Ashley Walters

Ashley Walters, a British actor and rapper best known for his role in 'Top Boy' and as part of So Solid Crew, shares his journey from childhood struggles to fame. He opens up about his tumultuous relationship with his incarcerated father, the impact of grief, and the lessons learned during his father's last days. Walters discusses battling depression, the challenges of language and identity in the acting world, and how he transformed adversity into motivation. He candidly reflects on finding belonging and navigating the complexities of personal relationships and mental health.

Ashley Walters, an actor, director, and recording artist known for his work in Top Boy, shares his journey of transformation after facing challenges like prison and addiction. He discusses the mindset shifts that helped him take accountability and embrace failure as a stepping stone. Ashley emphasizes the importance of tackling challenges head-on and destigmatizing discussions about addiction. A heartwarming moment with his daughter prompted his decision to stop drinking, highlighting the personal stakes behind his reinvention.

Ashley Walters, known for his role in Top Boy, talks about his upbringing, failure to invent Deliveroo, prison experience, struggles with toxic masculinity, forgetting lines, and the impact of being recognized. The podcast also touches on parenting, negotiation for the Top Boy revival, fear of success, breaking character, a funny misinterpretation, and the experience of being recognized.