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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