Get to Know Euphoria Newcomer and Talented Singer Dominic Fike

During an interview with Variety, Fike claimed that his character on Euphoria is very reminiscent of how he used to act as a teen. "I don't have to do much acting," Fike told Variety. "He's exactly like me. It's shit I would say and shit I would do." However, a major difference between he and Elliot is that Fike is now sober. He states that his sobriety has put him in a better headspace that allows for more creativity. "I'm in overdrive," he said. "I feel like I can work forever and do anything."

Fike's songwriting and music have helped him deal with his mental health and anxiety. During an interview with Apple Music, Fike explained that he leans into his anxieties to create music. "Those are good for songwriting — there are a lot of songs on [the album] that are made with anxiety," he said. In a separate interview with Kevin Abstract, Fike also talked about how performing was cathartic for him. "I guess I am just always anxious, except for when I get on stage; it disappears right when I'm there," Fike said.

It's hard to miss Fike's unique tattoos on screen. One of his most notable tattoos is a small apple logo underneath his eye. The tattoo is a tribute to his sister, whose name is Apple. Fike told Complex that the logo "serves as a reminder for what he's working for."

During an interview with Variety, Fike mentioned that he was contacted by casting director Jennifer Venditti for the original round of auditions and was asked come in and read for a role. He made it all the way to the final round of auditions before his character was unfortunately removed from the show. A year later, HBO reached out again, and Fike auditioned for his current role of Elliot.