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Paul Walter Hauser expressed interest in pursuing a new brand partnership following his mango-related incident at the Emmy Awards. He has set his sights on collaborating with a company that specializes in dried fruit, which aligns with his recent experience.
Shortly after his significant victory at the Emmy Awards, the “Black Bird” actor was approached at LAX and questioned about consuming dried mangos during his acceptance speech.
Paul sees the logic in securing an endorsement deal involving dried mangos, given the recent turn of events.
For those who may have missed the incident, Paul had a mouthful of mangoes while delivering his acceptance speech for the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie category at the Emmys.
Paul revealed to reporters backstage at the Emmys that the dried mangoes were given to him by his agent as part of an inside joke, and he committed to consuming them on camera.
Although Paul hasn’t seen an immediate increase in acting opportunities following his recent success during award season, he is open to exploring this fun and lucrative avenue for additional earnings. Furthermore, he shared details about his favorite fruits to indulge in.
When asked about his focus on dramatic roles and the competition within the industry, Paul affirmed his readiness to delve into more serious projects despite the presence of formidable contenders in showbiz. His determination is palpable.