GRIMES MAGAZINE Q&A -JULY 2025

     INSTAGRAM @  jayhuguleyofficial    

  Tell me about your work? 

The biggest surprise to me in my job, after all these years, is how much I love it. I never thought after 35 years of acting I would feel this challenged and this on fire for the work. I’m finding that to be pretty rare so I feel very lucky. 

What motivates you to work hard? 

It’s pretty simple- A great director. A great part. 

Who inspires you? 

It changes all the time. Painters inspire me a lot. I recently saw a Cy Twombly show in L.A. that I can’t stop thinking about. There’s a retrospective of Diane Arbus’s work at David Zwirner Gallery that is unbelievable. 

How would your friends describe you?

I have absolutely no idea. I’d like to think it would be a good review but I have no idea. 

What are your hobbies? 

Right now, when I’m not working I’m reading or looking at art or watching a Scandinavian murder/thriller series or helping an 18 yr old rescue schnauzer up and down off the couch.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

I would be on a deserted beach in the Bahamas with a rum drink and the new Jonathan Franzen novel. 

What’s your favorite food? Spaghetti with olive oil, garlic, parsley and crushed red pepper.

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee?

Daniel Day-Lewis.

INSTAGRAM @  sawyerspielberg      

  Tell me about your work?

I’m an actor. It’s been the most consistent passion in my life ever since I could remember and I feel very blessed to do what I love for a living. There’s nothing that gets me more turned on then diving head first into a good role, good script and with good people. 

What motivates you to work hard?

I think there’s a big difference in working hard and working persistently. I had a drama coach once tell me success is doing it even on the days you don’t want too. Every role I’ve played has taught me something new about the craft and myself so I get hungry to take what I’ve found and apply it to the next role. I’m always curious to see how far down the rabbit hole I can go. 

Who inspires you?

The inspiring people in my life are the ones who spend more time being there for others rather then ranting on about themselves. The actors who have inspired me the most are the ones who say on set how can we knock this scene out of the park. The actors who don’t inspire me are the ones on set who say how can I knock this scene out of the park. The operative word here is WE. It takes a village to make a film so the heart of the team spirit is vital for success. 

How would your friends describe you?

I’ve been told I’ve got a good sense of humor. Which is nice because it’s dry and mischievous. I’m definitely not out there trying to please everyone. Friends have told me they like that I’m out there just doing me. 

What are your hobbies?

I’m an aviation nut. I’m currently training for my pilots license. I love to surf and travel. I’m a sucker for a good cup of coffee. If my first cup of the day is shite it’s no good for anyone. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

I’d spend the entire day in the ocean. The ocean is a place that brings me the most clarity. Once you make that connection to the sea you spend the rest of your life searching for it. 

What’s your favorite food?

Argentinas Food is fantastic and meat heavy which is what I love the most. When Im in California I go for Mexican food because it’s so good on the west coast. NYC have mastered the Margaritas but havnt quite figured out how to cook Mexican food the way Californians have. 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee?

If I could go back in time and sit down with Paul Newman. Not only was he a great actor but also a humanitarian and has done a lot of good with his foundation. I’d like to hear his story of his early days in nyc pursuing acting. I like that he got involved in race car driving too. I feel like who you are off set says so much about what you bring to the set and to the camera. I moved to nyc at 18 to study acting because I read somewhere Newman did the same. 

INSTAGRAM @  nekoferro   

  Tell me about your work?

I'm a SAG-AFTRA actor with a focus on TV and Film. I mostly play villains and tend to lean into comedic villains. I recently got to act with Harvey Guillén from "What We Do in The Shadows" and Christian Navarro from "13 Reasons Why" in "The Set Up" which was a dream come true. Also got to be in a movie "Jesus Land" with Juliette Lewis. I train regularly in stunt work and on camera combat which is a very fun way to get a weekly workout in. 

What motivates you to work hard?

A deep love of acting and an understanding of the deeply competitive nature of acting. In order to book a role I need to be the best person for the role despite there being hundreds of other talented actors vying for the role. I try to focus not on out-acting my competition but being the most creative. I want a casting director to say 'wow, I've never seen that before for this role.' So I have to stay very sharp and very creative. I want to be the only person out of hundreds of other actors auditioning for a role to make choices I do, to interpret the script the way I did. So beyond a love of acting it's a respect for the art of writing. A good script has so many layers to unpack. It's challenging but enormously rewarding when you do book a role after taking time to really analyze a script and deliver your version of the character. 

Who inspires you?

Emma Stone in particular. I feel she's enormously talented and brings so many layers to her characters. She works very hard and it shows. 

How would your friends describe you?

Obsessive and a bit unstable lol. But also honest to a fault. I'm never shy to give my opinions on things. 

What are your hobbies?

Besides acting I dance, draw, paint, and love gaming on my PS5 pro and my Quest 3 in VR. Traveling and foodie adventures. Craft beer. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Be acting on a movie set. 

What’s your favorite food?

Probably steak. I highly recommend the Uruguayan restaurant Tabarre in NYC for steak. 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee?

Todd Stashwick or Emma Stone or Doug Jones. Why not all three?

INSTAGRAM @  echi_h2 

Tell me about your work.

I'm currently working as a model, influencer, and creative partner for various platforms based in South Korea. My work allows me to express myself, collaborate with different brands, and connect with a wide audience through fashion, lifestyle, and culture.

What motivates you to work hard?

My two adorable dogs and one sweet cat are my biggest motivation. They fill my life with love and energy, and thinking about giving them the best life inspires me to work even harder every day.

Who inspires you?

I find a lot of inspiration through music. While working, I often listen to artists like SZA, Doja Cat, and The Weeknd. Their unique sounds and emotional depth help fuel my creativity and focus.

How would your friends describe you?

My friends would probably say I’m the “do whatever she wants” type of person—in a good way! (laughs) I’m not afraid to take risks and always eager to try something new. I truly believe that fearlessness has brought me to where I am today. If there’s anything I can’t do, the reason is probably… money? (laughs)

What are your hobbies?

Surprisingly, I don't really have a hobby these days. I used to enjoy playing instruments, painting, and working out, but now... if I had to name one, I’d say eating watermelon! (laughs) I love it so much I can finish a 9kg watermelon in just three days.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

This might sound strange, but if I could truly do anything for a day, I would choose to die without pain. Just like many people have a fear of death, I personally fear painful death. So if I could do absolutely anything, I’d want a peaceful ending—no pain, no fear.

What’s your favorite food?

I don’t know if everyone is familiar with this, but I absolutely love Korean-style steamed eggs. The rich flavor and soft, pudding-like texture drive me crazy. It's simple comfort food, but nothing beats it.

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee?

I’d love to have coffee with Matty Healy, the lead vocalist of The 1975. I’ve been a fan since I was in middle school. The way the band tackles social issues through such stylish and emotional music is something I really admire. If he ever sang “Love It If We Made It” right in front of me, I think I’d faint on the spot.

INSTAGRAM @  Lucas_Loyola 

Tell me about your work?

I have been working as an International Model for about 10 years, a lot of bad and funny stories, I started in Brazil where I'm from. I work with many companies, designers, fashion shows, and photographers. 

What motivates you to work hard? 

My family is my motivation, my wife, and kids. 

Who inspires you? 

My dad was away on my side no matter what. 

How would your friends describe you? 

Someone you can trust. 

What are your hobbies? 

Volleyball, table tennis, travel. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be? 

Explore the unknown on this earth. 

What’s your favorite food? 

Sushi is one of my favorite food. 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee? 

Jason Mamoa, because my wife talks so much about him, that I can go for a coffee with him. 

INSTAGRAM @ miloona8 

  Tell me about your work? 

I am working like a freelance model in South Korea. I really like my job because you always can meet really amazing person 

What motivates you to work hard? 

I was a dentist when I was in Russian but I really grateful I could find a job like mine nowI just enjoy to be a model

Who inspires you? 

I think my inspiration will always be my mom She is the best woman I’ve ever met 

How would your friends describe you? 

I asked my friends sooo… kind and shining person maybe little crazy one

What are your hobbies? 

Oh I really like cook since been I was a child , now I like figure skating I really try my best, but its not really easy 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

If I have days off I like to spend time with my family and my dog best healing time for me

What’s your favorite food? 

I like tomato pasta!!! Now because Im living in Korea I will choose kimpab

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee? 

Yuzuru Hanyu! Since I've been getting into figure skating lately, I think I could get some advice from him

INSTAGRAM @  sergio_hogosha  

 Tell me about your job?

My work is divided into two very important parts, on the one hand there is the ritual part and on the other the rebellion, I always look for my art to be an experience thatreaches catharsis from some perspective. I consider myself a creative being, a demiurge who creates realities, whether in the stage world, in photography or in the audiovisual world. I am a very critical person and in all my creations I seek to be a disruptive element that moves consciences and stereotypes. My main ally is aesthetics. I have quite a problem with censorship because it often raises questions and represents realities that not everyone wants to be shown. But in this life we ​​are for something, my visit to earth is in search of all the good that human beings can achieve if they make an effort.

What motivates you to work hard?

The people I meet along the way, the situations I experience thanks to following this path... the moment in which the public sees your work... and the idea of ​​giving the best of myself as a creator.

Who inspires you?

Many things, especially real life but it also consumes a lot of classical art, I think the influence on photography is evident... Also music, from all over the world. I listen to everything from pop to shamanic music... Meditation is a very powerful source of inspiration... More people should try it. Im also a person with high aspirations, so heaven is my goal... and thats a lot of fun. We are currently working on the film “Psycho Lovers”, it is being seen all over the world and it is very exciting.

How would your friends describe you?

People who know me closely would say that I am a very funny person, even goofy hahaha... They would also say that I am a very brave and hard-working person... I think it could also highlight my loyalty... if they are part of what I consider my tribe.

What are your hobbies?

I read a lot, I like to play video games, go out into the mountains... exercise and dance... dance a lot.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Fly, I would love to be able to fly and see the limiting line of the horizon without the need for metal vehicles, feel the change of oxygen... how everything becomes beautiful from insignificance.

What is your favorite food?

Rice and crust. It is a specialty of my land, I have never seen it made anywhere else in the world and it is like feeding on beautiful memories.

Which celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee?

I dont know if we would have a coffee, but the singer Aurora is without a doubt my choice, I would love to be able to debate with her about the world and reality. But we would possibly end up dancing around a tree or sticking our heads in a river to try to communicate.

INSTAGRAM @  celeste.sqd 

 Hello, my name is Celeste Sequeida and I am 25 years old. I am Argentine and I have lived in different places such as NYC, Puerto Rico and currently Santiago de Chile. I love traveling and getting out of my comfort zone. I am a flight crew member but for life reasons I work in real estate and I am a model.  

What motivates you to work hard? 

I am motivated by the idea of ​​getting ahead and being able to grow.

Who inspires you? 

My family is fundamental, they are always my inspiration and my steps to follow.

How would your friends describe you? 

a little crazy who does whatever it takes to achieve her goals.

What are your hobbies? 

I love skating and traveling.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be? go anywhere and enjoy the sunset.

What is your favorite food? 

my favorite food is roast and fries.  

INSTAGRAM @  dav_mphysique 

 Tell me about your work?

I'm a nutritionist, personal trainer, fitness model and online coach

What motivates you to work hard?

see how far discipline can take me

Who inspires you?

My mother, she has been my hero since I was little, she worked very hard to get by on her

own.

How would your friends describe you?

as someone loyal and unconditional

What are your hobbies?

travelling, watching series, going to the movies and occasionally going out to a party

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

go see an NBA game

What’s your favorite food?

sushi

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

Arcangel la maravilla

INSTAGRAM @ emietwice 

 Tell me about your work?

I worked for three years as a Chef on Yachts, around the Mediterranean Sea and the Caribbean. This year, 2023, I have decided to stop working for people and start my own business as a Community Manager, my goal is to promote and boost businesses (clients, sales, likes, followers...) on social media. I get to meet amazing people and travel at the same time.

What motivates you to work hard?

I have one purpose in life: "becoming the best version of myself" and the only way to achieve this goal is to work hard and never give up. I don't believe in "work less and earn more". If I want to be successful (in my own definition) I know that I have to make sacrifices and compromises. People often tell me "You're SO lucky! I envy you!" and in the same sentence they say "I could never do what you do". Even though I want to give up every two days, I have faith in the outcome. 

Who inspires you?

My husband. I admire his ambition, his perseverance, his tenacity, his kindness, and above all his patience. He is supportive and understanding, by always trying to bring out the best in me. I want to become more like him. Otherwise, in the morning we always watch podcasts from Jay Shetti, Robin Sharma, or Inkey Johnson.

How would your friends describe you?

Artistic, crazy & devoted

What are your hobbies?

Piano, guitar, singing, calligraphy, drawing, traveling

What's your favorite food?

That's a hard one! But I guess a creole dish from home (Reunion Island) called "Ti Jacques Boucané"

What celebrity would you like to meet Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

So many! From Sean Connery to Denzel Washington to Robert De Niro, I have 100's more lined up!

INSTAGRAM @LUISLP14 

Tell me about you work? Currently I'm working together with my mom in her Hairdresser store and besides that I visit school twice a week.

What motivates you to work hard?

In my family everyone worked hard. My dad raised me with Sport and it turned into my passion. I noticed early that I can achieve everything but only with hard work. But I know a little bit of luck is always necessary because many people work hard.

Who inspires you?

My family, mostly my grandparents. They raised 3 kids and without them our family wouldn't be today like she is.

How would your friends describe you?

Sporty,Loyal Ambitious

What are your hobbies? My Hobbys are Fitness, Instagram and spending time with family and friends.

If you could do anything for a day what would it be?

I would visit all the stunning places around the world with my family and friends. In my opinion traveling is the most beautiful thing we can do.

What's your favorite food?

I love the old traditional meals my grandma cooks and of course some fast food.

What's celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? 

That's a tough question because there are many celebrities I would like to meet and have a conversation with. I would love to meet Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, Sylvester Stallone and Leonardo DiCaprio because I could learn so much from all of them.

INSTAGRAM@ MOSTLYLUCA 

Tell me about your work?

Being an influencer and content creator keeps me busy. And opportunities related to this means I get to travel a fair bit for social media events. I’m writing this in London having just attended TokFest UK. I’m always brainstorming ideas for IG and TikTok, and posting on Snap. And then there’s photo shoots and YouTube, which I’m always trying to commit more time to.

What motivates you to work hard?

My supporters! I’ll feel so closely connected with the ‘Luca Army’ who have been supporting me for years. Right from the start. They encourage me to stay authentic and keep pushing myself. I try to create new ideas more than just borrow others.

Who inspires you?

My fellow creators and influencers. People who I see work 24/7. And my parents.

How would your friends describe you?

Funny and entertaining. Trustworthy and loyal. Maybe annoying as well.

What are your hobbies?

Collecting anything related to Pokémon. Travel. Soccer. And of course the gym!

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Anything involving animals. I love animals. Working at a zoo, game reserve or aquarium. In Laos I got to visit an elephant rehabilitation sanctuary. There were no elephant rides or circus trick sort of stuff. I spent the day observing the elephants, feeding them and walking with them. I could do that anyway.

What's your favorite food?

I’m pretty easy to please and don’t need fancy food. And I really try hard to eat healthy these days. Grilled chicken is my favourite these days. Nope not chicken stips anymore.

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

Adam Sandler.. always.

     INSTAGRAM @ chase.christiaan   

 Tell me about your work?

I’m a college baseball player here in Birmingham Alabama. I Model over the summer and do work whenever I have the chance to.

What motivates you to work hard?

My faith, my family and friends motivate me to work hard

Who inspires you? 

My mom inspires me because she’s the best person to look up to. My world. 

How would your friends describe you?

My friends would describe me as goofy and athletic. 

What are your hobbies?

My hobbies are playing golf, baseball, hanging with friends and family. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

I would love to travel to Greece for the day. 

What’s your favorite food?

I’m not very picky but I love some fettuccine Alfredo 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee? I would love to have a cup of coffee with Matthew McConaughey.

INSTAGRAM @  mkruse_23     

 Tell us about your work.

I’m pretty new to the modeling scene, but I love it—it’s awesome to represent brands and shoot with different photographers in cool locations.

What motivates you to work hard?

The future is unpredictable, and I want to live life to the fullest. I also want to be in a position to provide for my future family.

Who inspires you?

Jordan Peterson. His perspective on life is really intriguing, and I think he has a lot of wisdom.

How would your friends describe you?

Entrepreneurial, energetic, enthusiastic, compassionate, religious—and a good driver.

What are your hobbies?

Mountain biking, road trips, working on cars, thrifting, and coin collecting.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Spend it in nature on a road trip with friends and family. Probably go on a hike in the snowy mountains and head to the beach. 

What’s your favorite food?

Nothing beats a medium rare American cheeseburger at a backyard BBQ.

What celebrity would you want to grab coffee with?

Mark Cuban. I love his entrepreneurial drive and hustler mentality, even from a young age. I’d love to pick his brain about business. 

INSTAGRAM @  david_koch_christensen  

 What motivates me:

I want to fulfill my complete potential - the gifts I’ve been given have to be used well. 

Who inspires me?

Jesus Christ. 

How my friends would describe me:

My friends would describe me as: Outgoing, friendly, multidimensional, businessman, a kind person - kind hearted (all this is from a friend haha!)

My hobbies:

I love to read, being an entrepreneur (with funny stuff) and having a good time with friends and family. 

If I could choose to do anything for a day, what would I do?

I would be with my best friends and family, having a good time - but also get to talk with big people from big industries: People like George Clooney, Justin Bieber etc.

Favorite food:

Without a doubt sushi - but alongside my best friends. When you are with the right people; food is just better!

Celebrity I’d like to meet:

Someone like Justin Bieber, who has a very strong spiritual side to him. I find that really interesting!

INSTAGRAM @  _jhuff 

 What motivates you to work hard? 

What motivates me to work hard is that I know I want to have more in life and reach my goals to be successful and I know if I don't get up and keep moving I wont reach them.

Who inspires you?

My mother, she inspires me because she has done more than enough in my life and I want to be able to give her more than she's ever had and also my mother has Lupus so she gets flare ups and even with her having Lupus she still gets up everyday and stays strong and does what she need to do. So for me it makes me want to go harder and harder.

How would your friends describe you? 

My friends would describe me as a hard worker, genuine, strong, caring, and Confident 

What are your hobbies?

Working Out, Training, Reading, traveling, and educating myself on new things

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

If I could choose one thing to do in a day it would be to have a professional modeling shoot, eat at a 5 star restaurant, and go somewhere to have fun 

What’s your favorite food? My Favorite food is Shrimp

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee? 

Jennifer Lopez!!!

INSTAGRAM @  Lucas_Loyola 

Tell me about your work?

I have been working as an International Model for about 10 years, a lot of bad and funny stories, I started in Brazil where I'm from. I work with many companies, designers, fashion shows, and photographers. 

What motivates you to work hard? 

My family is my motivation, my wife, and kids. 

Who inspires you? 

My dad was away on my side no matter what. 

How would your friends describe you? 

Someone you can trust. 

What are your hobbies? 

Volleyball, table tennis, travel. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be? 

Explore the unknown on this earth. 

What’s your favorite food? 

Sushi is one of my favorite food. 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee? 

Jason Mamoa, because my wife talks so much about him, that I can go for a coffee with him. 

INSTAGRAM @ miloona8 

  Tell me about your work? 

I am working like a freelance model in South Korea. I really like my job because you always can meet really amazing person 

What motivates you to work hard? 

I was a dentist when I was in Russian but I really grateful I could find a job like mine nowI just enjoy to be a model

Who inspires you? 

I think my inspiration will always be my mom She is the best woman I’ve ever met 

How would your friends describe you? 

I asked my friends sooo… kind and shining person maybe little crazy one

What are your hobbies? 

Oh I really like cook since been I was a child , now I like figure skating I really try my best, but its not really easy 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

If I have days off I like to spend time with my family and my dog best healing time for me

What’s your favorite food? 

I like tomato pasta!!! Now because Im living in Korea I will choose kimpab

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee? 

Yuzuru Hanyu! Since I've been getting into figure skating lately, I think I could get some advice from him

INSTAGRAM @  sergio_hogosha  

 Tell me about your job?

My work is divided into two very important parts, on the one hand there is the ritual part and on the other the rebellion, I always look for my art to be an experience thatreaches catharsis from some perspective. I consider myself a creative being, a demiurge who creates realities, whether in the stage world, in photography or in the audiovisual world. I am a very critical person and in all my creations I seek to be a disruptive element that moves consciences and stereotypes. My main ally is aesthetics. I have quite a problem with censorship because it often raises questions and represents realities that not everyone wants to be shown. But in this life we ​​are for something, my visit to earth is in search of all the good that human beings can achieve if they make an effort.

What motivates you to work hard?

The people I meet along the way, the situations I experience thanks to following this path... the moment in which the public sees your work... and the idea of ​​giving the best of myself as a creator.

Who inspires you?

Many things, especially real life but it also consumes a lot of classical art, I think the influence on photography is evident... Also music, from all over the world. I listen to everything from pop to shamanic music... Meditation is a very powerful source of inspiration... More people should try it. Im also a person with high aspirations, so heaven is my goal... and thats a lot of fun. We are currently working on the film “Psycho Lovers”, it is being seen all over the world and it is very exciting.

How would your friends describe you?

People who know me closely would say that I am a very funny person, even goofy hahaha... They would also say that I am a very brave and hard-working person... I think it could also highlight my loyalty... if they are part of what I consider my tribe.

What are your hobbies?

I read a lot, I like to play video games, go out into the mountains... exercise and dance... dance a lot.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Fly, I would love to be able to fly and see the limiting line of the horizon without the need for metal vehicles, feel the change of oxygen... how everything becomes beautiful from insignificance.

What is your favorite food?

Rice and crust. It is a specialty of my land, I have never seen it made anywhere else in the world and it is like feeding on beautiful memories.

Which celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee?

I dont know if we would have a coffee, but the singer Aurora is without a doubt my choice, I would love to be able to debate with her about the world and reality. But we would possibly end up dancing around a tree or sticking our heads in a river to try to communicate.

INSTAGRAM @  celeste.sqd 

 Hello, my name is Celeste Sequeida and I am 25 years old. I am Argentine and I have lived in different places such as NYC, Puerto Rico and currently Santiago de Chile. I love traveling and getting out of my comfort zone. I am a flight crew member but for life reasons I work in real estate and I am a model.  

What motivates you to work hard? 

I am motivated by the idea of ​​getting ahead and being able to grow.

Who inspires you? 

My family is fundamental, they are always my inspiration and my steps to follow.

How would your friends describe you? 

a little crazy who does whatever it takes to achieve her goals.

What are your hobbies? 

I love skating and traveling.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be? go anywhere and enjoy the sunset.

What is your favorite food? 

my favorite food is roast and fries.  

INSTAGRAM @  dav_mphysique 

 Tell me about your work?

I'm a nutritionist, personal trainer, fitness model and online coach

What motivates you to work hard?

see how far discipline can take me

Who inspires you?

My mother, she has been my hero since I was little, she worked very hard to get by on her

own.

How would your friends describe you?

as someone loyal and unconditional

What are your hobbies?

travelling, watching series, going to the movies and occasionally going out to a party

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

go see an NBA game

What’s your favorite food?

sushi

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

Arcangel la maravilla

INSTAGRAM @ emietwice 

 Tell me about your work?

I worked for three years as a Chef on Yachts, around the Mediterranean Sea and the Caribbean. This year, 2023, I have decided to stop working for people and start my own business as a Community Manager, my goal is to promote and boost businesses (clients, sales, likes, followers...) on social media. I get to meet amazing people and travel at the same time.

What motivates you to work hard?

I have one purpose in life: "becoming the best version of myself" and the only way to achieve this goal is to work hard and never give up. I don't believe in "work less and earn more". If I want to be successful (in my own definition) I know that I have to make sacrifices and compromises. People often tell me "You're SO lucky! I envy you!" and in the same sentence they say "I could never do what you do". Even though I want to give up every two days, I have faith in the outcome. 

Who inspires you?

My husband. I admire his ambition, his perseverance, his tenacity, his kindness, and above all his patience. He is supportive and understanding, by always trying to bring out the best in me. I want to become more like him. Otherwise, in the morning we always watch podcasts from Jay Shetti, Robin Sharma, or Inkey Johnson.

How would your friends describe you?

Artistic, crazy & devoted

What are your hobbies?

Piano, guitar, singing, calligraphy, drawing, traveling

What's your favorite food?

That's a hard one! But I guess a creole dish from home (Reunion Island) called "Ti Jacques Boucané"

What celebrity would you like to meet Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

So many! From Sean Connery to Denzel Washington to Robert De Niro, I have 100's more lined up!

INSTAGRAM @LUISLP14 

Tell me about you work? Currently I'm working together with my mom in her Hairdresser store and besides that I visit school twice a week.

What motivates you to work hard?

In my family everyone worked hard. My dad raised me with Sport and it turned into my passion. I noticed early that I can achieve everything but only with hard work. But I know a little bit of luck is always necessary because many people work hard.

Who inspires you?

My family, mostly my grandparents. They raised 3 kids and without them our family wouldn't be today like she is.

How would your friends describe you?

Sporty,Loyal Ambitious

What are your hobbies? My Hobbys are Fitness, Instagram and spending time with family and friends.

If you could do anything for a day what would it be?

I would visit all the stunning places around the world with my family and friends. In my opinion traveling is the most beautiful thing we can do.

What's your favorite food?

I love the old traditional meals my grandma cooks and of course some fast food.

What's celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? 

That's a tough question because there are many celebrities I would like to meet and have a conversation with. I would love to meet Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, Sylvester Stallone and Leonardo DiCaprio because I could learn so much from all of them.

INSTAGRAM@ MOSTLYLUCA 

Tell me about your work?

Being an influencer and content creator keeps me busy. And opportunities related to this means I get to travel a fair bit for social media events. I’m writing this in London having just attended TokFest UK. I’m always brainstorming ideas for IG and TikTok, and posting on Snap. And then there’s photo shoots and YouTube, which I’m always trying to commit more time to.

What motivates you to work hard?

My supporters! I’ll feel so closely connected with the ‘Luca Army’ who have been supporting me for years. Right from the start. They encourage me to stay authentic and keep pushing myself. I try to create new ideas more than just borrow others.

Who inspires you?

My fellow creators and influencers. People who I see work 24/7. And my parents.

How would your friends describe you?

Funny and entertaining. Trustworthy and loyal. Maybe annoying as well.

What are your hobbies?

Collecting anything related to Pokémon. Travel. Soccer. And of course the gym!

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Anything involving animals. I love animals. Working at a zoo, game reserve or aquarium. In Laos I got to visit an elephant rehabilitation sanctuary. There were no elephant rides or circus trick sort of stuff. I spent the day observing the elephants, feeding them and walking with them. I could do that anyway.

What's your favorite food?

I’m pretty easy to please and don’t need fancy food. And I really try hard to eat healthy these days. Grilled chicken is my favourite these days. Nope not chicken stips anymore.

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

Adam Sandler.. always.

INSTAGRAM @ wallisday

  What was your inspiration for your latest role?

For my character Ryder, in Sheroes - I was inspired by my tomboy side. I fully leaned into that & the freedom of being a skateboarder with a twist of badassness. 

What’s your fondest memory or moment while filming?

Honestly the whole shoot was incredible. Cast and crew really make any project day to day for me, I always get so lucky with the people I work with. I know it sounds cliche to say but honestly every day was a highlight, we had so much fun. 

How do you memorize your lines?

I prerecord the other persons lines & play the recording over and over filling in the gaps with my lines. I’ll do mundane chores whilst saying my lines aloud & eventually they stick in my head. Then I’ll do a few speed runs & sometimes do them backwards so I’m prepared for anything on set. I don’t like to over rehearse because I like it to feel fresh on the day, but just go over them enough to remember them. 

How do you get into character?

I relax my whole body, shut my mind down, close my eyes and start creating thoughts my character would have or some kind of physical trait. 

For example, with Ryder I’d start kicking a skateboard around or saying phrases she’d say. 

But with Batwoman when I would play possessed Kate Kane I’d start twitching & moving my body in a contorted way. 

What kind of roles do you usually play?

I’ve been fortunate enough to spend the majority of my career in the Superhero world, I love stunts & am naturally athletic which helped. But recently with the Netflix show etc it’s been more commercial type roles. I’d love to do psychological thrillers - like Gone Girl. 

What’s been your favorite role to play thus far and why?

I love my character in Red Sonja — the films not out yet but she’s so twisted & tormented so to lean into that was challenging but so much fun. Can’t wait to see. 

What advice would you give to new or aspiring actors/actresses?

Focus on your craft, never stop improving yourself, see as many shows as you can, speak to as many people as you can & create your own opportunities. 

Who’s your favorite actor and actress? Why?

I’ve always really admired Charlize Theron. The way she can totally transform for each character. She’s such a badass & inspires so many of my career goals. 

INSTAGRAM @  vishakhadhiman_

  Tell me about Your work? 

I m an artist., And I m extremely passionate about acting Well, I have worked as the protagonist of Two Telugu films which are basically a south Indian film. As well as I have worked on few album songs recently. 

What motivates you to work hard? 

If its from an outsider's perspective, It might appear to be hard work, However, My work for me is worship, passion and a lot of fun. I enjoy being in front of camera, I find myself the happiest doing so. And for that I might have to wake up at 4 in the morning sometimes, Go attend dance rehearsals,acting workshops, Shoot at odd hours, But all of this feels normal to me, Because i m living a life of my dreams, And I aim to achieve higher goals that I have set ahead of myself. 

Who inspires you ? 

My Dad, My superhero, and the reason that he inspires me the most is not only because he is my dad or an extremely Empathetic and kind human being but also because I have seen that man wake up 4:30 -5 am every single morning, working hard, Strive for the best And Actually excel at each and every task or project and be able to truly enjoy at what he does. More Importantly, I have seen that man living by his principles all these years and never bend his morals no matter what situation life has thrown at him. 

Hence, My father is My hero. 

How would Your Friends describe you? 

Man oh man, If I had to describe that, i believe i would end up sounding quite self obsessed or self appreciative ( don't get wrong but which is not a bad thing at all) However, If I really think of a few things, I believe They would say Reliable, Honest with her opinions, Chatter box, And I m always there for them No matter what, I might be always enjoying with them at dinner tables or at a bar with a champagne glass, But I m always gonna be there If their eyes are wet and seek some comfort. 

What are your Hobbies ? 

At the cost of sounding too monotonous, But hey it is what it is, I love travelling, Reading historical love stories or Hindu mythology books, Vedas and holy books, baking, Gardening, badminton ,Going to gym , etc And are many others. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be ? 

Well, I m gonna be little greedy on that one and say I would like to wake up at 4 am, Start my day early. meditate, workout, have breakfast with my parents and head to my shoot and this shoot would probably be like an album video song shoot with Drake or justin Bieber and i would also my parents along so I could see the smile on their faces when i work and their shoulders widen with pride. 

What's You Favorite Food ? 

Okay, honestly it keeps changing, I prefer healthy Food or fried or junk. These days I m big on avocados and sushi. 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee ? 

Zayn malik but I would take him to a beach , I have heard he has Aqua phobia however both of us like sharks. So perhaps, It would be interesting to go sailing together. 

INSTAGRAM @   ivelissevelez 

  Tell me about Your work? 

I m an artist., And I m extremely passionate about acting Well, I have worked as the protagonist of Two Telugu films which are basically a south Indian film. As well as I have worked on few album songs recently. 

What motivates you to work hard? 

If its from an outsider's perspective, It might appear to be hard work, However, My work for me is worship, passion and a lot of fun. I enjoy being in front of camera, I find myself the happiest doing so. And for that I might have to wake up at 4 in the morning sometimes, Go attend dance rehearsals,acting workshops, Shoot at odd hours, But all of this feels normal to me, Because i m living a life of my dreams, And I aim to achieve higher goals that I have set ahead of myself. 

Who inspires you ? 

My Dad, My superhero, and the reason that he inspires me the most is not only because he is my dad or an extremely Empathetic and kind human being but also because I have seen that man wake up 4:30 -5 am every single morning, working hard, Strive for the best And Actually excel at each and every task or project and be able to truly enjoy at what he does. More Importantly, I have seen that man living by his principles all these years and never bend his morals no matter what situation life has thrown at him. 

Hence, My father is My hero. 

How would Your Friends describe you? 

Man oh man, If I had to describe that, i believe i would end up sounding quite self obsessed or self appreciative ( don't get wrong but which is not a bad thing at all) However, If I really think of a few things, I believe They would say Reliable, Honest with her opinions, Chatter box, And I m always there for them No matter what, I might be always enjoying with them at dinner tables or at a bar with a champagne glass, But I m always gonna be there If their eyes are wet and seek some comfort. 

What are your Hobbies ? 

At the cost of sounding too monotonous, But hey it is what it is, I love travelling, Reading historical love stories or Hindu mythology books, Vedas and holy books, baking, Gardening, badminton ,Going to gym , etc And are many others. 

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be ? 

Well, I m gonna be little greedy on that one and say I would like to wake up at 4 am, Start my day early. meditate, workout, have breakfast with my parents and head to my shoot and this shoot would probably be like an album video song shoot with Drake or justin Bieber and i would also my parents along so I could see the smile on their faces when i work and their shoulders widen with pride. 

What's You Favorite Food ? 

Okay, honestly it keeps changing, I prefer healthy Food or fried or junk. These days I m big on avocados and sushi. 

What celebrity would you like to meet for a cup of coffee ? 

Zayn malik but I would take him to a beach , I have heard he has Aqua phobia however both of us like sharks. So perhaps, It would be interesting to go sailing together. 

INSTAGRAM @  roger.nie

 What motivates you to work hard?

What motivates me to work hard is knowing with certainty that I can achieve everything I set out to do by pursuing my goals with a plan behind me.

Who inspires you?

I am inspired by the knowledge and fashion of different designers and brands such as Ralph Lauren.

How would your friends describe you?

They would describe me as a dedicated, consistent and resilient person.

What are your hobbies?

Sports, I love doing sports and all kinds of them, specifically calisthenics (Street Workout) and photography.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Being a Calvin Klein model.

What is your favorite food?

Pasta, any kind of it.

Which celebrity would you like to meet at

Starbucks for a coffee?

Jason Statham, as I think he has a very good philosophy of life and a brutal acting ability throughout his career.

INSTAGRAM @  BoobaDnA

  Tell me about your work?

I am a personal trainer I help my clients get to their goals, to surpass themselves and to change both physically and psychologically so that they feel ready to face the difficulties of life

What motivates you to work hard?

My motivations are my family I want to do everything so that my children lack nothing and make my mother is proud of me

Who inspires you?

My inspiration are sports greats like michael jordan, actors like denzel washington basically people who work tirelessly to achieve their goals

How would your friends describe you?

People describe me a very quiet and shy person but also very determined because I never put myself forward but I always try to achieve my goals while remaining like myself and not change who am I.

What are your hobbies?

My hobbies are combat sports like boxing, spending time with family and also I really like watching all kinds of movies. I also train future young basketball players by teaching them how to warm up properly to avoid all types of injuries.

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

If I had to do one thing in my day it would be to sit in a quiet place with no one around, lie down in the grass and listen to the sound of the wind while keeping my eyes closed.

What’s your favorite food?

My favorite dish is pasta bolognese

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

The celebrity I would really like to meet is Denzel washington because his work ethic, his determination, his grind, his focus and his longevity have always inspired me.

INSTAGRAM @  Reed Malphurs

 What motivates you to work hard? 

What motivates me to work hard is a collaboration of many elements of my life. My family, my friends, and my legacy. Without the drive to be the best I possibly can be for those elements I wouldn’t be where I am today.

What is your favorite thing about your career? 

My favorite thing about my career without a shadow of doubt is the connections I make each day and the unforgettable experiences I’m able to be apart of because of such a career.

How long you been playing football? 

Only about 4 years now.

If you could play for any team in NFL who would it be and what position? 

I’d have to chose the Falcons and position of course Kicker. Reason being it’s close to my hometown in Georgia so it brings me closer to home.

What are your hobbies? 

My hobbies consist of reading, writing, traveling, and living life to it’s fullest!

What’s your favorite food? 

Pasta, the endless combinations I can make with it definitely makes it my favorite!

Have you ever been to a music festival? 

I’ve been to multiple different music festivals, but posty fest and burning man have a special place in my heart!

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? Why?

My inspiration Justin Tucker! I’ve modeled most of my game after him and he’s a truly humble and genuine person that I’d love the pleasure to meet one day!

INSTAGRAM @  dav_mphysique 

 Tell me about your work?

I'm a nutritionist, personal trainer, fitness model and online coach

What motivates you to work hard?

see how far discipline can take me

Who inspires you?

My mother, she has been my hero since I was little, she worked very hard to get by on her

own.

How would your friends describe you?

as someone loyal and unconditional

What are your hobbies?

travelling, watching series, going to the movies and occasionally going out to a party

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

go see an NBA game

What’s your favorite food?

sushi

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

Arcangel la maravilla

INSTAGRAM @ emietwice 

 Tell me about your work?

I worked for three years as a Chef on Yachts, around the Mediterranean Sea and the Caribbean. This year, 2023, I have decided to stop working for people and start my own business as a Community Manager, my goal is to promote and boost businesses (clients, sales, likes, followers...) on social media. I get to meet amazing people and travel at the same time.

What motivates you to work hard?

I have one purpose in life: "becoming the best version of myself" and the only way to achieve this goal is to work hard and never give up. I don't believe in "work less and earn more". If I want to be successful (in my own definition) I know that I have to make sacrifices and compromises. People often tell me "You're SO lucky! I envy you!" and in the same sentence they say "I could never do what you do". Even though I want to give up every two days, I have faith in the outcome. 

Who inspires you?

My husband. I admire his ambition, his perseverance, his tenacity, his kindness, and above all his patience. He is supportive and understanding, by always trying to bring out the best in me. I want to become more like him. Otherwise, in the morning we always watch podcasts from Jay Shetti, Robin Sharma, or Inkey Johnson.

How would your friends describe you?

Artistic, crazy & devoted

What are your hobbies?

Piano, guitar, singing, calligraphy, drawing, traveling

What's your favorite food?

That's a hard one! But I guess a creole dish from home (Reunion Island) called "Ti Jacques Boucané"

What celebrity would you like to meet Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

So many! From Sean Connery to Denzel Washington to Robert De Niro, I have 100's more lined up!

INSTAGRAM @LUISLP14 

Tell me about you work? Currently I'm working together with my mom in her Hairdresser store and besides that I visit school twice a week.

What motivates you to work hard?

In my family everyone worked hard. My dad raised me with Sport and it turned into my passion. I noticed early that I can achieve everything but only with hard work. But I know a little bit of luck is always necessary because many people work hard.

Who inspires you?

My family, mostly my grandparents. They raised 3 kids and without them our family wouldn't be today like she is.

How would your friends describe you?

Sporty,Loyal Ambitious

What are your hobbies? My Hobbys are Fitness, Instagram and spending time with family and friends.

If you could do anything for a day what would it be?

I would visit all the stunning places around the world with my family and friends. In my opinion traveling is the most beautiful thing we can do.

What's your favorite food?

I love the old traditional meals my grandma cooks and of course some fast food.

What's celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? 

That's a tough question because there are many celebrities I would like to meet and have a conversation with. I would love to meet Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, Sylvester Stallone and Leonardo DiCaprio because I could learn so much from all of them.

INSTAGRAM@ MOSTLYLUCA 

Tell me about your work?

Being an influencer and content creator keeps me busy. And opportunities related to this means I get to travel a fair bit for social media events. I’m writing this in London having just attended TokFest UK. I’m always brainstorming ideas for IG and TikTok, and posting on Snap. And then there’s photo shoots and YouTube, which I’m always trying to commit more time to.

What motivates you to work hard?

My supporters! I’ll feel so closely connected with the ‘Luca Army’ who have been supporting me for years. Right from the start. They encourage me to stay authentic and keep pushing myself. I try to create new ideas more than just borrow others.

Who inspires you?

My fellow creators and influencers. People who I see work 24/7. And my parents.

How would your friends describe you?

Funny and entertaining. Trustworthy and loyal. Maybe annoying as well.

What are your hobbies?

Collecting anything related to Pokémon. Travel. Soccer. And of course the gym!

If you could choose to do anything for a day, what would it be?

Anything involving animals. I love animals. Working at a zoo, game reserve or aquarium. In Laos I got to visit an elephant rehabilitation sanctuary. There were no elephant rides or circus trick sort of stuff. I spent the day observing the elephants, feeding them and walking with them. I could do that anyway.

What's your favorite food?

I’m pretty easy to please and don’t need fancy food. And I really try hard to eat healthy these days. Grilled chicken is my favourite these days. Nope not chicken stips anymore.

What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee?

Adam Sandler.. always.