Patrick Schwarzenegger discusses actor inspirations for character

Patrick Schwarzenegger recently shared insights about his character in the third season of The White Lotus. In an interview, he mentioned that he drew inspiration from other well-known actors to create a unique portrayal. He admired Bradley Cooper's role in Wedding Crashers and Christian Bale's performance in American Psycho. Schwarzenegger aimed to bring a mix of humor and suspense to his character, Saxon, making him both intriguing and unsettling. The actor also described how he adapted his walk to fit Saxon's lavish lifestyle. He recalled director Mike White encouraging him to enhance his strut to reflect the character's lavish persona, emphasizing a more confident and over-the-top style. Patrick stars in the season alongside other actors, including Jason Isaacs and Aimee Lou-Wood.