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Boob Tube, Career, Events · August 7, 2017

Talking Career, Social Media, and Balance with the Cast of Power


Let’s keep it real—Power is the hottest TV show out right now.

It’s so popular that you have to duck and dodge Facebook and Twitter so you won’t accidentally read spoilers.

The story of a “bad guy” trying to go “good” in the griminess of the New York City underground drug trade has us all catching the holy Ghost.

Whether you are part of the urban elite or part of the on-the-come-up crowd, Power is the show that brings us altogether. With a dope storyline that keeps getting more intriguing by the episode, Starz hit the ratings jackpot with this juggernaut.

During #TheATTBridge Power event at AT&T here in St. Louis, I got the opportunity to interview three of the castmembers of Power: Joseph Sikora (Tommy), JR Ramirez (Julio), and Rotimi (Dre). We chatted about the success of the show, how social media plays a part, and how they manage to balance their careers and personal life.

Get the scoop below.

Power Starz Cast

On how Power has changed their lives:

“I can pay my bills now,” Joseph Sikora mused. “There’s some stability. I get to play a character that allows me to share my talent.”

Rotimi added, “The last four years have been such a gift. I get to go to work and do something I love, two things that I love. I am grateful.”

On the gift and the curse that is social media:

“I like to use social media, but I leave my personal life off of it. I want to be able to have a life outside of what people can see,” JR Ramirez shared.

When I asked about how they are using social to tap into Power fans, both JR and Joseph said I should ask Rotimi specifically since he has a video that went viral of him riding a “bicycle” that got a lot of women on social media excited.

Rotimi laughed, “Oh, so you saw that? Yeah. I like to have fun online.”

Our conversation continued about how social can be a wonderful way to connect with fans and viewers but does have its drawbacks.

“I like to use social media because our fans, they are all on it. But there are times when I don’t like it. When I am out with my wife and we are on a date, I don’t take pictures,” Sikora explained. I want to be in the moment with her, that is our time. When I am working I don’t mind. When I am off or on my personal, I like to be private.”

On if they get nervous at table readings thinking they may be the next character to be killed off:

“Yeah,” they all said in unison while Rotimi and Joseph looked at JR, who was recently a casualty.

“I mean, you never know who could go and at what time, but it’s a good show so you hope you can ride the wave,” Joseph mused.

“We kind of knew that (Julio’s demise) was coming. You don’t take it personal, it’s a show. Some of the best actors have been killed off. Me included,” JR laughed.

On balancing career and personal life:

“I’m still working towards that balance,” Joseph aka Tommy said. “I believe in having it. This business makes it kinda tough.”

“I do my best to protect and separate my personal life from the business. I am getting better at balancing them both. That balance, man, yeah, it’s key,” said JR.

Balance to the Power cast means staying tapped in to their families and loved ones, even during filming. For these guys, having their loved ones in their corner is everything, and keeps them on the right path.

Biggest lesson from Power:

JR chimed in first with, “Humble. You gotta keep it humble and remember where you came from so you know where you are going.”

“Hungry,” Rotimi added. “Even after you’ve been on the hottest show on TV, you still got to stay hungry. Just hungry as you were when you didn’t have anything. Hungry so you can achieve what is next.”

After our interview, we took a few photos. Sikora, Ramirez, and Rotimi were all super nice and down to earth.

During the Power event, we had the opportunity to listen to the latest music with 100.3 The Beat on the wheels of steel. We were able to mix and mingle and get our Snapchat on, while also entering to win a a few fabulous prizes from AT&T.

It was a good time, as I was able to spend a little time with some of my Blogger Boos.

 

Getting my #Power on with @Flufflyyours at #TheBridgeATT. Yup! @Power_STARZ pic.twitter.com/YEFFh0Eddi

— Danyelle Little (@TheCubicleChick) August 6, 2017

There was plenty of mixing and mingling as all in attendance awaited to get to see Tommy, Julio, and Dre in person doing a Q&A on the stage.

If we weren’t playing with the gadgets available to us at AT&T, we were busy taking selfies and sharing the event on social.

And it was definitely a vibe when the fellas hit the stage.

A few tidbits:

  • All three of the guys are Team iPhone
  • When it comes to their women, they prefer natural over makeup
  • What apps can they not live without? Spotify, Instagram, and Twitter
  • When it comes to Fresh Prince vs. Martin, they are hardcore Martin fans

Thank you to AT&T for the invite to one of the hottest events in St. Louis this summer! New episodes of Power air Sunday night at 9pm EST/8pm CST on Starz. It’s also available OnDemand. Learn more HERE.


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Comments

  1. Marcie W. says

    August 7, 2017 at 2:02 pm

    Such an awesome interview opportunity! I have more than a few friends who can not get enough of Power and will be sharing this inside info with them for sure.

    Reply
  2. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    August 7, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    That is such an amazing opportunity! I can’t believe you got to interview such an incredible cast.

    Reply
  3. Joely Smith says

    August 7, 2017 at 4:02 pm

    First, and off topic, can I just say that you look FAB! Love your dress! Oh I would have loved to have been there, or even a fly on the wall! St. Louis is one of my all time favorite places and to be able to be there AND be at the interview. Priceless! Thank you for reporting on this – I loved hearing it through you.

    Reply
  4. Claudia Krusch says

    August 7, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    This looks like it was a great event. I have not watched Power yet. I will have to add it to my must watch list for the weekend.

    Reply
  5. Karissa @WithOurBest says

    August 7, 2017 at 9:52 pm

    Looks like a neat event! You sure learned a lot! I love you outfit, you look great!!

    Reply
  6. ricci says

    August 7, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    I have never seen Power before but I have heard amazing things about it!! I need to start watching it!!

    Reply
  7. Tatanisha Worthey says

    August 8, 2017 at 1:07 am

    This sounds like a gripping show! I love when shows put you on the edge of your seat like this one.

    Reply
  8. OurFamilyWorld says

    August 8, 2017 at 1:09 am

    What an exciting event. I haven’t heard of the show, but it sounds interesting.

    Reply
  9. Victoria Heckstall says

    August 8, 2017 at 3:53 am

    I haven’t heard this show before but it sounds fascinating and fabulous! I’m glad that you had an amazing experience.

    Reply
  10. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

    August 8, 2017 at 9:32 am

    I never heard of this show but Ill be on the lookout for it now. I love that you were able to interview such an amazing cast – that’s fabulous! Congratulations.

    Reply
  11. Talin says

    August 8, 2017 at 1:10 pm

    I’ve never heard of this show. I’m putting it on my ‘to-watch’ list, thanks!

    Reply
  12. Dawn McAlexander says

    August 8, 2017 at 10:52 pm

    “I can pay my bills now.” That was definitely my favorite quote. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Lynndee says

    August 9, 2017 at 9:29 am

    What a fabulous event! I hope I get invited to events like that too in the future. Glad you had a great time!

    Reply
  14. Erin F says

    August 9, 2017 at 11:14 am

    Ha! that was funny to read that they are all Martin fans! I also agree with them too, iPhone all the way!!

    Reply
  15. Amber K says

    August 14, 2017 at 2:28 am

    I love how you made them “real” and personable, well how you showed it. It’s intimidating for a lot of people to think of celebs as real people, you do a great job at letting that shine.

    Reply

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You know I like to keep it F-R-E-S-H.🌽 🍅 🥒

I can do that as well as support local Missouri and Illinois family farms with @Dierbergs Homegrown.

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You’ll find everything you want from tomatoes to eggplant to corn to peaches and more grown by family-owned farms located in and around the St. Louis area.

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Dierbergs Rewards app is super easy to use and makes for worry-free shopping. I’m a fan! 

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Class of 2022. 
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