Renowned actress Halle Berry has shared a revealing insight into her past, disclosing that she once resided in a homeless shelter.

Reflecting on her journey to fame, Berry disclosed that her mother had declined to offer financial assistance during her time at the shelter, a decision for which the actress now expresses gratitude.

Recalling her challenging period in New York City before achieving stardom, the Oscar-winning performer admitted to facing adversity.

Berry, who had transitioned to New York from Chicago at the age of 18 after being encouraged to pursue acting, encountered financial difficulties soon after her relocation.

Initially engaged in modeling activities in Chicago, Berry made the pivotal shift to acting following the encouragement of a teacher.

However, upon her move to New York, financial strains became apparent, leading her to reach out to her mother for aid, only to be met with a refusal.

Expressing her initial distress over her mother’s decision not to provide assistance, Berry cited the subsequent year of estrangement from her mother as a period marked by emotional turmoil.

Despite the hardship, Berry now acknowledges that this experience was ultimately beneficial for her personal growth.

Recounting her mother’s advice to resolve her challenges independently, Berry detailed her subsequent employment as a waitress and bartender as she navigated her way towards a burgeoning acting career.

The actress, hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, attained