He transitioned from sports to the world of entertainment, setting his sights on becoming a successful actor.
His road to fame was a gradual journey.
And then I moved to 10 lines here, 10 lines there.
And then all of a sudden it turned into multiple episodes and then a recurring role.
It’s not like I was taking one step forward, two steps back sort of thing.
It felt like I was steadily going in the right direction."
However, he is more than just the handsome hunk who is often seen on TV.
Here are some facts that only a few people know about his fascinating life story.
For Steve Lund, a certain film made him want to dive into the world of entertainment.
The actor credited his love for the craft to the film about the adventurous archaeologist portrayed by Harrison Ford.
In an interview withToronto Guardian, Lund shared what made him pursue acting.
He said, “Indiana Jones.
He was the sole person responsible for this whole thing.”
His passion towards acting was awakened at a very tender age.
I was a performer."
That’s pretty geeky, right?
So yeah, I’ve always had a soft spot for that genre."
Aside from “Indiana Jones,” he’s also a huge “Star Wars” fan.
He said, “I’m a huge ‘Star Wars’ guy.
Lots of toys.”
While he undeniably has talent, he initially didn’t want to be labeled as an actor.
He said, “I’ve been reluctant to accept that I’m an actor for so long.
I’ve never wanted to be known as an actor.
Lund wanted to stay grounded and remain true to his origins.
And I just want to be like, ‘No, I’m not like that.
I’m different.’
I’ve tried to stick to my roots.
I’m a very patriotic Nova Scotian but I’m displaced and I’m living here.”
He developed a love for the game at an early age.
He was a professional hockey player, joining different teams from 2004 until 2008.
The details are different, but the obstacles remain the same.
The actor concluded that regardless of one’s achievements, there’s always room for growth.
He was once homeless
Steve Lund has encountered challenging times that have tested his resilience and determination.
I was working at a bar.
I’ve never been at a bar for longer than five months.
I’d book a couple of jobs in a row and that would keep me afloat.
I just wanted different experiences, to thrust myself in those positions and see how I would react."
This may often involve learning a new language or adopting an unfamiliar accent.
I think there was a real humility to this character that I appreciated."
He further revealed the hardest part of it all.
Thankfully, they had a guide on set to see to it he was doing it properly.
Despite having some difficulties in learning a new skill on set, he admitted he enjoyed the experience.
