GRIMES MAGAZINE Q&A -SEPT 2023

INSTAGRAM @  christhegreat21  

    What motivates you to work hard? 

My son is my biggest motivation to make it in life & make sure he never has to struggle.

What is your favorite thing about your career? 

My favorite thing about my career is I can work wherever I want, also I get to pick my hours. 

What is your favorite game or sport to watch and play?

My favorite sport to watch is definitely football! I’ve been a Denver Broncos fan since I came out the womb haha.. So watching them is the best. 

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

If I could do anything for a day it would to be a back up dancer for Chris Brown.. I use to watch him so much growing up & danced so much in high school because of him lol he’s an idol for me.

How would your friends describe you? 

My friends would describe me as energetic, funny, sarcastic af, and loving. 

What are your hobbies? 

My hobbies include gym, going to the beach, playing basketball, and watching anime.

What’s your favorite food? 

My favorite food is seafood! I love crab legs. 

What’s your favorite movie? 

My favorite movies is The grinch (original one) with Jim Carey it’s a classic!

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

I think a interesting celebrity I would like to meet for a cup of coffee would be druski cause I know that would be the funniest cup of coffee & would start my day off right lol.

INSTAGRAM @  carcher_ fit 

    Tell me about your work?

Fitness Influencer 

What motivates you to work hard?

Making my family proud and being someone my future kids and wife can be proud of and look up to. But also being the best version of myself. 

Who inspires you?

My dad and my siblings. God. 

How would your friends describe you?

Quiet, introverted, dependable, hardworking, reliable. 

What are your hobbies?

Watching TV and movies, playing video games, listening to music, reading 

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

A day at the beach 

What’s your favorite food?

Cheeseburgers 

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

Post Malone 

INSTAGRAM @ XNAZIMUL08 

   Tell me about your work?

I'm a influencer and body builder I'm working hard with this wor be selfish from other its my life that has archive more big 

What motivates you to work hard?

I'm self motivated. Because I seen my life very deep ..

Who inspires you?

My inspiration is @Danish zehan only for that man can inspire me 

How would your friends describe you?

My friends are describing negative thoughts like mad , broken heart they says what you won this work 

What are your hobbies?

I'm a traveling lover, and bodybuilder its may one of only hobbies .

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

First I'm weak up at 4.30 for pray after that's I'm go to gym and workout more than 1 hours After that's I'm do my work and after live a normal life spend some times with my friends  

What’s your favorite food?

My fav food is rice and beef 

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

I want to meet cr7 it's my dream and I get it one day in sha allah

INSTAGRAM @  grantstrong 

  How did you get into modeling?

I always enjoyed being in front of the camera but didn’t pursue a career out of it until i was contacted by @globalsystems1management

What are you doing if you are not modeling?

When I am not modeling, I am training at Ohio state for indoor volleyball as a collegiate athlete. In the summertime I compete and train beach volleyball with team USA.

The most spontaneous/difficult/strange thing you’ve ever done?

The most spontaneous and challenging thing I’ve ever done was moving to California my sophomore year of high-school and living with a host family so I could help pursue my dreams of playing D1 men's volleyball.

Whats your life moto?

Take anything negative in your life and make it positive (999)

Describe your personal style - Favorite Brands/Fragrance?!

Simple, classic, clean. I don’t like to do too much because once the outfit comes together, the clothing speaks for itself.

A current brand I’m really into is Abercrombie. I believe they are starting to regain traction in recent years.

What genre of music best describes you?

Melodic Rap. I like to listen to music that I can relate to.

Where are your roots - The best thing about/to do in your hometown?

The best thing to do in my hometown is enjoying a nice day at the beach, exploring downtown, and trying local restaurants.

Name one celebrity youd like to get naughty with!

Madelyn Cline

Do you have any special Talents?

A hidden talent if mine is cooking. My Mom and Grandma taught me many skills growing up and watching them made it very easy for me to learn.

What is the most interesting thing online at the moment?

Scandoval. If you don’t know what that it is, it's a “scandal” that occurred on this reality tv show called Vanderpump rules where two cast members in a relationship broke up due to one of them having an affair with another cast member.

INSTAGRAM @ dantef 

  Born an raised in south Florida, I played football an basketball grown up. I went to Cardinal Newman High an played football an basketball wining a State Championship in basketball an making palm beach county defensive player of the year for football in 2002 the year I graduated. I earned a scholarship to UNC Chapel Hill where I played for 3 years, graduated an an played at North Carolina Central University for 2 years winning 2 CIAA championships. After college I came back to Florida an started teaching middle school math where ive been doing this for 16 years. In 2016 I tried something different an bought a cemetery an it did well soni bought another in 2020. Since then I’ve been involved in other financial endeavors. Fitness has always been something I excelled in from a young age I had basketball and football trainers because I excelled in sports earning a scholarship an playing college football. But after college for about 7 or 8 years I did nothing till the age of 31 I said id give fitness a try. On Groupon I say a 3 month gym membership to a crossfit gym so I tried it in the same month I quit drinking in 2014. From them year on I’ve been a avid crossfit junky, over the years I’ve learned to eat better an take better care of my body through eating healthy an proportionate meals, eating fruit an nuts an drinking a gallon of water a day along with daily vitamins. Ive learned over the years that consistency beats any type of training along with the proper diet and hydration with rest, ill be 40 next month September 16 so I look forward to

motivating older men to take they’re health more serious an live a long life.

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 @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 @  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 @  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 @ 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.