Why should you still pursue school even while in the industry?
There were a few times during my years in college where I easily could have dropped out because I was working so much and commuting 2 hours to school, but I knew I had come so far already and I wanted the degree to prove to myself that I could finish what I started. I also thought it was very important to go to school and get a degree in case I ever decided acting wasn’t for me or for some reason I couldn’t do it anymore, it’s always good to have a back-up or to be able to have the opportunity to change career paths if I want to.
How did you get into music?
I have always been into music. My mom introduced me to many musicals when I was younger and she used to teach me songs and sing with me. When I was in middle school I learned how to play the violin and I learned so many great classic songs. I was always a little afraid to sing in front of people but I knew I loved to sing, so when I got to be around 17 I started to get into theater and sing songs in front of people and I felt a special connection in performing. My brother also got into music when he was 18 and he taught himself piano, guitar, and drums, as well as writes all of his own music so he and I have performed together and continue to work together.
Do you have any projects coming out soon?
I have a few projects that I am looking at, but right now I’m back to auditioning, attending acting and dance class and seeing where life leads me! I am a part of a non-profit organization called, ALLWAYZ on Stage, which gives individuals with special needs the opportunity to participate and express themselves through performing arts. We have a play that we are in rehearsals for right now that will be going up in mid August, we are all really excited about that!
What can one learn about other cultures if we traveled?
I think that having the opportunity to travel and work in other countries gives you a clear vision of how other people think and live their lives. When you can actually experience a culture different from your own you appreciate diverse ideas and bring a new understanding that can create a bond between people and hopefully bring the world closer together.
You can watch Katie Gill as Elle in ' Baby Daddy' on Freeform.
Also watch her as Gladys Gergich in 'Parks and Rec' and Carleigh in 'Betrayed at 17'.
You can also follow her on these socials:
Twitter / iamKATIEGILL
Facebook / katiegillactress
Official Wesbite / katiegill.com