Bobby Boyd
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Here's an interview I found for Instinct Magazine. He was on the cover.
Bobby Boyd - Model Behavior
Written by Randall Shulman | Photos by Peter Brown Thursday, 01 March 2007 Humble. Down to earth. Intellectual. Not the first descriptors that generally come to mind when you think about fashion models. But, then again, this month’s cover guy, Bobby Boyd isn’t your typical male model. The handsome (humble, down to earth and intellectual) northern California native—who has experienced nearly every Zoolander-esque scenario imaginable—sits down with us to dispel stereotypes and demystify what it means to be one of the beautiful people.
INSTINCT: Okay, I’ll just get right down to it. You’re absolutely gorgeous. I bet you get that all the time.
BOBBY BOYD: Thank you, but no. In L.A. everyone is like ten times hotter.
How did you get into modeling?
I was just walking down the street and a scout approached me and asked if I wanted to model. I said no at first but after I met some of the other guys, I decided it would be a good way to help me pay for college.
What did you study?
International Business at San Francisco State.
Who is worse to deal with—male models or female models?
It’s 50/50. But I get along with female models better because the guys have too much ego.
But you’re not one of those self-centered male models, right?
I’m too humble for my own good. Not that I’m such a great person or anything, but I just don’t see myself as what some people might say.
Have you ever been in a model fight?
When I was 17, I did a Ralph Lauren show and this obnoxious guy threw a drink on me. I think he was jealous. He was older and one of the girls there was showing me more attention than him.
Wow, that’s straight up America’s Next Top Model-style. Speaking of, there are lots of reality shows out there that claim to expose the modeling industry for what it is. How accurate are they?
I’ve experienced everything from the worst to the best. I started at Elite when I was 16—until now. There have been the nasty photographers,cattiness and weird auditions. And I’ve also experienced the really reputable photographers who uphold their reputations, if that makes any sense. Some of them aren’t what they say that are. It’s dangerous out there. Especially for the young [models].
Tell me more about the less glamorous side of this industry.
The diet’s not glamorous. Waiting around isn’t either. And the food usually sucks on shoots. But I can’t complain because I’m working and happy to be doing so. Wait, the most unglamorous? The ego people. People with egos are horrible.
As glamorous as it seems from the outside looking in, there are lots of negative stereotypes about models. How have you dealt?
I kept it a secret in high school—the modeling, I mean. People think that it’s a girly job, that you’re anorexic and stupid and must not have a big brain if you’re doing it. I’ve faced every stereotype that you could face.
What would you say to other people who face issue like these—whether in the modeling industry, or the gay community, or just in their everyday lives?
Keep your head up. As long as you believe in yourself and are happy with yourself it’s going to shine through and make you successful. I know it sounds clichéd, but once I stopped caring what people thought about me, I started working a lot more. Keep focused, do what you love and things will work out.
I’m sure nobody had anything bad to say about your body.
Believe or not, they did. Even my agent used to call me “fatty.”
What were you were like in high school?
I hung out with everyone—the stoners, the geeky kids, the popular guys. I just fit in any group. I was in the Black Student Union and the Asian Pacific Islander Club. I was eclectic growing up. Probably went through every emotion that every other kid went through. Are you single or taken?
I don’t know. Not either. [Laughs]
This is an exciting month for politics. Do you keep up with current events?
My dad is a huge politics freak so I’m always trying to keep up with him.
What are your thoughts on the upcoming presidential race?
America is ready for a woman. Who better to have than someone who has been there? Hillary has so much experience. We’re definitely ready. I’m looking forward to America getting back its reputation, instead of having everyone hate us.
On to another famous Hilary…Hilary Duff or Lindsay Lohan?
I love Lindsay. I’ve hung out with her. She’s such a smart person. I don’t know Hilary. Lindsay is deep down one of the smartest young girls out there. She’s just made some bad decisions. I would say Lindsay Lohan takes the win.
How about Rosie O’Donnell? Has she crossed the line yet?
No way! I love Rosie. I’ve loved her since her talk show. She speaks her mind. She says what mostcelebrities wouldn’t. I have so much respect. I would love to work with her. Call me, Rosie!
Do you have a day job?
I work in real estate and real estate development for Sotheby’s, mostly in Beverly Hills and Malibu.
Wow, that’s excellent. Have you sold lots of fabulous houses?
When I first started I had a listing for $6,000,000. At the same time I was selling a condo for $450,000. To me there wasn’t a difference. It was just about doing the best job, finding someone the right fit.
So you’re a working man. What’s a typical nonworking weekend look like for you?
I’m a homebody. I’ll cook a big dinner on Fridays. Hang out with friends, play board games, lie in bed with my animals, watch all my TiVoed shows. Saturday I jog on the beach, maybe breakfast in a small cafe, shopping, lunch, movie, dinner, dancing. Long brunches on Sunday, lots of champagne, catching up with friends after a hectic week.
I bet you get hit on in the clubs all the time.
Yeah, if people are drunk. I usually get the drunk people. [Laughs] And girls because they have more guts. My friends always tell me that I seem standoffish and stuck up and I’m like, ‘What? I’m the biggest dork! What are you talking about?’
So people shouldn’t be intimidated?
No way! I’m nice. Come say hi. Let’s do a shot! Unless I’m modeling that week. [Laughs]
INSTINCT INQUIRES - Get To Know Bobby Boyd
Guilty Pleasure?
Always chocolate.
Dogs or Cats?
I’ve had a cat since my third birthday. But recently I’ve started liking dogs more.
Whitney or Cher?
Music-wise I prefer Whitney. I relate a little more to her.
Sports car or SUV?
Definitely sports car. I like to be low to the ground.
Favorite American Idol?
Kelly Clarkson. She has it all.
Best Advice?
Love what you do and you’ll be successful at it.
http://instinctmagazine.com/cover-story/bobby-boyd---model-behavior.html
He did a Ralph Lauren show???
Bobby Boyd - Model Behavior
Written by Randall Shulman | Photos by Peter Brown Thursday, 01 March 2007 Humble. Down to earth. Intellectual. Not the first descriptors that generally come to mind when you think about fashion models. But, then again, this month’s cover guy, Bobby Boyd isn’t your typical male model. The handsome (humble, down to earth and intellectual) northern California native—who has experienced nearly every Zoolander-esque scenario imaginable—sits down with us to dispel stereotypes and demystify what it means to be one of the beautiful people.
INSTINCT: Okay, I’ll just get right down to it. You’re absolutely gorgeous. I bet you get that all the time.
BOBBY BOYD: Thank you, but no. In L.A. everyone is like ten times hotter.
How did you get into modeling?
I was just walking down the street and a scout approached me and asked if I wanted to model. I said no at first but after I met some of the other guys, I decided it would be a good way to help me pay for college.
What did you study?
International Business at San Francisco State.
Who is worse to deal with—male models or female models?
It’s 50/50. But I get along with female models better because the guys have too much ego.
But you’re not one of those self-centered male models, right?
I’m too humble for my own good. Not that I’m such a great person or anything, but I just don’t see myself as what some people might say.
Have you ever been in a model fight?
When I was 17, I did a Ralph Lauren show and this obnoxious guy threw a drink on me. I think he was jealous. He was older and one of the girls there was showing me more attention than him.
Wow, that’s straight up America’s Next Top Model-style. Speaking of, there are lots of reality shows out there that claim to expose the modeling industry for what it is. How accurate are they?
I’ve experienced everything from the worst to the best. I started at Elite when I was 16—until now. There have been the nasty photographers,cattiness and weird auditions. And I’ve also experienced the really reputable photographers who uphold their reputations, if that makes any sense. Some of them aren’t what they say that are. It’s dangerous out there. Especially for the young [models].
Tell me more about the less glamorous side of this industry.
The diet’s not glamorous. Waiting around isn’t either. And the food usually sucks on shoots. But I can’t complain because I’m working and happy to be doing so. Wait, the most unglamorous? The ego people. People with egos are horrible.
As glamorous as it seems from the outside looking in, there are lots of negative stereotypes about models. How have you dealt?
I kept it a secret in high school—the modeling, I mean. People think that it’s a girly job, that you’re anorexic and stupid and must not have a big brain if you’re doing it. I’ve faced every stereotype that you could face.
What would you say to other people who face issue like these—whether in the modeling industry, or the gay community, or just in their everyday lives?
Keep your head up. As long as you believe in yourself and are happy with yourself it’s going to shine through and make you successful. I know it sounds clichéd, but once I stopped caring what people thought about me, I started working a lot more. Keep focused, do what you love and things will work out.
I’m sure nobody had anything bad to say about your body.
Believe or not, they did. Even my agent used to call me “fatty.”
What were you were like in high school?
I hung out with everyone—the stoners, the geeky kids, the popular guys. I just fit in any group. I was in the Black Student Union and the Asian Pacific Islander Club. I was eclectic growing up. Probably went through every emotion that every other kid went through. Are you single or taken?
I don’t know. Not either. [Laughs]
This is an exciting month for politics. Do you keep up with current events?
My dad is a huge politics freak so I’m always trying to keep up with him.
What are your thoughts on the upcoming presidential race?
America is ready for a woman. Who better to have than someone who has been there? Hillary has so much experience. We’re definitely ready. I’m looking forward to America getting back its reputation, instead of having everyone hate us.
On to another famous Hilary…Hilary Duff or Lindsay Lohan?
I love Lindsay. I’ve hung out with her. She’s such a smart person. I don’t know Hilary. Lindsay is deep down one of the smartest young girls out there. She’s just made some bad decisions. I would say Lindsay Lohan takes the win.
How about Rosie O’Donnell? Has she crossed the line yet?
No way! I love Rosie. I’ve loved her since her talk show. She speaks her mind. She says what mostcelebrities wouldn’t. I have so much respect. I would love to work with her. Call me, Rosie!
Do you have a day job?
I work in real estate and real estate development for Sotheby’s, mostly in Beverly Hills and Malibu.
Wow, that’s excellent. Have you sold lots of fabulous houses?
When I first started I had a listing for $6,000,000. At the same time I was selling a condo for $450,000. To me there wasn’t a difference. It was just about doing the best job, finding someone the right fit.
So you’re a working man. What’s a typical nonworking weekend look like for you?
I’m a homebody. I’ll cook a big dinner on Fridays. Hang out with friends, play board games, lie in bed with my animals, watch all my TiVoed shows. Saturday I jog on the beach, maybe breakfast in a small cafe, shopping, lunch, movie, dinner, dancing. Long brunches on Sunday, lots of champagne, catching up with friends after a hectic week.
I bet you get hit on in the clubs all the time.
Yeah, if people are drunk. I usually get the drunk people. [Laughs] And girls because they have more guts. My friends always tell me that I seem standoffish and stuck up and I’m like, ‘What? I’m the biggest dork! What are you talking about?’
So people shouldn’t be intimidated?
No way! I’m nice. Come say hi. Let’s do a shot! Unless I’m modeling that week. [Laughs]
INSTINCT INQUIRES - Get To Know Bobby Boyd
Guilty Pleasure?
Always chocolate.
Dogs or Cats?
I’ve had a cat since my third birthday. But recently I’ve started liking dogs more.
Whitney or Cher?
Music-wise I prefer Whitney. I relate a little more to her.
Sports car or SUV?
Definitely sports car. I like to be low to the ground.
Favorite American Idol?
Kelly Clarkson. She has it all.
Best Advice?
Love what you do and you’ll be successful at it.
http://instinctmagazine.com/cover-story/bobby-boyd---model-behavior.html
He did a Ralph Lauren show???
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don't know him well enough to ID him, but apparently he modeled in a 2003 Joseph S. Domingo show. Here's the link to the site. http://www.photo-freelancer.com/events/e031108_domingo/index.html
Good luck d&g_fan!
Good luck d&g_fan!
