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Bello It Guy: Luke Benward

Spencer Boldman

"The name is Benward. Luke Benward." Despite having run around acting like a spy, the young and attractive Luke Benward found his love and passion in film. One of his most recent works, Dumplin- which is coming out in November 2018- was an amazing experience for the talented actor. As Luke states, "It's a very well-rounded cast and a very well directed film." Acting has been a part of his life for a very long time but that isn't his only talent. Being raised with musicians around him, Luke can also sing-- Phantom of the Opera being one of his dream roles. He sings, he acts, he is involved with charities: a real catch, Luke Benward does it all.

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Q: Tell me about one of your favorite roles you have played recently. What made it different from the others?

A: Just finished working on a very dramatic piece. I'm not sure what I can say about it yet, but the script is very dialogue heavy and very intense. It was definitely one of the hardest and most rewarding experiences I've had yet.

Q: DUMPLIN, coming out in November 2018, is one of your most recent projects. How was your experience on set and working with the other actors?

A: Amazing. Danielle is a star and all the young women around her were equally as talented. It's a very well-rounded cast and a very well directed film. Working with Anne Fletcher was a dream.

Q: What role did you play and how did you enjoy it?

A: I play the love interest of the film, Bo. I loved playing this character, just a good ole southern boy.

Q: You have supported “Saving Innocence,” “Thirst Project,” and “the TJ Martell Foundation.” What prompted you to get into charity work?

A: My parents began my involvement with TJ Martell when I was a kid and taught me the importance of being aware and active in the world. Thirst is one I have just recently gotten involved with but love how they are changing the world.

Q: When you were young, what did you dream of becoming?

A: I remember always running around as a secret agent and that sort of thing, but I've been acting for so long, I've just always wanted to do that.

Q: There are a few musicians in your family. Do you sing as well?

A: I do. I sang a bit when I was a kid, but the music business is not for me. I love singing though, Phantom of the opera is one of my dream roles.

Q: If you could have picked to play in any movie, which movie would you have wanted to be in?

A: Star Wars!!

Q: Do you have a hidden talent?

A: I'm dangerously good at monopoly.