🎬 Youngest in The Yacht Club | Ep. 72 🎙️
Guest: James Williams – Rising Actor & Musician
Host: Vince Serrano

Get ready for an inspiring ride as Vince Serrano sits down with 14-year-old actor and percussionist James Williams, a rising star in film and television who’s already making waves with multiple movie roles and commercial appearances. 🎥🥁🔥

In this exclusive episode, James shares how he stumbled into music and acting, reveals what it’s like filming his first roles, and drops wisdom for anyone chasing their creative dreams. Whether you're an aspiring actor, parent of a young performer, or simply need a dose of motivation—this episode delivers.

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome to Youngest in The Yacht Club
00:34 – Who is James Williams?
01:01 – His love for music & joining band “by accident”
02:03 – Playing percussion in jazz and marching band
03:07 – The healing power of music
03:32 – James' entry into acting (headshots & first break)
04:00 – First auditions and how they built his confidence
05:24 – The process of landing a movie role
06:21 – Getting “the call” & the feeling of success
06:53 – First on-set movie experience
07:39 – Preparing lines and doing commercial work
08:08 – Talking about his movie Wedding State
08:36 – Behind-the-scenes on hit film F+
09:44 – What the role taught him: “Don’t trust your principal!”
10:05 – Walking the red carpet for a premiere
10:34 – Advice for aspiring actors and creatives
11:19 – What’s next? James sets his sights on TV comedy
12:03 – His love for Kevin Hart and Denzel Washington
13:19 – Final message to fans: “Keep being you.”

🎧 Why You Should Watch/Listen:
✅ Hear James’ journey from band class to the big screen
✅ Learn how young actors get their start in Hollywood
✅ Get inspired by someone chasing their dreams at 14
✅ Behind-the-scenes gems from movies, commercials, and red carpets
✅ Real advice for creatives who feel stuck or unsure

🔗 Follow James Williams:
📸 Instagram: @james_williams_junior_actor_9ether

📍 Stream this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you listen!

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