Award-winning actor Hemky Madera, widely recognized for his fan-favorite role as the fiercely loyal Pote Galvez on USA Network’s acclaimed crime drama Queen of the South, is currently starring in two of the most talked about projects, including his role as DEA Agent Jimenez on HBO’s Euphoria, one of television’s most culturally dominant series.
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Madera also reprised his role as Commander Barro of the Imperial Shadow Council in The Mandalorian and Grogu. The appearance expands his presence within the Star Wars universe and places him inside one of the world’s most beloved global franchises.
Madera recently joined Audacy's Romeo International to share his experience working along Zendaya in the finale season of Euphoria.
How did you balance coming onto the Euphoria finale season so that you could meet the other cast members where they were at?
"The writing was so impeccable that it felt like a blueprint. Naturally, I adapted it to my own style. However, working with Sam was an absolute delight. He’s a genius who meticulously revisits every scene, redefines angles, and ensures clarity. You could witness his brilliant mind at work. As we collaborated, I felt like I was building something extraordinary."
"I must express my gratitude to Zendaya for her exceptional hospitality. I’ve mentioned this in various interviews, but she made me feel like a valued member of the cast from the very first day. She exuded an aura of being a seasoned and accomplished actor. Interestingly, we had been in the show 'Homecoming' together, but we had never met before. It’s amusing that my first scene in 'Euphoria' was an interrogation scene. But that’s precisely where the writing shines because we were able to create magic within that scene which elevated the story."
"Being a part of such an iconic show was an incredible experience. As a parent of teenagers, I was initially hesitant to watch the show due to the rumors and the premise of drug and sex culture. However, as a father, my perspective has evolved. I now understand that if something happens to a child, it can have a profound impact on me. With teenagers, drugs, and other challenges, I realized that this would be an opportunity for growth and learning."
Euphoria season 3 is now streaming on HBO.
'Euphoria' season 3 is now streaming on HBO
'Euphoria' season 3 is now streaming on HBO
