In season three of The White Lotus, Gaitok (Tayme Thapthimthong) relies on his morals to guide him in his job working security at a premiere resort in Thailand, which doesn’t always serve him well when getting ahead doesn’t often come as a result of honesty. He’s also distracted by his attraction to fellow employee Mook (Lalisa Manobal), who is encouraging of his ambition but also knows what kind of man she wants.
Awards Buzz spoke with Thapthimthong about how this role came to him and how his experience working security in real life helped him play it. Watch the video above to hear about the films he likes to watch and what he hopes is next for his career.
Season three of The White Lotus is streaming on Max.
