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The Payoffs of Perfecting Your Craft with Erik Palladino


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It’s said that it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something. Whether you’re counting your hours or not, continuously striving to perfect your craft is time spent wisely. 


Erik Palladino is a writer, director, and award-winning actor originally from Yonkers, New York. Erik was first cast on the Fox sitcom, Love and Marriage and his career-defining role came a few years later on TV's number one show, ER, in 2000 as Dr. Dave Malucci. During this time, Erik was also featured alongside Matthew McConaughey and Bill Paxton in the number one box office blockbuster U-571. With a love for roles shining a light on military service members, in 2005 he starred as Sgt. Chris “Scream” Silas in Steven Bochco & Chris Gerolmo’s FX series Over There. Recently, Erik starred in the ABC series 666 Park Avenue, and has shone in recurring roles in Suits, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and spent 3 years as Sabatino on NCIS:LA. Throughout his career, no matter the role, Erik has shown real diversity, moving seamlessly from comedy to drama in both film and television and has continuously perfected his craft. 


In this episode, Erik reflects on some of the pivotal moments and lessons throughout his career as an actor in Hollywood. Erik talks about how he learned to sell his castability, the importance of investing time into your craft, how he handles nerves in auditions, a story from his Suits audition, and more. Erik has great advice for young actors that are navigating Hollywood and the inevitable rejection that comes with acting and I hope his insights help you pursue your Hollywood dream! 

 

Tune in to Episode 48 of Hollywood Dream Maker to learn lessons, stories, and advice from award-winning actor, Erik Palladino! 


In This Episode You Will Learn:

  • When Erik first became interested in acting (2:29)
  • The importance of a growth mindset in acting (16:10)
  • How Erik handles nerves (29:53)
  • Erik’s perspective about self tapes (33:17)
  • About Erik’s audition for the TV show Suits (43:20)
  • Erik’s advice for his younger self (49:47)

 

Connect with Erik 

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Let’s Connect: 

  • Manhattan Actor Studio 
  • Website

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