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36 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 71MOSTMAGAZINEDavid Lim: From Engineering to Hollywood, and BeyondDavid Lim%u2019s journey from a promising electrical engineer to a beloved actor and entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. The California native, known for his portrayal of Victor Tan on CBS%u2019s hit series S.W.A.T., has captured audiences with his dynamic performance and charismatic presence. As the show enters its 8th season, it%u2019s clear that David%u2019s role as a skilled S.W.A.T. officer has contributed not only to the series%u2019 strong fan following but also to its remarkable revival after a cancellation%u2014an enduring testament to the power of passionate viewers.David%u2019s path to Hollywood wasn%u2019t conventional. After earning a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, San Diego, he initially worked as a loan officer, but something was missing. Seeking a change, he left behind his promising career in finance and pursued a new direction in modeling and acting. Signing with Ford Models, he moved to Los Angeles, where his star began to rise. His striking looks and natural charm landed him a string of high-profile commercials for global brands like Gillette, Bud Light, McDonald%u2019s, and Apple, building a reputation as a sought-after face in advertising.It wasn%u2019t long before David%u2019s career took an exciting turn into the world of acting. He secured a pivotal role as Sebastian Chen in the ABC thriller Quantico, a CIA recruit whose character%u2019s journey helped propel David into the spotlight. This breakthrough role set the stage for his most notable television achievement to date: S.W.A.T.On S.W.A.T., David plays Victor Tan, a rising star in the LAPD%u2019s elite Metro S.W.A.T. unit. Tan%u2019s determination, resourcefulness, and street-smart mentality have made him a fan favorite, and his journey from the Hollywood Division to the ranks of Metro S.W.A.T. showcases both the character%u2019s growth and David%u2019s exceptional range as an actor. The show%u2019s remarkable return to air after being canceled twice is a rare and powerful example of how dedicated fanbases can shape the fate of a beloved series.Off-screen, David%u2019s talents extend beyond acting. Together with his wife, Marketa, he co-founded Maya David, a jewelry line that has become a symbol of reinvention and creativity. Their venture into the jewelry business came after a deeply personal loss: a burglary that left them without irreplaceable sentimental possessions. This devastating event became the catalyst for their new endeavor, channeling their grief into artistry.MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 71