5 Loaded Questions With Henry Golding

5 Loaded Questions With Henry Golding

- Caitlin Brody

LITTLE-KNOWN FACT:

Henry Golding, 31, basically landed the starring role in Crazy Rich Asians, the big-screen adaptation of Kevin Kwan’s best-selling 2013 novel, because he made an unforgettable impression…on an accountant. The film marks not only Golding’s acting debut but also Hollywood’s first all-Asian cast in 25 years (yes, really). Here’s how the former hairstylist turned TV host won the role of ultra-wealthy Nick Young, and how he’s changing the representation game in the process.

Crazy Rich Asians is one of the most anticipated movies of the year, and it’s your first role…ever. How does that even happen?