Garfield Wilson is a Royal Man of all trades- he’s an actor, entrepreneur, and fitness enthusiast. The Canadian native has been seen in projects like Come to Daddy and The Astronauts. RoyalTee Magazine had the opportunity to speak with Wilson about his acting career, health, fitness, and what makes him a Royal Man.

How did your love of fitness bring you to acting?

My love for acting and singing has been with me since I was 5 years old. Honestly, I would say that I have always been destined to be in the arts in some capacity. In regard to fitness, I’ve always been very active from a young age playing soccer, basketball, hockey, track & field, etc. So, fitness didn’t bring me to acting, I would say I’m an actor who loves to be fit.

As a business owner, what has been the hardest lesson you’ve had to learn? 

The hardest lesson I’ve had to learn would be having a good work/life balance.

How does mental health fit into a healthy lifestyle? 

Personally, if I feel good in my body in terms of fitness and mobility then I know I’m getting the right amount of exercise, rest, and nutrition. Which is a good first step, of many, to improving and maintaining good mental health.

What is your favorite cheat food? 

Cheeseburger and fries from a local restaurant in Kitsilano, Vancouver.

Let’s talk about your new series on Apple TV, ‘Schmigadoon’. Have you ever done a comedy musical before?

I’ve never done anything like this before on film, it was honestly one of the highlights of my career to work on this project with this all-star cast and crew!

What advice would you give to your 22-year-old self? Your 30-year-old self? 

Go down the path of self-discovery, so that you can be in your truth. That path is not always comfortable, but it will be the most rewarding.

What lessons have you taken from the pandemic about yourself and life? 

Nothing is promised. So be present today, hold your loved ones close and enjoy the gifts of this life to its fullest.

What makes you a Royal Man? 

A quote from Maya Angelou, “When you know you are of worth, not asking it but know it. You walk into a room with a particular power.”