Country music singer Riley Green has surprised many fans by revealing that he had to try out for his part on the hit CBS show Marshals, just like any other actor. Green plays Garrett, a former Navy SEAL who is also known as Double G, and he is a close friend of Kayce Dutton, played by Luke Grimes. Many people assumed that Green got the role easily because he is a famous singer and a real-life friend of Grimes. However, the singer recently shared that the process was not a simple favor and that he wanted to prove himself. He explained that even though the part seemed perfect for him, he still had to travel to Utah and read lines for the casting team. This news has changed how fans view his performance because it shows his commitment to acting, and it has also earned him a lot of respect in the entertainment world.
Did Riley Green Really Have To Try Out For The Show?
The short answer is yes, Riley Green did go through a formal audition process for the role of Double G in Marshals. His friend Luke Grimes helped him get a meeting, but he did not simply hand over the part. Green told interviewers that he flew to Utah, where the show is filmed, to read for the character. He admitted that he was very nervous because he had no experience with scripted television. He also mentioned that he was glad the producers asked him to audition because it gave him confidence. When they told him he was good enough for the job, he knew he had earned it. He did not want anyone to think he was just given the role because of his music fame.
“I’m the new guy here. Certainly, because I’ve had a music career doesn’t mean that I’m any good at acting. So, I was glad that I got to go read, because it gave me a little confidence that they said, ‘OK, you’re good enough to do it,’ because I had no clue if I was going to be any good.”
How Luke Grimes Helped Without Giving Away The Part
Luke Grimes played a big role in getting Riley Green into the room, but he made sure Green had to work for the spot. The two musicians are friends and often write songs together in Nashville. During one of their writing sessions, Green mentioned that he was interested in trying acting. Without telling Green right away, Grimes was working on Marshals and had a character in mind for him. When the time came, Grimes invited Green to come to the set. In a surprising move, Grimes himself read the lines with Green during the audition. Usually, the lead actor of a hit show does not spend time reading with someone trying out for a small role. This kindness helped Green feel more comfortable and allowed him to show his true ability.
“It’s probably not often that the lead actor of the show reads with one of the guys trying out for some small role, but that was helpful to me,” said Green. “I was so lucky that my intro into acting was something I got to do with somebody who—not only am I great friends with—but who is so talented.”
Riley Green Wanted To Earn His Spot On The Cast
Many celebrities in Hollywood get roles written just for them without trying out. For example, singers Jelly Roll and Kane Brown were offered their parts on Fire Country directly. But Riley Green did not want that easy path. He told interviewers that he would not feel right if he got a part just because of his singing career. He wanted to know that he could actually act. By auditioning, he proved to himself and to the show’s creators that he was the right man to play Garrett. He joked that he knows he skipped many steps by landing this role as his first acting job, but he is thankful for the opportunity to try.
“I wouldn’t want to be given a part because of something I’ve done in music. I want to somewhat earn it if I can. I think I skipped a lot of steps by getting a part like this as my first gig, but I’m very thankful that I was given that opportunity.”
Preparing To Play A Serious Navy SEAL Character
Playing Garrett, or Double G, was not easy because the character is a veteran dealing with serious trauma and PTSD. Riley Green admitted that he has no personal experience with military life or the pain that soldiers go through. To make sure he played the part correctly, he asked for help from real Navy SEALs who were working on the set. These men told him true stories about their friends and the hard things they have seen. This helped Green understand the weight of the character. He wanted to be respectful to real veterans by showing their struggles honestly. He also worked closely with Logan Marshall-Green, who plays Cal, to build the tension and history between their two characters.
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Fans React To The Country Singer’s Performance
The episode where Riley Green first appears has become one of the most watched and best-reviewed episodes of Marshals so far. The show is already a massive hit, with over 26.5 million viewers watching across CBS and streaming platforms. Fans of the Yellowstone universe have welcomed Double G because he fills a missing spot in Kayce Dutton’s life as a brother figure. Viewers have praised Green for his natural acting style. Many fans did not even realize it was his first time on a scripted show. His performance of his own song My Way during the episode also felt very real and fit perfectly with the story. This positive feedback proves that the audition process worked and that he was the right choice for the job.
During an interview, Green also shared that watching Tim McGraw in the Yellowstone prequel 1883 was what made him want to act. Seeing another country singer make the jump to drama gave him the courage to try. He hopes to do more acting in the future, but he insists that he will always follow the rules and try out for roles the right way. Marshals continues to air on Sunday nights, and fans are excited to see if Double G will return for more missions with the team.
