Actor And Union County Native Andrew McCarthy To Discuss Memoir

UNION COUNTY, NJ — Actor and Westfield native Andrew McCarthy is touring the country — virtually — to promote his recently released memoir, Brat.

The actor gained fame starting in the 1980s by appearing in various coming-of-age sagas including "Pretty in Pink," "St. Elmo's Fire," and "Class."

Among various appearances, McCarthy will appear at a May 24 virtual event via a Jewish Community Center in Essex County as part of their "Jewish Authors & Ideas Virtual Series." He also will make appearances in June.

In the book, McCarthy talks about failed auditions, dangerous addictions, and keeping his distance from costars Molly Ringwald and Jon Cryer. Read more about what's revealed here: READ MORE: Westfield Native Andrew McCarthy Says '80s Weren't Always 'Pretty In Pink'

Find out about other upcoming events regarding the book here.

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