The star, who plays Jesus Christ in the historical drama based on the New Testament of the Bible, told TheWrap that booking “The Chosen” saved his life. About six years ago, the actor said that he was at his lowest point and knew that something had to change. It was then that he committed his life to his faith, and the wheels started to spin again.
“I was broke, I was out of food, I was desperate and I had no options. All I could do was surrender my circumstances, my career, my life, my finances, everything over to God,” the actor told TheWrap. “Three months later, I booked ‘The Chosen.’ My life’s never been the same since, and so I give all credit to God’s impact in my life.”
Roumie had guest starred on episodes of “The Mindy Project,” “Parenthood” and “Law & Order” and worked consistently as a voiceover actor, but it was not until booking “The Chosen” that he said he could make a living solely from acting.
Since he began working on “The Chosen” in 2017, Roumie has been open about his own faith. The 49-year-old is a devout Catholic and has not shied away from showcasing his beliefs in professional settings. Roumie even released a four-part docuseries, “Jonathan and Jesus,” in January, in which he unpacks balancing fame with faith when portraying his own “savior.”
Now, “The Chosen” Season 4 is rolling out weekly on The CW after premiering in full on “The Chosen” app earlier this summer.
