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Bello It Guy: Luke Benward
from Bello Mag #176
"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.
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.
Interview by Alexandra Bonnet | Photography ARTHUR GALVAO @artgphoto | Styling ALEXIS BERGENS @alexisbergens | Grooming DANNI KATZ @danniedoesit | Junior Producer ALEXANDRA BONNET @bonnetalex18 | Production MAISON PRIVÉE X BELLO MEDIA GROUP