Artist Spotlight: Meet Actor Alessio Scalzotto

Alessio Scalzotto All Photos Credit: Bobby Quillard

Check out TVMusic Network’s Artist Spotlight, actor Alessio Scalzotto. This newcomer is taking Hollywood by storm, first starring as teenage Picasso on Nat Geo’s hit series “Genius: Picasso,” with Antonio Banderas in the adult role. 

Now starring in Netflix’s “Rim of the World,” directed by McG Scalzotto plays Gabriel, one of four misfit campers who work together in order to save the world during an alien invasion.  

TVMusic Network caught up with the young actor for our 1- Minute Q & A Challenge. 

Check out what he had to say below.

TVMusic Network: What do you like to do for fun?

Alessio Scalzotto: I love to make music, play video games with my friends, and go to amusement parks. I basically do what most teenagers love doing. 

TVMusic Network: What is on your Spotify playlist right now? 

Alessio Scalzotto: I like to listen to Frank Ocean, Playboy Carti, Kid Cudi, and Juice Wrld.

TVMusic Network: What is your favorite vacation spot? 

Alessio Scalzotto: Well, I haven’t been there yet but I would love to go to Hawaii. I’ve heard so many great things about it and it looks absolutely beautiful.

TVMusic Network: What would the title of a movie about your life be? 

Alessio Scalzotto: If I could title a movie about my life it would be “Unexpected Uphill”. When I moved to the United States, from Italy, I never thought I would be where I am today. I’ve just had so many opportunities and experiences that I am grateful for. 

TVMusic Network: If you weren’t an actor, what would you be? 

Alessio Scalzotto: I would be a music artist and if I was not doing music I would definitely be a pilot. I actually have my first flight lesson coming up in a few weeks.  

TVMusic Network: What do you never leave the house without? 

Alessio Scalzotto: My wallet because I have my ID and debit card in there.