On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Omar J. Dorsey from the HBO Max show “Bookie”, where he co-stars alongside Sebastian Maniscalco! Omar shares his experiences working on well-known projects like “Queen Sugar” and “Django Unchained.” We also discuss Omar's upbringing in Atlanta, his early passion for acting, his family's creative influence and his views on balancing an acting career with family life.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
03:23 Balancing Family and Career
05:30 Omar's Acting Journey
15:16 Comedy Inspirations and Influences
19:15 Growing Up in a Creative Household
20:46 Atlanta's Impact on Omar's Career
25:11 The Shift to Atlanta's Film Industry
25:39 Film vs. TV: Preferences and Experiences
27:03 Landing the Role in “Bookie”
30:01 Working with Hollywood's Best
32:57 Current Projects and Future Plans
36:33 The Seven Questions
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