Santa Ed explains how to ho-ho-ho and shake like a bowl full of jelly at public events, on TV, and in commercials.
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"I think I was able to embody the Santa Claus spirit. I was able to give back to people that thing that they most enjoy about Santa Claus -- that caring, loving, big old teddy bear of a guy," Taylor said.Taylor plays Santa for a lot of kids, but he also does parties where it's all adults, like company parties and entertainment industry events."Those are really fun too -- adults all love Santa Claus," Taylor said.
When he's in his more civilian life, he'll answer questions about things like how he got started, how he gets bookings, and the business of Santa. And sometimes they'll even ask about hiring him for an event.For a real bearded Santa, beard care is key. Some Santas need to whiten their beards if they're not the right shade .Some Santas do it themselves, while others get their beards professionally cared for at a salon, Taylor said.
Taylor has figured out over the years the events that he really connects with, and has made those events his priority. That traffic has also led him to confine the area that he'll be a Santa in. He used to do events in Orange County, but found that the commute just wasn't worth it. Instead, he's tried to spend more time being in front of the people.
He also did an event earlier this season for children with autism, with Taylor playing the role of what's known as a"sensitive Santa."
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