The latest British recruit to Los Angeles-based picture agency Splash News snapped his first showbiz exclusive before he even left London.
Tom McGourty, a former Ross Parry Agency photographer, was queuing outside the US Embassy when he spotted actress Anna Friel in the line behind him. He was waiting to pick up the I-visa, which all journalists now need if they plan to work in the US.
McGourty, camera at the ready, snapped some pictures as they waited outside in the snow.
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“She said she was hoping to get more work in Hollywood and needed a visa, so she was ready and prepared to move for work,” McGourty said.
After successfully obtaining an I-visa, he will soon be heading out to LA to join the Splash team. Also joining him will be photographer Chris Whittle – son of Cavendish Press owner Brian Whittle – who has also landed a job at the British-owned agency.
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