Meet Kelton Holman | Actor: Singer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Kelton Holman and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Kelton, why did you pursue a creative career?
I have often said, “Being an actor chose me”. Because I know myself, I can say this. I am not good at a lot of things and I have grown to be perfectly okay with that. However, I am great at being an artist, a Creative, and a Dreamer and I own that with all of my might! I have known practically my whole life I wanted to entertain or be a performing artist. I got so much enjoyment and felt so alive participating in talent shows, school plays, and church plays. I remember growing up watching all three movies of High School Musical and saying to myself, “I want to do that; I can do that.”. Those movies were more than just entertainment for me, it was part of my becoming. It’s something about stepping on a stage or film set that makes me feel so free and at peace.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
My faith and trust in God’s plan for my life keeps me booked and on set. I am unafraid to trust God and still fail- Not because God would fail me, but because he did not promise me that this journey would be easy or all sunshine or that I would even get it right on the first try. I do my part which is, being a good person, being faithful to my lord and savior, being faithful to my assignment, loving others, and simply maintaining my integrity of who I promote my self as. As a Black American Actor and singer, I am not ashamed to express my faithfulness to Christianity and still be free in spirit and heart. That is what set me apart from others. I got here today by simply never shutting out the younger version of me who had a dream to make people laugh and feel good. I fought to maintain that dream until it became a reality. With much help from mentors, directors, and professors, I was able to claim a long future in this industry. It has been really hard but also fun. I remember my very first Stage Play audition. I failed. It was a disaster and I almost was not casted, but when people see potential and your willingness to learn, they will invest in and commit to you. I struggled and still struggle with speech impairments as an actor, but I fight everyday to be one of the World Greatest Actors of ALL times. Everyone has a story, some longer than others, do not be afraid of it. Own it. Acknowledge it. Use it to your advantage. Regardless of what people may say and think, TELL YOUR STORY. Who’s meant to be inspired and transformed by it, will be. Telling my stories do not always project me in the most favorable ways, make me liked, in fact it sometimes causes huge arguments in my family, but IT IS MY STORY, MY EXPERIENCE, AND MY TRUTH. I walk in it and I own it. Who I am today has a lot to do with my stories- the good ones and bad ones.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I love Atlanta- its the land of freedom and youthfulness. My go to spot is always Escobar Lounge. The drinks, food, and service is TOP TIER. Because of my profession and school, I rarely hangout in Atlanta, but any lounge is a go to spot. Some interesting things I would recommend is Cascade Skating Rink, Piedmont Park, Touring the AUC (Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, Morris Brown.), the underground aquarium, Atlanta Botanical Garden, and so much more.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
To a God who has never failed me, Thank you! Thank you for sticking by my side when I felt so alone and not understood. You love me so much and you consistently fight for me. Gosh I love you! You always choose me and I will always choose you. To my ancestors, I thank you for the sacrificial fight you all gave so that I could one day be you all’s wildest dream. I know you all live throughout my spirit every single day I live. Thank you, to my former mentors from The Boys and Girls Club of the Mississippi Delta (2007-2012) for showing me how great I really was. Thank you for never judging me but always encouraging me to embrace being different and animated. To my Theatre Directors at Northwest Mississippi Community College. Sadie Shannon, Alyssa Algee- I cannot thank you two enough, for investing in me, believing in me, casting me, pushing me (Mentally-vocally-creatively) and so much more. To my amazing Immediate family (Both moms, sister, brothers, nephews, nieces, grandfather), its not always easy and simple, but I thank you all for never forcing me to be anything other than who I am. Dad, thank you for creating me and loving me. I am grateful for the love. Thank you, to my entire extended family (Holman, Henderson, Pilate, Prince) for trying to understand and respect my craft and the level of space and boundaries I ambiguously require at times. Thank you for loving me and standing near me in times I need an uplift (whether its money, food, or encouraging word). To my back at home spiritual leaders, Pastor Michael & Paulette Hickmon of Abundant Harvest C.O.G.I.C, thank you for always exemplifying christ like teachings, always willing to contribute to my life, and praying for me. You two have always spoke life into my future and career and treated me like family. To my spiritual leader now, Rev. Dr. Tonya L. Miles., you have shown me a lot as it relates to christ and humanitarian. Thank you for leading while also allowing me to lead while also learning. Because of your teachings, I am more intentional about how i carry out my fruitful duties as a believer. Friends and close friends, thank you for always being down for a rollercoaster ride with me. Thank you for always stepping in as my personal drivers, stylists, mangers, body guards, and more on red carpet days, talent show nights, plays, and anything else I am involved in. To my Panther family at CAU, your teachings and experiences has molded me into a man I am proud to promote and embrace- even on a not so great day. Last but not least, my special

Father, Jerry Prince, who’s no longer here in flesh, I love and miss you sooo much and I’m grateful to have had you in my life for 16 years showing me how to be kind, giving, and how to be there for others. I pray you’re proud of me.  I love every single person included in this (named and unnamed), I appreciate you all and I see you all. Love and Light!

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