Answers with David Bloom

Answer 1

At only 14 years old you're already starting to make quite the name for yourself. When did you know you wanted to be an actor? Was there an aha moment you remember saying, "this is what I want to do when I grow up"?

At seven years old I was cast in a play at school. I loved it and knew I wanted to continue acting.

Answer 2

Does acting come naturally to you, or do you take any classes or go to school to perfect your talent?

I am always learning about my craft and take classes whenever I can.

Answer 3

July 31st we can get excited to see you in Netflix's new series "Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp." How did you land the role of Kevin in the series? What was the audition process like?

The casting director put me on tape for David Wain the director. The next morning, I got the news that I got the part. It was especially exciting because I had worked with David on a pilot in 2013.

Answer 4

"Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp" is a revamp of the 80s cult classic "Wet Hot American Summer." Due to some of the adult subject matter shown throughout "Wet Hot American Summer," were you allowed to watch the movie in its entirety before filming the prequel?

Yes. I enjoyed it very much!

Answer 5

"Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp" takes place at Camp Firewood, a summer camp where all sorts of tomfoolery and hilarious misadventures happen. What's your favorite scene or episode from the series?

My favorite scene was, after being bullied by other campers I stormed out of the bunk and caused "Coop" Michael Showalter to chase after me until we were both worn out.

Answer 6

"Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp" stars all the usual suspects from the original, including Amy Poehler, Elizabeth Banks, Bradley Cooper, Ken Marino, Janeane Garofalo, Molly Shannon, and Paul Rudd. How did it feel to work alongside such an all-star cast?

I felt honored and humbled at the same time.

Answer 7

Fill in the blanks: If you like _________ and _________, you should watch "Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp" when it comes out on Netflix July 31st.

If you like to laugh and be silly!

Answer 8

You also star in the Amazon series "Gortimer Gibbon's Life on Normal Street." Why is the series a must-see for television viewers everywhere?

"Gortimer Gibbon's Life on Normal Street" mixes comedy, drama, fantasy and friendship in very unique way.

How would you describe your character Stanley Zielinski?

Stanley is a guy who marches to the beat of his own drummer.

Will we be seeing season 2 anytime soon and will you be coming back for it?

I believe Season 2 will air in October and yes, I will be appearing in it.

Answer 9

How do you manage to balance school and your budding acting career?

I am lucky to go to a great school and have terrific teachers who are very supportive of my career. The key is good communication between those teachers and my set teachers. It's not always an easy task but together we get it done.

Answer 10

How did you break into the entertainment scene? What was your first gig?

My first job was a small part on CSI NY in 2012.