Walton Goggins Opens Up About Life, Fears, and Recent Projects

ALBANY, New York — Walton Goggins, the 53-year-old actor known for his roles in films like “Lincoln” and “Django Unchained,” has shared personal insights about his life and recent projects in a candid interview.

Born in Alabama, Goggins moved to Los Angeles, where he began a car valeting business and pursued acting lessons. He is currently appearing in the Amazon series “Fallout” as both the Ghoul and Cooper Howard. Goggins also showcased his talent in the acclaimed HBO series “The White Lotus,” and his latest movie, “The Uninvited,” is now in theaters.

When asked about his greatest fear, Goggins admitted, “Snakes” and shared that his earliest memory is watching his mother prepare for work when he was four. He fondly recalls thinking she was “the most beautiful woman in the world.” Reflecting on personal challenges, Goggins expressed insecurity about money, saying, “I have this profound insecurity about not having enough to provide for my family.”

Goggins is married for the second time and has a son, Augustus, who he describes as the greatest love of his life. “Love is obsessive, it is glorious, it is everything that we’re put on this Earth to feel,” he said. He described his happiest parenting moments even while lamenting his absences due to work commitments.

On a lighter note, Goggins also shared some embarrassing moments, such as passing gas during a close-up scene. He treasures a collection of sand and dirt from places he has visited as his most valued possession, symbolizing his life’s journey.

Looking to the future, Goggins stated he wants to be remembered “as one of a kind.” As he navigates his career and personal life, his reflections resonate deeply, highlighting the balance of ambition, love, and self-acceptance.