Adrian Holmes: Focus, Criticism, and Keeping Your Light Burning
How do you keep other people’s opinions from deciding your direction?
Nick Ugoalah revisits an earlier conversation with longtime friend and actor Adrian Holmes about handling criticism, committing to your craft, and keeping your light burning.
Originally recorded for Champions Daily following Adrian’s Canadian Screen Award win for 19-2, this archival interview includes a new introduction from Nick for Beyond the Champion.
In this episode:
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Staying focused, disciplined, and consistent
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Evaluating yourself honestly and giving your best effort
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Surrounding yourself with people who support your growth
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Finding strength in faith, family, and purpose
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Showing yourself compassion when you make mistakes
About Adrian Holmes
Adrian Holmes is an award-winning actor known for portraying Philip “Uncle Phil” Banks in Bel-Air. He won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Lead Actor in a Dramatic Series for 19-2. His credits also include Arrow, Elysium, and Skyscraper.
This interview was recorded before his role in Bel-Air.
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