Hugh Benjamin brushed against director George Sidney and his wife while working at the Cheesecake Factory in Beverly Hills, Ca. George recommended advice to Hugh as an actor and even offered to leave out Hollywood Reporters at his home for Hugh to pick up and read.
George Sidney recommended the book “What Makes Sammy Run” by Budd Schulberg. He also explained how important it was for him to be educated on the industry of Hollywood and what is going on. He explained to Hugh that knowing who is who and knowing who is doing what really makes a difference in getting work.
