Meet Mili June | actor

We had the good fortune of connecting with Mili June and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Mili, what do you attribute your success to?
For me, acting is a way to show the truth about the world and remind people of humanity.
Through storytelling, I aim to spark empathy, raise awareness for important issues. Topics like women’s and children’s rights, as well as understanding struggles like eating disorders, are close to my heart. These are the kinds of stories I want to bring to life, to inspire change and understanding.

For me, this started when I was a kid. I was always fascinated by stories and other people’s lives. As a kid, I had a vivid imagination and spent hours creating characters and inventing stories. I longed to experience more than just my own life—I wanted to know what it felt like to live in a wealthy, noble family a hundred years ago or in a humble home in a country far from my own. I wanted to step into worlds completely different from mine, to understand them, to feel them. I wanted to experience everything.

When I discovered acting, I knew I had found a gateway to fulfill this longing. Acting gave me the chance to live many lives, to experience the emotions and perspectives of people from all walks of life. It allowed me to tell stories that matter, stories that connect us as humans.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I grew up in a small village in Switzerland, surrounded by fields and forests. It was the perfect place for a happy and inspiring childhood. We often played in the woods, creating our own stories and adventures. Sometimes we were poor, sometimes rich, old or young, running away or living in castles. It felt magical, like we could live as many lives as we wanted. When I got older, I discovered theater, and something clicked. I realized how amazing it is to share those stories with an audience, to take people on a journey to other worlds and inspire them.

Very quickly, I knew I wanted to become an actress. But my parents didn’t support this dream. They wanted me to choose a “safe” career with a stable future. So, I decided to study education and become a teacher. Teaching gave me stability and independence, but it also inspired me. Even now, as I study at the Stella Adler Art of Acting Studio in Los Angeles, I continue to teach part-time. Working with children has taught me so much about curiosity, resilience, and the importance of staying true to one’s passions. I love teaching, but still, my dream of acting never went away.

The turning point for me was watching the movie “Love, Rosie” during college. It inspired me and reminded me of my promise to myself as a child: one day, I would be on the big screen and share stories with others. While studying to become a teacher, I applied for theater productions and film projects. This gave me the chance to gain experience on film sets and even at an opera house. I loved it.

While I was still studying education, the movie “Little Women”, written and directed by Greta Gerwig, came out. I saw it in the theater, and it touched me deeply. The story, the characters, the acting, and the way it was told inspired me. Watching that film made me realize with absolute certainty that I have to pursue acting. To this day, “Little Women” remains a huge inspiration for me.

In the summer of 2023, I finally decided to apply to acting schools. To my surprise and joy, I was accepted into the Stella Adler Art of Acting School in Los Angeles with a scholarship.

Now, standing in Los Angeles, studying acting, I can hardly believe how far I’ve come.

The journey of becoming an actor hasn’t been easy. There were times when the path ahead seemed impossible, but I’ve learned that perseverance is key. Even when it feels impossible, keep going. Hard times don’t last forever, and they often lead to the most rewarding moments.

Living in Los Angeles has been transformative. The city is full of creative, determined people who inspire me every day. At the same time, the visible challenges of homelessness and poverty here have deeply moved me. It’s a reminder that we still have so much work to do to make the world kinder and fairer.

One belief that guides me is this:

“The most important thing while growing up is to keep your inner child who believes in magic, miracles, and the best version of yourself.” – Mili June

This quote reminds me to stay connected to the joy, wonder, and imagination I had as a child. Growing up can sometimes make us forget to dream big and believe in ourselves. But keeping that inner child alive helps us stay hopeful, creative, and open to all the amazing possibilities in life. It’s about never losing the part of yourself that believes anything is possible.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
If you’re visiting LA, three spots I can’t recommend enough are Runyon Canyon for the sunset, Sightglass Coffee for brunch, and the Griffith Observatory to gaze at the stars. I’m absolutely obsessed with sunsets here in Cali. There’s something magical about watching it from Runyon. After the sunset you can see the city lights slowly starting to twinkle below. A must for everyone visiting LA.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My shoutout goes to my little sister. She has always believed in me and has been there for me through everything. I love and miss you so much. You inspire me every single day and give me the courage to keep going. Thank you, Belli.

Website: https://www.milijune.com/

Instagram: @mili.june

Image Credits
Jeanne Degraa
Christoph Marti
Maria Zigerlig
Mischa Miller
Mark Flower
and others