Suit and shirt by Richard James
Shoes by Esquivel

Tony Revolori, an American actor, is best known for his role “Zero” in “The Grand Budapest Hotel” and was nominated for numerous acting awards. He started his career at an early age in a baby food gig, straight afterwards he had a series of small parts in TV shows including “Entourage,” “My Name Is Earl,” and “Shameless.” In 2017, he began to cast as Flash Thompson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe superhero film “Spider-Man: Homecoming” and the following “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (2019) and “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021). His new TV series “Willow” premieres on Disney+. Let’s wait for a new adventurous journey to be revealed.

Acting is in your family. How did their artistic style or career life influence you? Are they influenced by you too?
I am grateful that my family never intentionally influenced me, although they were supportive. Creativity was encouraged, and we grew up watching classic films like “Citizen Kane” and “The Count of Monte Cristo,” which made an enormous impact. Music was also always present and played a big part in finding my artistic voice. I played music all the time as a kid and listening to classic songs with my family always was a treat.

From “The Grand Budapest Hotel” to “The French Dispatch,” you have worked with Wes Anderson many times. How did reuniting for this third film compare to the first time you worked together?
It was wonderful! I am so grateful to continue being asked back and hope I will be asked more in the future as well. “Asteroid City” was an extremely fun time; I was happy to reunite with old friends and just have a blast shooting an incredible film. It’s different always from the first because I feel I’ve settled in more as an actor; I’m more comfortable with myself, and I’m no longer the new kid on that set.

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Suit and shirt by Richard James
Shoes by Esquivel
**Right:**
Vest, trousers and shirt by John Varvatos
Boots by Thursday Boot Company

We know that you read a lot of comic books and describe yourself as a comic nerd. Who is your favorite character in the Marvel Universe, and why? Besides Flash Thompson, who would you want to play the most?
Picking a favorite character in the Marvel Universe is a tough, but if I had to, maybe, Nightcrawler (Kurt Wagner), I’ve always been fascinated with the power of teleportation, and the story of Kurt is so tragic; he is definitely a character I would love to play. Figuring out his empathy story would be an amazing experience.

Since you did so well in “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” people must always recognize you as Zero the lobby boy. How do you deal with the recognition and their impressions?
It’s just something you kinda get used to; life evolves to move with and around it. I am always flattered and every year I see wonderful Halloween costumes of “Zero,” which truly does bring a smile to my face, knowing how beloved he is to some people.

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Jacket and shirt by Wald
Watch by Rolex
**Right:**
Jacket and shirt by Wald
Trousers by Ted Baker
Shoes by Dr. Martens

What is something you want to try but have not yet done?
In my career, working more behind the camera is something I would love to try. Producing, directing, perhaps or maybe even cinematography one day. In life, I want to travel more for fun. I have yet to leave the U.S. for anything that isn’t work related, so that needs to happen. Also, I’d love to take a road trip across America.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced in in your career and how did you deal with it?
There are barriers of entry that are easier for some to pass then others. Being a person of color makes it harder to get lead roles, and some of the roles I really wanted. That has been hard; going out for those jobs and actually having an opportunity to make it. As for how I am dealing with it, I am writing and producing my own projects which gives me some control; it has been an empowering and liberating process.

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Jacket, suit, and shirt by AMI
Boots by Thursday Boot Company
**Right:**
Sweater and shirt by COS

We are so looking forward for Willow to premiere. Tell us about your role and the story.
I play Graydon Hastur, a prince of Galladoorn. He is quite an introvert but a treasure trove of knowledge. Even though he is seemingly the only one wanting to go on this quest, which unfolds through the season, he is the one whom I think learns the most about himself and is able to grow massively past the trauma of his youth with the help of this newfound family.

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CREW CREDITS:
PhotoBook Editor-In-Chief: Alison Hernon
PhotoBook Creative Director: Mike Ruiz + @mikeruiz.one
Photographer: Ben Cope
Talent: Tony Revolori
Fashion Stylist: Evan Simonitsch at The Wall Group
Groomer: Sunnie Brook at Forward Artists
Tearsheets by Daniel López, Associate Art Director, PhotoBook Magazine
Interview by Uno , Contributor, PhotoBook Magazine