As a passionate movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share my admiration for “Fear the Walking Dead.” This acclaimed series has a special place in my heart, especially since I was on the brink of giving up acting before I landed the role of ruthless survivor Victor Strand in this gripping spin-off.
You might recognize me from my work as John “Divine G” Whitfield in “Sing Sing,” for which I’m honored to be nominated for an Oscar in 2025. Playing Victor has been a transformative journey, and it’s been an absolute privilege to be part of this show since its debut in 2015, making me the only cast member to appear in all eight seasons. “Fear the Walking Dead” concluded its remarkable run in 2023, leaving fans with unforgettable moments that will echo through the halls of television history.
Initially, I used to look down on theater productions, dismissively saying “No way” when presented with the idea. However, my agent introduced me to a project that was being referred to as “the forerunner of The Walking Dead,” the hugely successful cable series based on Robert Kirkman’s Image comics, which were illustrated by Tony Moore and Charlie Adlard. On the Happy Sad Confused podcast, I shared this anecdote.
Domingo exclaimed, “That’s new to me!” He was reminded. They responded, “You aren’t familiar with The Walking Dead? It’s a massive hit on AMC.” To which he retorted, “I don’t watch television.” So, when she suggested, “I believe you would find this script quite appealing after reading it,” he had a rather dismissive attitude.
Right off the bat, my thoughts were, “Clearly, this individual has no clue about me, as they’re planning to pass along a genre or TV show that holds zero appeal.” To my surprise, the sides she sent over were exceptional. I hadn’t anticipated such quality from television. It was captivating, filled with engaging storylines, and the character was thought-provoking. Instinctively, I prepared a performance for the role and submitted it without a second thought. And then, within just a few days, I received an offer – solely based on my self tape – to join the main cast of Fear the Walking Dead.
In 2015, AMC debuted the show “Fear” as a spin-off of “The Walking Dead”, which was TV’s most popular series among adults aged 18-49 at that time. Initially set in Los Angeles during the early stages of the walker outbreak, the story revolves around a troubled mixed family led by Kim Dickens, Cliff Curtis, Frank Dillane, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Lorenzo James Henrie, and Elizabeth Rodriguez. They cross paths with the mysterious Strand while fleeing Los Angeles.
Throughout the series’ journey, switching locations to Mexico, Texas, and Georgia, and introducing new cast members like Garret Dillahunt, Maggie Grace, Jenna Elfman, and Lennie James from “The Walking Dead” in season 4, Domingo was a constant presence. He even took on the role of the antagonist during season 7, eventually finding redemption in the series’ final season 8.
Domingo shared that the show Fear the Walking Dead transformed his career entirely. Before landing this role, he felt he had accomplished what he set out to do and was considering leaving the entertainment industry altogether. He wasn’t securing parts, work was scarce, and he lacked representation. As he approached his mid-forties, he contemplated finding a more stable job. However, Fear the Walking Dead provided him with a fresh start in Hollywood.
After his appearances in Steven Spielberg’s film “Lincoln” (2012), the Jackie Robinson biographical sports drama “42” (2013) directed by Lee Daniels, and “The Butler” (2013) and “Selma” (2014) directed by Ava DuVernay, Domingo then starred alongside Zendaya in HBO’s “Euphoria” and earned his first Emmy for his role as Ali. Last year, he was also nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin in Netflix’s “Rustin”.
At present, Domingo is providing the voice for Norman Osborn in the animated Marvel series titled “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man”. His future endeavors involve a remake of “Running Man”, directed by Edgar Wright, featuring Glen Powell; a Michael Jackson biopic named “Michael” helmed by Antoine Fuqua; and a sci-fi film called “The Electric State”, led by the Russo brothers and starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt.
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