Everybody Pulls The Tarp

Cristo Fernández: Getting Outside Your Comfort Zone

February 17, 2022 Andrew Moses / Cristo Fernández
Everybody Pulls The Tarp
Cristo Fernández: Getting Outside Your Comfort Zone
Show Notes

Andrew is joined by actor and Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernández. Cristo plays the beloved character Dani Rojas in the hit TV series Ted Lasso.  In just 18 months, the show has become a global phenomenon and received 20 Emmy nominations.  At age 15, Cristo was playing pro fútbol in Mexico and going to high school at night when he discovered his passion for acting. Since then he’s developed his craft as an actor and filmmaker.  Andrew and Cristo explore Cristo's career, how he landed the role in Ted Lasso, what it’s like working on the hit show, and so much more.  Cristo’s story is a powerful reminder to follow your passions and never be afraid to reinvent yourself. 

Show Highlights:
1:53 - Cristo's passion for acting
2:53 - Learning something new
4:17 - Preparation for acting role
4:58 - Work ethic 
6:44 - Mindset to believe in yourself
7:00 - Creating your own opportunities
7:37 - Getting out of your comfort zone
8:01 - Decision to move to UK
8:48 - Choosing to further study acting craft
11:17 - Getting the role on Ted Lasso
12:50 - Dani Rojas character
14:32 - Ted Lasso cast and crew
15:34 - Positive impact of Ted Lasso
16:55 - First time on Ted Lasso set
17:46 - Overcoming self-doubt
20:06 - Impacting people's lives
22:31 - Role of hard work 
22:53 - Learning from others on set
24:13 - Developing a film company

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