From Athlete to Actor: Quincy Chad's Incredible Story | Surrounded By Idiots #061

In this engaging sit-down with actor and producer Quincy Chad, known for his standout roles in "Snowfall," "Power," and "The Get Down," M A E S T R O delves into Quincy's inspiring transition from athlete to actor. Quincy shares the pivotal moments that shaped his path, from his early days in sports to discovering his true passion for theater and acting. He opens up about the sacrifices his parents made, moving from New York to Stanford, Connecticut, and how those experiences broadened his horizons and defined his perspective on life and art. Quincy Chad's story is filled with incredible anecdotes, everything from his competitive spirit driving him to master his craft, to the challenges and triumphs of his career, including his dedication to honing his skills. 👉 Don't miss out on this inspiring story! Hit that subscribe button, give this video a thumbs up, and drop a comment below to let us know your thoughts. Follow Quincy Chad on social media for more updates on his latest projects and insights into his incredible journey! S.B.I Socials: Follow Quincy Chad https://www.instagram.com/quincychad Follow M A E S T R O https://www.instagram.com/MAESTRO/ https://www.instagram.com/sbipodcast https://www.tiktok.com/maestroharrell https://twitter.com/maestroharrell CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 4:12 - The Power of Hot Yoga 6:50 - Growing Up in Brooklyn and Moving to Connecticut 12:48 - Growing up in Connecticut 13:45 - Racism in High School 20:10 - Prom 24:14 - Competing with the People Around You 25:10 - How Your Parents Got You into the Industry 27:55 - Your Dad's Vision for You 30:35 - Repetition Breeds Confidence 32:03 - The Importance of Theater 36:10 - The Value of Art 43:10 - The Chicago Market 44:59 - The Evolution of Auditioning 47:05 - The Importance of Feedback 54:15 - The Importance of Knowing Who You Are 55:55 - Getting the Role of Deon in Snowfall 58:30 - The First Day on Set of Snowfall 1:05:38 - Harnessing Energy for Positivity 1:10:55 - Switching from Sports to Acting 1:20:40 - How Did You Get into Acting 1:22:30 - How Did You Get Your First Agent 1:25:50 - How Did You Get Your First Acting Job 1:29:56 - The Importance of Doing the Work 1:32:00 - The Energy of Doing the Work 1:35:38 - Once Upon a Time 1:36:30 - Why It’s Important to Do Smaller Projects 1:43:52 - Outro 1:45:22 - What’s Next for Quincy