David Krumholtz Clarifies He's Not Retiring, Explains Mental Health Decision Behind Acting Break | Just Jared - Celebrity News and Gossip

David Krumholtz is opening up about his career break, and clarifying what he actually means.

The 48-year-old Oppenheimer actor spoke out after announcing an “indefinite break” from acting earlier in the week.

David Krumholtz Says He Is Not Retiring

“Firstly, I am very well. And I feel very loved,” he began in a lengthy Instagram caption.

“Secondly, I never used the word ‘retiring’ or ‘quitting.’ Instead, I said that I decided to put my career on hold. I don’t expect anyone to understand, but the outpouring of support for my decision has been deeply heartwarming,” he went on to write.

Why David Krumholtz Is Taking an Acting Break

“I am wildly grateful, as more than one of my biggest dreams have come true as a result of being an actor. Grateful to all who support and believe in me. However, a time has come where the weight of those dreams and ambitions has become surprisingly oppressive. That’s a me problem, not a Hollywood as a whole problem,” he wrote.

David Krumholtz Reflects on His Career Disappointments

“There are no rules that guarantee success, but I know this: an amazing career in this business consists of a small handful of triumphs, but not without a mountain of disappointments. I love my mountain of disappointments, I do, but I’m human and my mountain is starting to sting more than it used to,” David said.

David Krumholtz Prioritizes His Mental Health and Family

“Need time to figure that out, let it heal. My mental health is vital to my family. My career has run the gamut. I’m in disbelief. But I find myself at a crossroads between the inherent self involvement being a professional actor requires, and a burning desire to give more of myself to others in need, in whatever way I can. And so, for the time being, I’m pursuing that goal. There’s still more work to come. Stuff to be seen. And as always, I really hope you enjoy what I’ve put out there. Just,… gimme a sec.”

Find out more about what he initially said.

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