EPISODE · Aug 2, 2018 · 1H

Walt Interviews Cinnamon Hoobler – Strive

from Stand Up and Speak Up · host Stand Up and Speak Up

How do you react when you encounter adversity that seems impossible to overcome? Cinnamon Hoobler lives her belief that you don't give up, you strive to overcome it. At the tender age of 3 years old, Cinnamon was wandering around Stark County Fair near her hometown of New Philadelphia, Ohio. There, a talent scout discovered her. They were looking for fresh new faces for their Pro Model & Talent company. Cinnamon began the process of training for runway and photo shoots. At the age of 5, she came to California. She competed at IMTA, International Models and Talent Association. She took home awards for commercial, most photogenic, and runway. But her most significant accomplishment there was securing a manager and agency. Upon returning home, her family soon uprooted and moved to Los Angeles in pursuit of her dreams. For eight years, she worked as an actress, model, and dancer. Then she hit a roadblock which made her have to answer the big questions, "Where do I go from here?" She had suffered a medical mishap that caused her to lose not only her ability to walk but to write, read, and function as a normal 13-year-old. She struggled with gaining her strength back. After months of physical therapy, and long-lasting side effects, she returned to her career in the entertainment industry. Now at the age of 25, she is a recent graduate from the New York Film Academy. She has many opportunities knocking at her door, including a full feature film based on what she went through as a child. She believes that everyone goes through something in their life. The real testament to one's character is how you cope and conquer that challenge.