Some of you may know me as "Sonny Kiriakis" from the long-running soap opera "Days of Our Lives." However, being able to dive into this pivotal role in 2011 definitely didn't happen overnight.I drove out to Los Angeles three weeks after graduating high school in 2006 with a couple suitcases and a box of head shots. For the next four years as I held down various jobs, from American Eagle to Outback Steakhouse, I auditioned. I auditioned over 500 times and was told NO 485 times, but those 15 YES's made my career.I got my big break booking national commercial spots including Carl's Jr., McDonald's, Kay Jeweler's, Taco Bell and many more. In late 2010, I starred in the reboot of the CW's "90210". Shortly after, I landed the role of a lifetime on the iconic soap opera "Days of Our Lives". (2011-2020) Being able to tell stories that impact the world in a positive way is such a blessing. I am grateful everyday for the many men and women who have dedicated their lives to keeping this legendary show on the air since 1965.