Tammin Sursok: Being Famous as a Child Was Traumatic

Tammin Sursok pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to grow up in the spotlight. From breaking out as a teenager on Home and Away to building a career in the US on shows like Pretty Little Liars, Tammin has experienced the highs and pressures of fame from a young age. Now hosting her podcast The Shit Show, she’s sharing a very different side of her life, one that’s far more raw, honest and grounded in reality. In this episode of Behind the Mic, Tammin opens up about the challenges of being a child star, what it was really like moving from Australia to the US in pursuit of success, and the pressure that comes with growing up in an industry built on image. She also shares the struggles she faced behind the scenes, how her perspective has shifted since becoming a mum, and why she felt compelled to start a podcast that reflects how tough life can be, even when everything looks perfect from the outside. Honest, vulnerable and deeply personal, this conversation explores identity, reinvention, and what happens when the spotlight fades and real life takes over. Whether you’re interested in entertainment, podcasting, or the realities of life behind fame, this episode offers a powerful look at the person behind the public persona. Follow Mike E Etheridge on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.