Mark and Me Podcast Episode 132: Dayo Okeniyi
Apr 16, 2021
Dayo Okeniyi is a Nigerian actor famous for his roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator Genisys. He shares valuable insights on navigating the acting industry, emphasizing resilience and commitment. Dayo reflects on his childhood dreams of stardom, influenced by diverse cinematic experiences. He recounts the thrill of landing his breakout role and the lessons learned from veteran actors. The conversation also touches on exciting upcoming projects and the passion behind podcasting without commercial interruptions.
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Early Film Roots From Both Parents
- Dayo grew up watching Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals and action films with his parents.
- His early film love came from both his mother's musicals and his father's violent gangster movies.
Parental Timeline Then Rapid Breakthrough
- Dayo's parents set a pragmatic timeline: get a degree then try acting.
- He moved to LA and booked The Hunger Games within a year, which he still finds surreal.
Casting Success From A Tape And A Meeting
- Dayo got his manager after meeting her, not by showing a reel.
- He auditioned for The Hunger Games and was cast from a tape despite being inexperienced.
