up after my 2nd audition for a dream job that not many people get the opportunity to do, and for that I am thankful. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT THAT? Being an entertainer in general is amazing but my specific role I really get to be a big part of kids’ lives. There aren’t many jobs where you can make kids dreams come true every single day. It is extremely gratifying making a huge impact on a kids life in a positive way. I can’t believe they pay me to do that. YOU BECAME A REAL LIFE SUPERHERO AS A COMPETITOR ON THE HIT “AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR.” IT’S KNOWN AS THE MOST CHALLENGING COURSE IN THE WORLD - WHAT DID YOU FIND MOST CHALLENGING ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE? “American Ninja Warrior” is just as much a mental game as it is physical. Not only do you have to be peak physical condition, but you also have to be to perform under pressure with a live audience, 100 other competitors, and all cameras and lights on you. It gets to some people. Luckily, as an entertainer, I am used to that but it still does add the pressure of it all. One little mistake and your year of training is out the window. I would say not knowing how to do an obstacle properly is the most challenging part for me. Technique is everything and again, one little slip up and you’re done.
YOU HAD FLAIR ON THE SHOW AS WELL WITH BLOWING FIRE AND WEARING A BAD ASS COSTUME. Everything you do in life, if you’re gonna do it, you should give it 110%. So if I’m gonna call myself an entertainer, then I better put on a show! Costumes are a huge part of my life so it was only natural to don one for the show. I always try to be unique and BLEEP 57