75 - TJ Wilk - From Manny to Main Roles and Swimsuits to Spotlight...

This conversation is one I could have continued for hours — TJ
Wilk @tjwilkofficial shared so many fascinating stories from his
life that I was completely captivated and rarely felt this
thoroughly entertained.

A born drummer, TJ has already released two music albums
(including on Spotify). In 2023, he entered the Vertical World as
an actor — but his journey there was anything but ordinary. From
international modeling success to starring in a TV show, working
as a “manny,” attending acting school, and so much more, his path
has been incredibly diverse.

Originally, TJ pursued Olympic ambitions in springboard diving
during college. But thanks to Mark Wahlberg, he developed an
interest in modeling and acting — eventually trading his swimsuit
for underwear campaigns, a modeling career, and acting classes.
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At first, acting didn’t come easily. As he shares, memorizing
lines for auditions was a real challenge.

Only after learning new techniques — and realizing that his role
in a long-running TV series no longer fulfilled him — did he
decide in 2023 to fully commit to his acting dream. His very
first audition? A vertical — without even knowing what that
was.

Today, TJ has become a key figure in the vertical scene,
captivating audiences daily with numerous lead roles. Drumming
remains a big part of his life, just like his daily gym routine
to stay “camera ready” at all times.

And what’s the story behind Kermit the Frog?
And why didn’t his Superman flannel pajamas impress a
woman?
All this — and many more fascinating, entertaining stories —
await you in this episode. Enjoy listening!

Some Verticsls with TJ Wilk:

Drowning his Restraint (@loveshots.app)
Love Me Later, Pay Me Now! (@kalostvapp)
My Scar, His Debt to Pay (@playletshort)
Mafia Majesty (@goodshortdrama)
Mafia Daddy Next Door (@kalostvapp)