We’re gonna need some pizza for this one.
The first time we met in person was at the first rehearsal forRWRB.
Contrary to popular belief, we rarely get to choose our costars, and this project was no exception.
Galitzine: Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty Images; Zakhar Perez: Alberto E. Rodriguez/WireImage
But beyond the professional expectations, we connected on a deeper, more personal level.
Im a Midwest boy now living in Los Angeles, and he was contemplating a move to L.A. full-time.
Thats exactly what we did.
Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez in ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’.Jonathan Prime/Prime Video
It was such a cool shared moment, one Ill never forget.
In London, he became our personal tour guide, often steering clear of our American tourist antics.
Rachel Hilson would always join in, adding her signature touch with some over-the-top interpretive dance moves.
Those moments, filled with laughter and shared antics, made the experience so much richer.
Hes also the kind of scene partner whos incredibly generous even when the camera isnt on him.
Set days can get long 12 to 16 hours sometimes and its easy for the energy to dip.
Working with him made the tough days a lot easier and the good days even better.
Getting to know the real Nicholas, beyond the work and the business, has been incredible.
(Okay, Im done calling him Nicholas, hes Nick or Nicky 2 Takes to me.)
Watching Nick inThe Idea of YouandMary & Georgethis year, I felt like a proud brother.
Seeing it all come true is surreal the wildest dreams realized.
Hes already achieved so much, but its clear this is just the beginning of an extraordinary career.
Hes talented, driven, and endlessly generous with his humor.
Ill be in his corner, rooting him on, knowing the best is still to come.
As told to Gerrad Hall
