We chat with Giorgio Rossini…
Giorgio Rossini was born and raised in Lumezzane, a small town in northern Italy about an hour and a half from Milan. He is the third and youngest son of a working-class family. Only recently did he ask his parents about his birth and early years, discovering that he had always been self-made from the very beginning. He was not planned, he simply happened, a theme that has continued throughout his life.
At the age of eleven, Rossini decided he wanted to become a priest and entered a private boarding school, where he spent five years following that path without question. The Church played a crucial role in his education and continues to hold an important place in his values and the way he perceives life and the world. At sixteen, he stepped away from that direction and rediscovered his passion for the stage.
The turning point of his artistic journey came during his final year of high school, when he performed in the classical Greek tragedy Oedipus at Colonus. That experience marked the beginning of his pursuit of acting as a profession. In 2020, he moved to Verona to attend university, majoring in foreign languages and literatures, while simultaneously studying acting with local teacher and director Gloriana Fellini. During this time, he co-created an original stage production inspired by Hans Christian Andersen.
University life broadened his worldview and ignited a passion for travel and cultural discovery. Rossini has since visited twenty-five countries and has lived in Spain and the United States in addition to Italy. He spent his final year of university studying abroad in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, with a focus on Spanish literature.
When the COVID pandemic began, Rossini viewed it as an unexpected opportunity. Having been accepted into two acting schools in Los Angeles, he ultimately chose the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He completed his first year remotely from Italy through virtual classes, allowing him to save on living expenses and making it possible to attend his second year in person. He graduated in 2022 at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills.
Following his graduation, Rossini began splitting his time between Italy and Los Angeles, balancing family life with professional opportunities in the U.S. He also worked with three of the most renowned American theme parks, Pacific Park in 2019 through a university exchange program, Universal Studios Hollywood after completing his acting degree, and Disney, first as a cultural representative at EPCOT in Florida in 2024, and later aboard a Disney cruise line in 2025.
Now Giorgio Rossini is focused on returning more fully to stage and screen, making a strong comeback to Los Angeles as an actor and emerging producer, committed to building a lasting and meaningful career in the industry.
We sat down with Giorgio to discuss his path into acting, his creative process, and the values that guide his work on stage and screen…
What first drew you to acting and made you realize it was your chosen path?
All my life I have always looked for a place in the spotlight. As a child, I took part in local singing contests and church representations whenever I could. Any excuse was good enough for me to be onstage and feel its comfort, regardless of the outcome. At that time, I was not interested in training or perfection, I just wanted to be there.
High school is when I finally gave rational thought to those feelings. After performing Oedipus at Colonus in 2015, I asked my teachers for guidance and was directed to acting classes in Verona. That is when I started attending theater regularly, watching plays and musicals with a critical eye, not just as a spectator. That was the moment I knew I had to pursue acting seriously, and I never stopped since.
What makes you unique as an actor?
My uniqueness comes from my international background and my perspective on acting. I speak Italian, Spanish, and English fluently, and I have a working knowledge of French. Because I have lived abroad and spoken English daily, I do not have a strong Italian accent, but I can recreate foreign accents quite easily when needed.
Another defining element is my stunt training in Italy. It changed the way I approach characters, making me see them as constantly alive and in motion. More than learning physical techniques, I learned the importance of action, not only in the body but in intention, decision making, and problem solving, both onstage and in life.
What kind of projects do you usually gravitate toward?
I am drawn to projects that reflect real life rather than imagined futures or idealized worlds. I prefer stories where emotions come before actions, where the protagonist is the character rather than the plot. Psychological dramas interest me more than action driven narratives. I like stories that implode rather than explode, very much in the mood of shows like 13 Reasons Why.
Can you describe your creative process when preparing for a role?
I always start with the character before anything else. Words and actions come later. I need to understand where the character comes from, why they are in that situation, and how they relate to everyone else in the story.
Because of my humanistic background, I need to understand before I act. I study the script deeply, focusing on character arcs, relationships, and the writer’s choice of words. I pay attention to rhythm and subtext, almost turning language into music. That preparation allows me to arrive on set fully grounded and independent, ready to let the environment and my scene partners create movement and evolution.
What kind of filming or rehearsal environment helps you do your best work?
Professionalism and trust are essential. Acting requires vulnerability, so personal issues and hidden agendas must stay outside the set or stage. I need to trust that everyone is doing their job with honesty and respect.
In the past, I have sometimes felt taken advantage of, and those emotions are dangerous to carry into a performance. When everyone gives their best and respects boundaries, it creates a safe space where real work can happen.
How important is training to you?
Training is crucial. I come from theater and years of academic study, so preparation and homework are part of who I am. Improvisation is a valuable skill, but it is not my natural method. I rely on rehearsals, read throughs, and open dialogue with directors, writers, and fellow actors.
Beyond formal training, curiosity is my greatest tool. Traveling, discovering new cultures, and constantly putting myself in unfamiliar situations keep me emotionally available and connected to real life, which is essential for my acting.
Is there a particular moment in your career that you are most proud of?
There are two. On camera, I once booked a national commercial as an extra and ended up being the only person featured in an extreme close up in the final cut. Seeing it air on national television for months was incredibly rewarding.
On stage, during my final play at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, I experienced a moment of total panic where I briefly stepped out of character and forgot my lines. I took a deep breath, trusted my training, and let go. The scene worked perfectly. That moment marked my true conversion into a professional actor.
What have been the biggest pros and cons of pursuing acting?
The biggest cons are financial instability and the sacrifices required to pursue training, especially in the United States. Many people do not understand the risks involved.
But for me, the pros outweigh everything else. I get to live a full life, meet new people constantly, and experience emotions and situations I might never live through otherwise. Acting allows me to express parts of myself that would remain silent in everyday life.
Which filmmakers and films have influenced you most?
Rather than specific individuals, I was shaped by the generation of major films from the 1990s and early 2000s. Movies like Titanic, The Pianist, Forrest Gump, Good Will Hunting, and Schindler’s List. I am inspired by stories rooted in realism, where character arcs drive the narrative. Directors like Spielberg, Nolan, and Cameron represent that balance between story and spectacle for me.
How do your roots and heritage influence your work today?
My Italian background, Christian upbringing, humanistic education, and multilingualism are all part of who I am as an actor. I may not fit the traditional all-American mold, but my experiences allow me to bring depth and nuance to any role.
I am attracted to stories about growth, resilience, and rebirth, characters who overcome adversity rather than dominate through power. That reflects my own journey more than any superhero ever could.
What message would you like to share with your fans?
I come from nothing and built everything on my own. If I could do it, anyone can. It is about choosing discomfort over ease and trusting yourself when no one else does. My motto is “Go big or go home.” Never settle for just enough. Hunger and ambition are powerful fuels when you have nothing to lose but everything to gain.
Looking ahead, what is your dream career scenario?
My dream is to be part of a theatrical company touring with new and classic plays, performing in theaters and schools for all kinds of audiences. Acting is teaching, and I want to pass on a message. Combining that with screen work and producing stories for an international audience would be the perfect balance.
To find out more about Giorgio Rossini you can check out his projects on IMDb and on his Instagram.
