Barton Fitzpatrick: From The Chi to Hollywood | Surrounded By Idiots #060

In this electrifying episode, M A E S T R O sits down with the ever-talented Barton Fitzpatrick, the iconic actor known for his riveting roles in "The Chi" and "Power Book IV: Force" to name a few. Dive deep as Barton shares his gripping story of how his sheer determination and hustle has payed off. 🌟 From the West and Southside's of Chicago to the glitz of Hollywood, Barton discusses his journey and dishes on his experiences in the cutthroat world of entertainment. Expect hilarious anecdotes, behind-the-scenes tales, and eye-opening insights into the acting game. 🎬 The conversation takes an intimate turn as Barton talks music, fatherhood, and his ambitious plans for whats next. Get ready for a raw and unfiltered look into the mind of one of Hollywood's rising stars. 🎤 👉 Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive content. Follow us on social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes moments. Dive deeper into Barton's world and explore his latest projects – you won't want to miss it! 👈 S.B.I Socials: Follow Barton Fitzpartrick https://www.instagram.com/act_like_bart Follow M A E S T R O https://www.instagram.com/MAESTRO/ https://www.instagram.com/sbipodcast https://www.tiktok.com/maestroharrell https://twitter.com/maestroharrell CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - Barton Fitzpatrick Interview 4:18 - Booking The Chi Role 12:39 - Passion for Acting 19:00 - Basketball Background 19:55 - How Barton Got Into Acting 22:11 - Shoutout to John Earl Jelks 23:08 - Barts First Agents 25:28 - What’s a Series Regular 27:14 - TV Wealth Insights 29:14 - Jonathan Majors' Impact 30:18 - Producing Your Own Content 34:39 - Filmmaking Levels 40:19 - Transitioning from The Chi 43:17 - Perseverance in Acting 45:14 - Self-Awareness in Acting 52:13 - Experience of Fatherhood 53:31 - Pregnancy Journey 54:30 - C-section Experience 55:50 - Joy of Husband and Father Roles 57:35 - Understanding Your Partner 59:25 - Happy Wife, Happy Life 1:00:25 - Strong Relationship Foundation 1:02:50 - Breastfeeding Benefits 1:05:39 - Being a Good Role Model 1:09:15 - Outro