Julian Horton Gets Real on ‘Beauty in Black,’ Faith, and the Grind to Hollywood Success

Julian Horton is having a moment, but his journey to “Beauty in Black” was anything but overnight. In this episode of Black in the Green Room with Keith L. Underwood, Horton opens up about his path from Division I football to breaking into Hollywood, the reality of the grind, and how faith and resilience kept him going when opportunities were few and far between. Best known for his role as Roy Bellarie in Tyler Perry’s Netflix series “Beauty in Black,” Horton gets real about what it takes to survive in today’s entertainment industry, from driving Uber and working multiple jobs to navigating rejection, self-doubt, and long stretches without auditions. He also shares how his relationship with God shaped his mindset, why he had to unlearn control, and what success truly means to him beyond fame and money. This is more than an interview. It’s a conversation about purpose, perseverance, and honoring the gifts you’ve been given. WATCH NOW and step inside the journey. Follow Julian Horton: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter: @julianhorton12 Follow Black in the Green Room: Instagram & YouTube: @blackinthegreenroom Follow Keith L. Underwood: Instagram: @mrkeithlunderwood Topics Covered: • “Beauty in Black” on Netflix • Tyler Perry and working in his universe • Transition from football to acting • Faith, purpose, and mindset • The reality of the Hollywood grind • Overcoming fear, anxiety, and doubt • Building a lasting career in entertainment