The White Lotus” breakout star Tayme Thapthimthong is already looking ahead to new opportunities. During an exclusive interview with Us Weekly on April 24 at a Jim Thompson event celebrating the show, Tayme revealed that he would “absolutely say yes” if asked to compete on “Dancing With the Stars”.
While Tayme admitted he does not have formal dance training, he said he would embrace the challenge. He shared that dancing is something he enjoys casually and would welcome the opportunity to show a different side of himself outside of acting.
Reportedly, Tayme is excited about the new chapter of his career with “The White Lotus” and is open to exploring ventures such as “Dancing With the Stars” if the opportunity comes.
More Than an Actor: Tayme’s Surprising Talents
Fans have already seen glimpses of Tayme’s hidden talents. During a recent appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show”, Tayme danced down the spirit tunnel hallway, as shown in a clip posted to Instagram. Viewers quickly took notice of his smooth moves.
“That man can act, because I would not have guessed he had all this rhythm and vibe based on White Lotus,” one fan commented. Another wrote, “That man got soul and rhythm!! Love him!” A third supporter added, “The man can dance AND sing!”
Tayme’s singing skills also impressed audiences. During his “Jennifer Hudson Show” interview, Tayme revealed that he previously competed in a singing competition, finishing in second place. His rendition of “No Diggity” by Dr. Dre and Blackstreet has gone viral and he even performed the song for his “White Lotus” co-star Lalisa Manobal.Adding to his multi-faceted background, Tayme also told Jennifer Hudson that he once worked as a real-life security guard in the Thai military before pursuing his career in entertainment.
Who Is Tayme Thapthimthong?
Before landing his first major acting role in “White Lotus”, Tayme primarily worked as a model, appearing in fashion campaigns across Asia for major brands. Born and raised in Thailand, he studied in Bangkok and built a strong following in the entertainment and fashion industries.
Landing his first major acting opportunity in “The White Lotus” marked a turning point for Tayme. He expressed pride in contributing to a globally recognized series and sees it as a meaningful chance to represent his home country and culture.
Beyond acting, Tayme has also showcased his passions for creative arts, music, fashion, and storytelling, envisioning a career that expands across various forms of artistic expression.
He reflected on seizing the moment, saying, “This time, I’m really going to go for the acting. Because this opportunity is probably not going to come around again. And this is amazing.”
