While specializing in certain genres in Hollywood can be valuable, saying yes to new opportunities and different types of roles can open incredible doors for your future as an actor. 

Oscar Torre is one of the most successful Cuban-American actors of a generation. Oscar currently stars as Vinny Malone on Tyler Perry's hit series, "THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS." and is best known for his critically acclaimed performances in the dramas "THE BOATMAN",  Lionsgate's "LADRON QUE ROBA A LADRON"; the boxing drama "COUNTERPUNCH" and the political drama, "LIBERTAD.” Oscar is widely recognized for his scene-stealing performance as Officer Vasquez opposite Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Ed Helms in the hit comedy franchise, "THE HANGOVER 3." 

In this episode, Oscar and I have a great conversation about his journey to a thriving and successful career in Hollywood. Oscar talks about when he first got bit by the acting bug, how being Cuban-American has impacted his career and the roles he gets, what it was like acting in Hangover 3, his advice for other actors, and more. Be sure to check out Oscar’s next role in the upcoming Starz, TV series “GASLIT” that stars Julia Roberts and Sean Penn and in Paramount's Star Trek Picard and is one of the leads in the Amazon Original Film that will soon be released, “7TH & UNION”. 

Tune in to Episode 52 of Hollywood Dream Maker to learn how Oscar Torre’s made his Hollywood dream come true!  

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How Oscar became interested in pursuing acting (2:19)
• Oscar’s first job after moving to Hollywood (14:24)
• How being Cuban-American has influenced Oscar’s career (18:03)
• Oscar’s experience acting in the Hangover 3 (45:06)
• Oscar’s advice for his younger self (1:07:15)

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Let’s Connect: 

• Manhattan Actor Studio 
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