From Actor to Food Business Owner Jamie James Teeradon Supapunpinyo His life extends beyond the entertainment industry. On the program "Prime Cast," he revealed an extreme lifestyle: heavy drinking but also intense fitness. He admitted that about 30% of his life is spent drinking but believes he maintains balance. He shared the shocking moment when a migraine check-up uncovered a 2.7 cm brain cyst and reflected on how this unexpected event changed his outlook.
What are you currently working on?
Jamie James: Mainly, we have JMJ LABEL, which I manage myself. There’s a team for content, editing, and marketing. Since our content is food-related, we also have a chef team on the JMJ LABEL side. Then there’s Talay Jai, though I don’t call myself CEO since the company isn’t that big yet. But I oversee many things and try to implement systems. We operate two branches, focusing mainly on food business. Right now, about 90% of the business is food and beverage (F&B).
Why did you decide to enter the food and beverage (F&B) business?
Jamie James: I’m competitive and hate losing. At first, I said on a show, “After I graduate, I’ll host a Chef's Table.” I said it on air, so I had to follow through.
How was your first Chef's Table experience?
Jamie James: The first event was mostly friends attending. When I saw my friends enjoyed the food and were happy, socializing and drinking, it meant a lot. Food is one way to express creativity and artistry, telling a story. But more importantly, it’s the atmosphere during the event. The food must meet a good standard, but the great atmosphere made it amazing for me. After the first Chef's Table, I truly fell in love with cooking.
As an actor, are you serious about acting in series and dramas?
Jamie James: Acting is still my main job and I enjoy it. When I first acted in "Hormones," I didn’t know much. The show is based on natural portrayals reflecting oneself, as it's everyone’s first experience. But by the second and third projects, I started to understand more. For example, in "Bad Genius" and "SOS: Step Wrong, Life Changes," which were filmed back-to-back, I did extensive research. For "Bad Genius," I watched many films like Leonardo DiCaprio’s "The Wolf of Wall Street" and heist movies like "Ocean’s Eleven." I found "Bad Genius" very fun and learned new acting techniques. It was also my first feature film, and acting for film differs from series.
Then for the next project, "SOS: Step Wrong, Life Changes," I practiced skating for a year. During "Bad Genius," I broke my arm and was told to stop skating, or they’d replace me. But I kept training carefully. I broke my arm once while practicing for "SOS." Through that, I truly understood that acting involves becoming another person—changing voice, attitude, and everything. After "SOS," I realized this is the career I love and enjoy.
Jamie James, are you a man who does his own makeup?
Jamie James: I used to see headlines saying that men who wear makeup are gay, but I never cared. Now I wear whatever I want, usually light makeup if I’m going out, aiming for a 'makeup no makeup' look.
Do you consider yourself good at fashion? How do you gain confidence to dress as you want?
Jamie James: You can’t really teach it; it depends on whether you feel confident in what you wear and whether you like it. You see me wearing sneakers and cool jeans—I wouldn’t wear ankle boots because I wouldn’t feel confident in them. Everyone has their own style that makes them feel confident and look good.
As a child, you cared about others’ opinions. How did you overcome that to dress as you like without worrying?
Jamie James: It started because I couldn’t find pants in my size. I was very skinny, so I had to buy women’s pants. Men’s pants start at size 28 inches, which were too loose for me—I wore women’s sizes 24-25 inches. Now I wear men’s size 28. Since I couldn’t wear men’s pants before, I wore women’s clothes and found the fit suited me. Later, when boots became popular, I tried them on and liked how they looked with jeans that bunch at the bottom and heels. I liked my body shape that way—not necessarily taller, but I enjoyed that style.
Do you have any hangover remedies?
Jamie James: To cure hangovers, you have to get rid of them with exercise. I used to lift weights at the gym. My heart rate would spike a bit, but I couldn’t handle running much because my heart rate would go from zone 2 to zone 3, jumping by 10-20 bpm. Weightlifting was okay and enjoyable. I also take supplements before workouts to boost my heart rate. Another remedy I recently tried and really liked is ice baths and sauna sessions. An older friend who parties regularly told me he does sauna daily after drinking to detox. His skin looks very youthful.
Do you drink every day?
Jamie James: I counted, and for three months, I didn’t have a single day without drinking. And I drink heavily—not just a few glasses—I go all out every day, drinking more as soon as I wake up.
Have you noticed any health changes from heavy drinking?
Jamie James: I live a normal life; it’s all about balance. I’m not saying drinking is good, but it’s about managing balance. I do drink a lot, but if I eat well and exercise enough, it balances out. I’m not a health fanatic like others, but I love drinking alcohol—especially the taste. People drink for various reasons: some enjoy cocktail bars and socializing, some drink to party, but I drink because I love the flavor and feeling. I like the smell of cognac, white grapes blended and aged in French oak barrels.
Do you currently have any health problems?
Jamie James: I’ve had allergies since childhood. My whole family has them—two older sisters, me, and a younger brother. My sisters need injections and continuous medication for about two years. I didn’t follow that, so I continue to have allergies, mainly to the environment but less severe than my sisters. My nose also swells easily, which is another issue I’ve had since childhood. Sinus problems come and go but are mild and improve with exercise.
I remember a time around the movie "Homestay" and the project "9x9." That year, I filmed three projects: early year "Homestay," mid-year "Bloods and Ties," and late year "Great Men Academy." During that period, I was rushing back to Bangkok to rehearse concerts, then flying back to Chiang Mai to shoot. It was 4 days filming, 3 days concert rehearsal, then 4 days filming again, which triggered migraines. I went for a migraine check-up and was prescribed usual migraine medication.
At private hospitals, they tend to do thorough checks, including an MRI. I agreed and lay still for 30-40 minutes. Afterwards, the doctor reviewed the X-ray results and said I had a brain cyst about 2.3 by 2.7 cm. I went silent. When I asked if it was serious, the doctor asked me to walk a straight line. He said that if the cyst grew and pressed on the brain, it would affect my balance, but for now, everything was normal.
The doctor explained it was likely a congenital cyst, something many people might have but don’t find out without an MRI. I was just unlucky to be diagnosed during a check-up. The cyst was considered non-dangerous but needed monitoring at 1 and 3 years. It had grown slightly, but not significantly to worry. Brain surgery has a 50/50 chance from what I’ve heard, though I’m not sure.
When I found out about the cyst, I was really shaken. The room was silent. After leaving, my hands trembled. I called my brother, who is a doctor but not a neurologist. I told him about the cyst found during a migraine check. He was silent for five seconds, which felt very uncomfortable. I explained the diagnosis and showed him the MRI CD. He said the main concern was if I had an accident causing a strong head impact, the cyst could rupture, which would be dangerous.
Do you still have it now?
Jamie James: Yes, I call it "Johnny." I monitor it regularly. MRI scans are my least favorite because I recently discovered I have claustrophobia. Some say it’s just lying still, but being enclosed and unable to move is terrifying. At first, I thought it was just panic, but now I understand real panic: I couldn’t breathe, felt like dying, extreme fear. There’s an emergency button in the machine. I pressed it once, but then had to start over. Normally, an MRI takes 30 minutes; it took me an hour.
You manage both the restaurant and exercise. How do you balance your life?
Jamie James: If I didn’t drink alcohol, I’d have a lot more time—30% of my life goes to drinking. I’m not an alcoholic; I just love the atmosphere. I drink only on special occasions, but now it feels like every week is a special occasion. I work during the week and drink, Friday and Saturday nights, I drink, Sunday to celebrate the upcoming week, I drink, birthdays, heartbreaks—there’s always a reason to drink.
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