Leo Woodall on The White Lotus, Dream of Being a PE Teacher & Becoming a Swiftie

Leo talks about “The White Lotus,” almost missing the audition because he never checks his email, coming from a family of actors, wanting to be a PE teacher, his new show “One Day,” watching the Super Bowl, and being a Swiftie.
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[@kassiesconcepts3276]

He deserves an Emmy for his performance. I’ll spend the next 14 days sobbing, thanks

[@katelmason]

Agree!

[@reezabaca]

After all that's said and done, and after this interview...Leo would now become one of the hottest up and coming stars. It's magic that Jimmy Kimmel's staff had foreseen the fortune of this star. Jimmy, you need to call him back into your show after that massive One Day success. I know the people on here will be waiting for that...

[@Symplastmail]

I’m just sad that Ambika Mod wasn’t invited on as well? They were both outstanding but it seems like Leo is the only one receiving the attention.

[@peachykwin]

Literally felt all of the emotions he portrayed in one day

[@karenling2106]

one day

[@izararistondo]

Damn yes what a trip!

[@avmdl]

You did??(

[@violaa6652]

Same here! I’m still watching it

[@USS_BSG75]

Emma : I love you Dex, I really do. I just don't like you anymore.

[@Kaelmir]

One thing about him, he can CRY beautifully! Everytime he cried on one day I was moved , and sobbing .

[@dorzhamilton4518]

Leo Woodall broke my heart into pieces in episode 14

[@antdiogaurdi8250]

His acting was so captivating, wow. That scene where he was seated on the floor with the bottle of wine and in the company of Emma's ghost really had me. Her telling him it will hurt for some time until it gets better. Mannnnn. Lol, I woke up the next day mourning Emma Morley as if she were my own friend. Just sad. Wow

[@nancymu7629]

@@antdiogaurdi8250same feeling, unbearably sad.

[@Thac1403]

Oh, my! It's been 2 days and I just can't get over all that suffering on the last episode. So heartbreaking! His acting was remarkable. The chat his caracter had with Emma in the room while sitting on the floor and all the memories in the end, seriously... if one doesn't cry watching that, they've got no feelings.

[@kristinegreco3513]

This kid is absolutely amazing - unbelievable handsome and his personality is humbling. He is the next greatest movie star and I wish him all the best ❤️

[@stellaadler120]

Leo is so handsome. He has very kind eyes. His acting in ONE DAY was so beautiful and so captivating. I hope Hollyweird doesn't ruin him.

[@derfedab1522]

He was very moving and terrific actor in One Day! Amazing performance really.

[@Symplastmail]

Although I agree, it’s a shame that Ambika doesn’t receive the same recognition. There is a huge element of racism - Jimmy Kimmel didn’t even know Ambika’s name which takes 2 seconds to learn. Just one of many examples where she has been treated so unfairly

[@burnt-croissants]

Loved One Day! Made me sob uncontrollably by the end. Him and Ambika are both super talented!

[@sarahburrell8904]

me too. I feel completely wrung out. It was an incredible story and the acting... wow.

[@andreazhu5928]

Star of tomorrow for me. His acting is just breathtakingly beautiful

[@ukbikespinas6911]

Omg, he had a flawed character in One Day but he portrayed it so that we all can love him like Emma did. Those puppy eyes and unconditional love in his smile.

[@user-nk2ur2yy2b]

How can someone be so charming as him, the acting, the emotions so well portrayed by him in One day❤ he deserves more roles like this

[@reezabaca]

Yeah absolutely agree. He just put everyone on notice, that was a highly complex role not very many can pull off....but he did so effortlessly. As long as he don't turn into Dex 😜 when it comes to drugs and alcohol, he will go places...

[@user-cy7nx7pz3h]

I am manifesting him winning an Emmy or golden globes for his terrific performance!❤

[@june_1158]

It’s been 12 days since the series One Day was released and my heart is still broken for Dexter and Emma!! What a fantastic series and absolutely brilliant performance by Leo and Ambika.

[@theshard187]

I’m crying at 1am.

[@signalfire15]

⁠@@theshard187 I’m crying at 2am.

[@crazychristmas100]

I cried like a baby

[@chubbygirl9971]

This boy can act🥰

[@strangecrayon]

Darn, he killed that role; they both did. They killlllled it I was crying, laughing, then crying again.

[@sofialaa]

he is such a brilliant actor in one day. you can really feel the depth of his emotions. he deserves to win at emmys 👏🏻

[@Zenia1976]

He is a refreshingly natural actor ❤ captivated me in the first 5 minutes of One Day. Amazing raw talent

[@YourGurlIzz]

What a humble soul and gorgeous man. Rooting for you, Leo!!

[@leowoodallPrivate]

Thanks for your love and support

[@demacto13]

Aww he's such a precious sweetheart, his mother and rest of the family must be so proud! Keep shining Leo 👏🏻

[@JanetDowdy-cm9nw]

He is literally my new favorite actor. He is amazing. I too have not cried as hard as I did every time he cried on One Day. Those two together were amazing

[@lolsaXx]

I'm a book lover but preferred this series to the movie. Great actors and great production. I binged it fast.

[@davidnguyen3275]

There’s a movie?

[@lolsaXx]

@@davidnguyen3275 2011 movie with Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess.

[@angelimatias1554]

​@@davidnguyen3275Yes Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgees in 2011.

[@sarcasticsree]

True ! Series is way better !

[@HuyTran0617]

Leo has that laid back attitude. I like that about him. :)

[@Mia-ht8oi]

I hope Leo and Ambika win many awards for One Day. Brilliant performances!

[@woahisit]

Need to see more of our lovely Ambika Mod on this press tour she's so sweet!

[@TheRealMcCoyAndChipsAhoy]

Exactly ! But I fear most people/press just want the hot handsome guy and not the south asian girl. I see support for Ambika but not as much as Leo.. Sadly it's always like that.

[@lyndallboulos9239]

🥰

[@sarahwalsh4385]

Hes a bloody good actor. His emotional scenes were so realistic x

[@cali7xx]

He nailed it on One Day, fantastic series 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻♥️

[@reneedunn9727]

He is such a talented actor. His performance blew me away and of course he’s absolutely gorgeous!

[@MrJamesey92]

I am beyond proud of you Leo!!!! Keep being you!

[@trembling31]

Im in love with leo Woodall in One Day. Hoping for more major roles for this man. He is so handsome.

[@anonamouse.p4115]

I watched the last two episodes of ONE DAY and ALICE & JACK within a short time and appreciate the healing power of those emotions. LEO WOODALL held his own so well, BRAVO young man x!

[@diannechambers1303]

He made the character in One Day so real- I’m still thinking about the storyline 🤗

[@josef21]

Wouldn’t be surprised if he will be nominated to numerous awards! I too felt all his emotions in One Day. He’s amazing in there with Ambika. Hope I see him more in film and TV.

[@ayushisharma8657]

He has the power to look through your soul with so much love and humility!! Just beautiful ❤

[@Satrap246]

Still sobbing from the last episode.. just made me relive my uni days, I had a friend for whom I was head over heels, but he just considered me a friend never expressed it but he knows! I was like Emma.. moved on and just when I’m about to get engaged with my now husband he called back and before he could say something I said that I’m engaged,, till date he doesn’t talk to me but he keeps asking about me to all our common friends!! 15 years now!!

[@themripley]

He's so charming and genuinely an excellent actor, he's going to go far.

[@Maybebella]

Omg he’s sooooooo genuine!! Love him ❤ you have succeeded

[@jadooindestew]

Woodall is absolutely fantastic in One Day.

[@saragarciarodriguez265]

He’s so cute, that accent got me! Loved him in the white lotus, so excited to see him in one day

[@RedDevil_Joe]

The Essex accent he did in that was good too cause that’s any easy one to get wrong!

[@alexandrawallner8814]

I just finished watching "One Day" and Leo Woodall Is so very marvelous in it! What a talented actor!!! The story had me crying at the end. Great series!!!!!!

[@francescalev1366]

Leo Woodall is absolutely gorgeous! A brilliant actor, utterly handsome and such a nice person! Well done on 'One Day' Captivating!

[@charlotted1321]

He's adorable, so chill can't wait to see more from him the best is yet to come

[@lynettemaritz5653]

I loved him on One Day. He is a brilliant actor

[@kaitlin4u]

just finished crying my eyes out watching one day 😂 I always look up interviews after the fact but I almost don’t want to watch them because I don’t want to imagine him as anyone other than Dex 😂

[@WalkingmanPattaya]

Very laid back yet interesting this Leo. Thank you Jimmy. Leo, JK Live writers, crew, and Guillermo

[@riyathapa7749]

Wishing him to win award for this series one day❤️❤️

[@sangitarathi2429]

He's like a proper guest. Answering everything so subtly, in a bubbly way, still not making controversial comments. Also, how handsome😍 Please invite him again!! ❤❤ I am gonna watch this video again😂

[@BucyKalman]

He is British. They excel at being subtle.

[@sarahburrell8904]

Just finished One Day. I am overwhelmed. Incredible.

[@leowoodallPrivate]

Thanks for your love and support

[@linaguzman9381]

I cry😪 all episode 14, I feel his pain so bad, it is a beautiful love history, but I like a happy end.

[@shirintabei3301]

Amazing Leo!!! Congratulations on your success! I'm so touched watching one day by your acting and cried my eyes out!!😭❤❤❤

[@camilla3001]

He’s such a good actor ❤ Love One Day!

[@Rach-631]

he is an amazing actor

[@habsoh3433]

“remarkably devoted nephew” is craaaazy😭

[@appyguy]

He was good in White Lotus.....he is brilliant in "One Day" !!!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Exactly!

[@avatroy1027]

He was amazing in One Day!! ❤ great show I haven’t seen for years!

[@lashendawest7509]

We love leo woodall and jimmy kimmel

[@heymi.9488]

this guy is an amazing actor for the god’s sake😭 i cried and laughed with his acting he’s such a natural

[@shelbycobra3878]

Love this guy

[@mosacholo5579]

That’s where I knew him from! The white lotus ! He has such beautiful eyes.

[@jen0718]

I haven’t found an actor this endearing since Leo DiCaprio. He’s just beautiful 😭

[@iiii498]

He is a very charming man

[@humancombustion13]

would've loved if Jimmy allowed Leo to talk without interrupting him midway through his explanations and thought-process

[@barbaratodd6227]

I cried so much in this series , felt every emotion , they were amazing together ❤ ❤❤❤

[@laurarepetti3449]

This was great hahaha looking forward to watching One Day 😊

[@KnockOnWood-sw3iu]

His role in One Day recalibrated my expectations about men 🎉

[@Mayah862]

Amazing performance absolutely amazing.

[@riyathapa7749]

He done very good job in one day❤️❤️❤️

[@user-ku5jn7vv9j]

Really love that he got recognition he deserves 🎉🎉🎉

[@Kylelongwest]

I saw post of people crying to "one day" I was gonna watch it without crying but at episode 14, I couldn't hold it.

[@randomarmy8541]

He was so good in One Day

[@lynnhettrick7588]

He and Ambika were phenomenal in One Day!

[@imartinez670]

He is such an amazing actor this show was amazing

[@lukethomasdillon3762]

Would love to see him back as Jack for White Lotus season 3. His character was awesome

[@dinareneegonzalez9080]

He is amazing in every single way❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Bob-ol5yd]

What an actor! Sublime!

[@sjhogan2001]

It was great and yes felt all emotions cried a lot 😢

[@CWR2024]

What an outstanding actor 👏🏻 so cute too!!

[@NewMessage]

Just to clear up how the UK views P.E. teachers... here's one of my favorite jokes from the old Red Dwarf show. " I am Holly, the ship's computer, with an IQ of 6000; the same IQ as 6000 PE teachers."

[@karenling2106]

its based on my pe teacher

[@gahippie2017]

One Day was amazing!!

[@Promises_ging]

The first actor that makes me cry, I usually tough and I tried to remind myself that it’s just a show……but Leo is great, it’s like real.

[@d.e.7467]

I got an education degree in Physical Education. I never wanted to teach it but stayed in it because of my minor in Athletic Training. My college classes were anatomy, kinesiology, a few psychology classes, child development, and when we took an activity class (archery, tennis, etc.) we had to learn how to teach it. We also had to learn how to instruct physical skills at which we had no experience. I had instructors who didn't like us to call it P.E. I often think I should have pursued another degree. But I will still defend Physical Education because if given the proper environment, it can be a valuable aspect of a good education for students.

[@daviddeveau5101]

Leo is amazing in One Day. Great show.

[@lauracoffi2106]

So sweet ❤

[@hg82met]

He and Ambika Mod were great in One Day.

[@lyndallboulos9239]

whee is Ambika

[@bradeggers6194]

Every time I see him, I fall in love.

[@vidamartinez5541]

such a great actor

[@mystic_blood]

What a gorgeous and classy man! The way he sits, the posture, the stature...so so attractive

[@MyWatcher23]

Such a great up coming actor and yes what a gorgeous man ❤

[@Catsingingvocalpiano]

Great actor 👏

[@Trina_White]

You make me giggle, Jimmy!❤😂👍

[@leowoodallPrivate]

Thanks for your love and support

[@Hello_Pri]

I hadn’t heard of the book One Day, just discovered the show on Netflix. It was fantastic ❤

[@derfedab1522]

He is so effective as Dexter in this Beautiful Movie!❤ One Day!!!

[@javiruiz8365]

He’s adorable

[@c.a.5604]

he sounded so nervous in this interview...

[@bangbangkoo]

Oh Leo 🥰

[@Cooperpar1]

Such an amazing actor. I also hated Leo in White Lotus as I saw the writing on the wall. But his portrayal of Dexter on One Day totally flipped the script. Pun intended. Looking forward to seeing his next projects. He’s fabulous ❤️

[@AnaGarcia-gb9go]

One day es PRECIOSA, PERFECTA para él!!!

[@user-wv5gv3dw5u]

Should be in the running for James Bond

[@awexortiz6451]

I love leo!

[@siwarbc136]

He's so charming. And a great actor❤❤❤❤

[@PantheraLeoBoston]

Excellent actor

[@grecia31]

He was so good in The White Lotus

[@izabela1952]

Super talented actor! His emotional scenes were incredible. A devastatingly beautiful series. Very different from White Lotus.