Dominic Sessa, who stole the spotlight with his breakout role in *The Holdovers*, is now stepping into the shoes of the late chef, writer, and TV legend Anthony Bourdain. The upcoming biopic, titled *Tony*, traces not just Bourdain’s brilliance in the kitchen but also his endless curiosity and the inner battles that made him so real and relatable.
There’s no release date or trailer yet, but Sessa has already called the film one of the most meaningful and fulfilling projects of his career so far.
### Dominic Sessa Calls Playing Anthony Bourdain One of His Best Experiences
In a recent interview, the *Now You See Me: Now You Don’t* star opened up about his experience filming *Tony*, the forthcoming biopic about Anthony Bourdain. While he remained tight-lipped about the release date or trailer, he couldn’t hide how much the project means to him.
“Making the movie was one of the best experiences of my life. I’m so proud of it; it was one of those roles of a lifetime, so I’m really excited to see what comes of it,” Dominic Sessa shared with AP News.
### Bringing Anthony Bourdain’s Story to Life
For those unfamiliar, Anthony Bourdain wasn’t just a typical chef but a storyteller, explorer, and deep thinker who connected with people everywhere through honesty and empathy. Bringing that curiosity and quiet pain to life required real emotional range — something Sessa already demonstrated with his breakout performance as the rebellious student in *The Holdovers*.
The 23-year-old actor also praised his co-stars, saying they completely raised the bar for him. “Amelia Jones, Leo Woodall, and Antonio Banderas — the best actors, they’re amazing, and they made me look hopefully a little bit better,” Sessa stated.
### Anticipation Builds for *Tony*
Not much has been revealed about *Tony* yet, but the biopic is already turning heads due to its delicate subject matter. Anthony Bourdain’s passing in 2018 left a huge impact on people around the world, so any project about his life carries big expectations.
Nevertheless, from the way Dominic Sessa spoke about it, it’s clear the film aims to honor Bourdain’s depth and humanity rather than oversimplify him. Fans and newcomers alike are eagerly awaiting the chance to see this intimate portrayal of one of the most influential figures in culinary history.
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