Tony Talks: Weaving Humor and Authenticity through Wigs and Laughter

Michael: Many of your sketches revolve around power struggles and comedic confrontations between characters. What attracts you to this style of humor, and how do you keep it fresh and engaging for your audience? 

Tony: I’ve worked several jobs and they have all shown me a variety of conversations between different people. I pay close attention to detail in reactions and responses, whether it’s verbal or non-verbal. I believe I have a wide range regarding my sense of humor and that allows me to gain attention from multiple audiences! The world has always been my best learning nest because life shows you experiences that are real. Everyone likes to see things they can relate to in some fashion; therefore, I take relatable moments and give them a comedic twist! 

Michael: How do you interact with your audience, and how has their feedback influenced your content over time? 

Tony: After posting videos, I try my absolute best to not get stuck in the comments section. Just like I use my platforms to entertain and share personal experiences, others also have that same right. With that being said, there could be hundreds of positive comments, yet the one negative comment will still hurt. I’ve been surrounded by other creators and have seen how those moments affect their creative process and I never want to be in that situation, however, we are all human. I’ve also let what others think affect my process, but I remembered that I do this simply for me and no one else. My best methods of communicating with my audience consist of going live and speaking directly with supporters or sharing small bits of my personal life now and then. 

Michael: You’ve mentioned your desire to play empowering roles and move away from stereotypical portrayals. What steps are you taking to achieve this goal, and do you see yourself transitioning into more traditional acting roles in the future? 

Tony: There are roles for certain people to play at particular times. Some may go for it, while others may simply decline. I have gotten to the point that I am comfortable declining a role that I may not see fit for myself. As you can see, I’m already not a “traditional” type of person, therefore, I would never want to go for something that would just be expected of me. I like to be challenged, so I place myself in situations and rooms that I can grow from. So as for my future roles, just expect the unexpected, as it’s definitely paved the way for where I am now! 

Michael: The definition of Contrast is “to be strikingly different.” What makes you strikingly different? 

Tony: What makes me different isn’t defined by cliches such as the amount of followers I have, the work I’ve done, or any of those factors, but by the simple fact that I am me. Every day I work more and more towards being 100 percent me, unapologetically. It’s just that simple. Just like whoever may be reading this. You are also so strikingly different from me or anyone else. As individuals, we must have the confidence and courage to believe that we are different. Keyword, different. Not competition, but just different.