J.J. Totah and his character, Michael, on the new NBC sitcomChampionshave a lot in common.
He can quote history in theater from like the 40s, so hes insane.
However, I do love musical theater so much.
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We have some stuff in common.
Were both really confident.
The actor admits that he shares his characters buoyant energy.
I like to think of myself as a confidently outgoing person, he says.
I love talking to people and entertaining people.
But one thing he doesnt share with his on-screen alter ego is his fashion sense.
I have never worn a sweater vest a day in my life.
Nor will I ever wear a sweater vest.
Nothing against, just nothing for, he says.
I am more of an athleisure kind of child, and Michaels very preppy.
Hes more of a person.
I do not like to participate, Totah jokes.
I feel like putting on jeans is hard enough for me.
I just dont like the idea of watching people sweat while they watch me sweat.
Championspremieres Thursday, March 8, at 9:30 p.m. on NBC.
