These days he earns his living as a humble roofer rather then performing to millions across the world.
The main conceptual idea of the text is that former East 17 member John Hendy encourages former boyband members who complain about the negative aspects of fame to "get a grip."
Hendy emphasizes that despite not having financial wealth compared to some of his rich friends, he wouldn't trade his experiences in East 17 for anything because he lived his dream of fame. He argues that although there are downsides to fame, the excitement and opportunities associated with being in a popular boyband outweigh the negatives.
Essentially, the article promotes a perspective that celebrates the experience of success in the music industry, regardless of the challenges it may bring.
The main conceptual idea of the text is that former East 17 member John Hendy encourages former boyband members who complain about the negative aspects of fame to "get a grip." Hendy emphasizes that despite not having financial wealth compared to some of his rich friends, he wouldn't trade his experiences in East 17 for anything because he lived his dream of fame. He argues that although there are downsides to fame, the excitement and opportunities associated with being in a popular boyband outweigh the negatives. Essentially, the article promotes a perspective that celebrates the experience of success in the music industry, regardless of the challenges it may bring.
