Taylor Black

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WHERE ARE YOUR RIGHT NOW AND HAVE YOU ALWAYS LIVED THERE?
I am currently in L.A, and I just moved here from New York City in April!

WHERE WERE YOU BORN AND RAISED?
On the North Fork of Long Island.

WHAT'S THE BEST THING ABOUT YOUR CITY OR HOMETOWN?
I think that the best thing about my hometown is the beautiful nature and deep sense of a supportive, nurturing community. I grew up boating on the water, and enjoying the beauty of the area. The North Fork is home to beautiful wineries and wonderful shops.

WHAT WERE YOUR INFANT ASPIRATIONS?
As a child I dreamed about becoming a professional tennis player.

WHY THESPIAN?
I took acting classes as a kid and completely fell in love with it. I realized it was a wonderful way to express all the complex emotions inside of me.

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND TRAINING?
I trained with Frank Zagarino on the north work as a preteen and then I trained for five years in NYC with Anthony Abeson. I also studied at Columbia University.

HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A ROLE AND HOW DID YOU PREPARE FOR "ADDICTED" SPECIFICALLY?
The type of prep work always varies depending on the particular role. I spend a lot of time memorizing my lines, deliberating over the nuances of what makes a character unique, flushing out their backstory, and considering things like the character's personal style, clothing choices, hair and make up choices, etc... Getting into costume always helps me to fully get into character.

WHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED CINEMATIC GENRE?
I wouldn't say that I have a preferred genre. I'm more interested in what is striking a chord with me emotionally at that moment. I look more at who is directing or acting in a film a film as opposed to which genre it falls into.

WHAT OR WHO HAS HAD THE GREATEST INFLUENCE ON YOU?
I think we're all influenced every day by everything we are surrounded by . I'm influenced by where I grew up, where I went to school, by my husband, my family, my friends, my travels. They all form a collective influence, so it's really challenging to pick just one thing.

HOW DO YOU GET RED CARPET READY AND HOW DOES YOUR AESTHETIC TRANSLATE IN OTHER AREAS OF YOUR LIFE? 
I love to do my own hair and makeup, and get as creative as possible! Makeup and skincare are two passions of mine. I love experimenting with new colors and new makeup looks. I think my personal style is influenced by my travels. I love to buy things while traveling at local shops that remind me of my travels and the rich cultures. My fashion sense is not rigid or fixed. I love to experience and would never want to limit myself to one particular aesthetic. I guess it's the actor inside of me always wanting to experiment and try new things
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HOW DO YOU STAY IN SHAPE?
I try to eat healthy in moderation, take supplements, and keep a consistent workout regimen.

WHAT BEAUTY ROUTINE DO YOU SWEAR BY?
I'm obsessed with all things Korean skincare. I believe in consistent exfoliation and lots of moisturizing!! I wear SPF every shake day, even in the winter!

HOW DO YOU SPEND A DAY OFF?
It depends! I love to play tennis, hike, go horseback riding. I love to travel, go on road trips, cook, etc. Unfortunately, usually my days off are spent running errands, going to the gym and cleaning.

HOW DO YOU UNWIND?
I love to diffuse essential oils, take a long shower or bath, give myself a facial, play music, read :) And additional fashion related questions.