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Lucas Bravo has a relatable dislike.
Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE at the Emily in Paris season 5 world premiere event in Paris on December 15, the 37-year-old actor revealed what he likes and especially dislikes about his daily life.
“I hate small talk. I hate talking about the weather and things like that,” Bravo confessed, adding, “I don’t have time for that.”
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Instead, The Seduction star said she enjoys “going deep” when speaking.
“So what is my Roman Empire? I can’t have deep enough conversations. We talk about unconditional love and boundaries, self-love and patterns, and how to evolve and grow and how,” he shared. “I love having those conversations with people.”
On screen, Bravo plays the role of “Hot Chef” Gabriel on Netflix’s Emily in Paris, a role he admits he was initially turned down.
He previously told PEOPLE that he was not cast in the role because Paramount, the parent company of Emily’s studio in Paris, “didn’t want to take a chance” on him, citing his lack of “background.”
But show creator Darren Star “battled” Bravo’s casting after seeing a fateful chemistry with Lily Collins, who plays the lead character.
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In addition to Emily in Paris and Temptation, the French actor is looking forward to a busy 12 months of 2026, with other projects booked into 2026.
“We have some great, great projects coming up. We’re booked through December of next year,” Bravo said. “So, honestly, I can’t wait to be a part of these projects, because I’m taking on a lot of diverse, crazy, challenging roles. And I’ve been waiting for it for a long time. I’ve been working hard to get here.”
All 10 episodes of Emily in Paris Season 5 premiered on Netflix on December 18th.
