An extra is usually a person with no lines in a TV show or movie. If a major known actor is an extra in a movie, their non-speaking appearance will then be called a “cameo.” But, not all celebrities started as big names in movies and television shows. Many began their work as an extra.
Can I wear jeans to an audition?
You don’t need to dress like you’re going in for a corporate interview here. Your clothes shouldn’t be a wrinkled mess, but you also shouldn’t be wearing business attire to an audition. A good pair of jeans can go a long way, and it’s worth investing in a pair for auditions alone.