Harvey Guillén Is Not An Overnight Success
Published on Jul 24, 2026, 2:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:39:06
Published on Jul 24, 2026, 2:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:39:06
You probably know Harvey Guillén from his breakout role as Guillermo in the FX vampire comedy 'What We Do In The Shadows.'
Working on the show was a masterclass in acting for Harvey, but he never lost sight of his childhood dream to perform on stage. That dream came true earlier this year when Harvey made his Broadway debut in the revival of 'The Rocky Horror Show.' He tells Sam about his road to the stage, which included collecting cans as a kid to pay for acting classes. Plus, he shares how his family always keeps him grounded, and his favorite pop culture scripture.
You can see Harvey Guillén in The Rocky Horror Show at Studio 54 in New York City.
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