“Behind the Bright Lights: The Hidden Struggles of Child Stars That Could Change Everything You Think About Fame”

As it so happens, the phrase “the show must go on” isn’t just a phrase; it’s actually a real thing in show business. No matter what is happening in an actor’s personal life, filming isn’t going to be halted. When Drew Barrymore was working on E.T., she had to come to set and film while she had a high fever.
In another instance, Mara Wilson had to continue filming Matilda even though she was only ten years old and her mother had just passed away. But, hey, the show must go on.