Taylor Gray Dreams of Playing Polo
Sure. Taylor Gray feels happiest while wading the waders alongside salty star fish and octopi. But in a recent interview with Fanlala, the Bucket and Skinner star admitted that he's got dreams to conquer a new sport...on land! Hey, surf dudes can wish for more than just catching the perfect wave (although, that would sounds pretty righteous, too). See what Taylor spilled about taking on new hobbies, hanging on set, what he hearts about Bucket, and more.
Fanlala: "What do you like most about your character Bucket on the show?"
Taylor: "His hair! (laughs) But seriously, he's a funny guy. He doesn't judge anyone. Skinner is crazy, but he doesn't judge because he's Skinner's best friend."
Fanlala: "It must feel great being a part of the Nickelodeon family. Do you have any favorite Nick shows new or old?"
Taylor: "Without a doubt I loved Drake and Josh. I'm pretty sure I've watched every episode they've ever had. And as far as animation goes, because Nick has an awesome animation history, I loved Rocket Power. That show itself influenced a lot of the things I did when I was younger."
Fanlala: "Bucket, Skinner, and Kelly are all great surfers. If you could become instantly good at any sport, which would you pick, and why?"
Taylor: "Hmm... something cool for sure. Polo! It'd be hitting two birds with one stone. On one end, I'd be learning to ride a horse, which I don't know how to do very well, and I'd also be learning something like croquet. I'd also be learning polo, so it's like hitting three birds I guess! Gotta be a good shot for that!"
Fanlala: "Did you start to surf before Bucket and Skinner, or did the show get you interested in the sport?"
Taylor: "I did, which is funny. I grew up in California my whole life. I've always lived fifteen minutes from the beach, so I've been surfing since I was little. We also went camping every summer for a week in San Diego, and I went surfing with my friends all while I was growing up. It's always been a lot of fun."
Fanlala: "Bucket and Aloe are rivals on the show. What is your relationship with Glenn when on set?"
Taylor: "Oh, it's fantastic. We basically live in each others' dressing rooms unless we're filming separate scenes. We love hanging out, playing different instruments in our rooms. The whole cast loves playing piano or guitar. In fact, Glenn and I are going to be surfing sometime next week in Huntington Beach. We get along really well!"
Aloe and Bucket are friends in real life? Who knew?! Well, these guys do have major acting chops. But we've got one suggestion for the boys...instead of jamming out on guitars or hitting Huntington Beach, why not hop on horseback and give polo a go? You gotta learn sometime!