Olivieri said leaving Los Angeles in 2022 for a 160-acre ranch near Mena, Arkansas, led to more acting work after a career dry spell left her disillusioned with Hollywood.
The 45-year-old "Yellowstone" alum said giving up the need to control her career made her a better actress and person, replacing "waiting by the phone" with what she called a more authentic life.
Moon Mountain Sanctuary and Rescue, the nonprofit she founded in 2023, now rehabilitates hundreds of horses and other animals as she continues building the property while living in a camper.
Season 2 of "Homestead: The Series," which premiered Nov. 3, has put Olivieri back in focus as she says recent industry disruption from COVID-19 and the 2023 strikes cut opportunities for many actors.
Taylor Sheridan roles in "1883," "Yellowstone," "Lioness" and "The Madison" followed her move, underscoring her argument that stepping away from Hollywood pressure improved her career.