Omari Hardwick has left us in suspense with his character Ghost on the critically acclaimed Starz series Power. However, the 44-year-old star is much more than just an actor. He is an artist, activist and poet at heart.

Hardwick recently teamed up with Jack Daniel’s Gentleman Jack for Real to Reel to support, celebrate and highlight bold, up-and-coming African American voices in film, with its Real To Reel contest.

The KareCivil.com recently chatted with the actor about the importance of Real to Reel, why season 5 of Power will have fans at the edge of their seats, and the state of being Black in Hollywood, plus much more.

Check out our exclusive Civil TV interview with Omari Hardwick below.