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OHLALA INTERVIEW: GLENN DOUGLAS PACKARD

There’s more to Glenn Douglas Packard than just being Brooke Hogan’s gbff on the hit VH1 show Brooke Knows Best. Glenn is world-renowned choreographer and has worked with such artists as P!nk, Missy Elliot, Whitney, Britney, Beyonce and Justin Timberlake, to name a few.

Glenn’s biggest achievement was earning an Emmy nom for his work on Michael Jackson’s 30th anniversary concert. Deeply saddened by the news of Michael’s untimely passing, Glenn says he is grateful to have had the chance to work with the King of Pop and will cherish his memory.



Q: As one reality star to another, what advice would you give to The Hill’s Spencer Pratt?
GDP: Buy a one way ticket to somewhere other that the United States so that we don’t have to hear or see you anymore.

Q: Do you believe his madness is really an act to score ratings?

GDP: There has to be some truth to it. He wouldn’t be doing the stupid ass things he is doing if it wasn't in him to be that way.  I bet he was that unpopular kid in school that wanted the attention so bad, but only got it from his mommy.  And now all the attention he is getting is going straight to his head.  I would love to sit in one of his therapy sessions.  Can you imagine?

Q: What misconceptions do reality fans have of their stars?

GDP: We’re more than just what you see on TV. A lot of fans see me as Brooke’s gay best friend. They don’t realize that I have been working in the business with some of the top artists in the world – including Michael Jackson and Liza Minelli - and I am really good choreographer.  You don’t get to see much of my moves on the show.

Q: How will you remember Michael?

GDP: I will remember Michael for his music and how he inspired other people. Nobody will ever have the kind of stardom that he had around the world. He was one of the greatest icons ever, and it was a real honor to work with him for one of his last performances.

Q: Is it true he gave you a special performance of Billy Jean?
GDP: 
We were doing a sound check for the anniversary special and we had to run ‘Billy Jean’. He did that number with only the crew and me in the audience. It was a very intimate performance. Michael putting on that white glove and performing ‘Billie Jean’ – it was an amazing moment. Not many people got to see something like that, a private performance.

Q: What’s the best thing about being on a hit reality show?

GDP: It’s a dream come true for me. The show has opened new doors of opportunity for me. It’s exciting. I have been working behind the scenes for a while and then was asked if I was comfortable with being a gay man to be in front of the camera, and I was ready to do all the things in front of the camera or the limelight that I always wanted to see the stars I was working with do.  Like give 100%, talk to the fans, make your dreams into a reality. It really is big moment right now for me, doors have opened...now I have to walk thru it with my head held high!  Im really happy right now.



Q: Worst?
GDP: There isn't, I make the best of out of any situation, its the kind of man I am. HELLO have you heard the story where I almost had my leg amputated and then learned to walk again, started dancing and eventually got dance side by side with the king of pop MICHAEL JACKSON?  I will take something bad and turn it into something good!


Q: Is the media fair to Brooke?

GDP: The media wasn’t fair to Michael and I don’t think they’re fair to Brooke either. I don’t think they give her credit as an artist. The girl really can sing and write. The media is too wrapped up in her family drama.

Q: As Brooke’s GBFF, how do you console her through the hard times?

GDP: No, I don’t think they give her the credit as an artist, because the girl can sing, she can play the piano, and she is a great writer.  They can't stop to take a look at that, they are too wrapped up in the fact that she looks like a man, her family drama, the fake boobs, and who she is banging.

Q: On a recent episode, Brooke was paid a wad of cash to attend a party.  What she didn’t realize is that it was a swinger’s party.  Has that ever happened to you?
GDP: 
Hello, I'm a gay guy. I have swingers coming up to me asking, "interested in coming home with my wife & me" all the time.  No thanks.  I can say I have some good juicy stories on MR. Lou Pearlman (the man that gave you NSYNC & BACKSTREET BOYS).  I was part of a boy band project he was working on. He used to have us meet him in his house or at a hotel room if we where out of town. He was very fond of me and another one of the boy band members. He would always ask us to take of our shirts to "see if we were staying in shape". Then after awhile I started to tell him, "No, why don’t you take your shirt off". Because I was a dancer and always choreographing too, I was always sore. He would tell me he was a license massage therapist and could work out the sore muscles. After the first time I knew, he was just getting off rubbing our young hot studly bodies!  Really makes me sad to think of all the young guys that were trying to reach for their dreams and someone like that took advantage of them.  I’m sure you will be hearing a lot more stories on him. I know I have more.



Q: What would your fans be surprised to learn about you?

GDP: I want to direct, even act in horror films one day.  I love a great scary movie!  I’m always trying to find one I haven't seen, on horror fan sites, like Bloody Disgusting.  I have a treatment for a horror film I wrote and I hope to get it to the big screen one day.  I'm a big fan of Sam Raimi. He came from the same school I went to: Michigan State University. He started his directing career doing horror films like Evil Dead and is now doing blockbuster superhero stuff like Spiderman. I’m a comic book geek.

Q: What do you wear to sleep?
GDP: 
Pajama bottoms!  I like that look of no shirt, socks, underwear, just flannel pajama bottoms.  I think it's sexy.

Q: When it’s all said and done, what do you hope to be remembered for?

GDP: At the risk of sounding like a pageant contestant, I want to be remembered as someone who lived life as one adventure after another and inspired people along the way doing it.

Michael Jackson concert video Wanna Be Starting Something (bellow), opening number for Michael Jackson's 30th Anniversary special choreographed by BT and Glenn Douglas Packard

INTERNATIONAL JOCK INTRODUCES HARRY

International Jock has had the good fortune to have just completed a photo shoot with 20-year old British model Harry Tucker. Photographer (and International Jock founder) John Sievers had this to say about working with Harry:

This is the first photo shoot that Harry’s done since arriving in the USA a little over two weeks ago and it was also his first mens underwear shoot. He was, understandably, a little nervous at first but he did a wonderful job and I’m very pleased with the results. Harry has great looks, an engaging and lively personality and a lovely English accent. He was a very good sport about everything I asked him to do, even though his agent thought he might be reluctant to shoot the bedroom scenes. The only thing he declined to wear was a jockstrap by itself out in the garden.

We did the shoot at a private garden cottage up in the Hollywood Hills and shot some Calvin Klein, DKNY and Speedo swimwear. The shots I took of Harry in the shower were particularly fun to do! In the nine years I've been working with models here at International Jock, he's undoubtedly one of the best and I’m sure he has a big career ahead of him.

After the shoot, we sat down for a quick interview:



Q: Harry, I've really enjoyed working with you on the two shoots we've done. But I know that you’d never done any underwear or swimwear modeling before. What was it like for you?
Harry: Well, it seemed a bit weird at first. Made me a little nervous. But I’m got used to the idea and it was actually quite a good time. Wearing the briefer, skimpy items was a bit odd but no matter, the pay was great.

Q: What kind of underwear do you usually wear?
Harry: I almost always wear boxer briefs.

Q: Do you wear anything to bed? Do you sleep in the nude or wear pajamas or what?
Harry: Most often I wear a pair of my boxer briefs and a t-shirt when I sleep.

Q: And what about for swimming or a day at the beach. What do you wear?
Harry: I like to wear board shorts. I’m excited to be in L.A. because I’m eager to try my hand at surfing again – I surfed a bit in Spain when I lived there and it was really fun.

Q: How do you feel about the idea that there will be all these photos of you wearing underwear on the internet and men and women will be lusting after you?
Harry: Well, again, it seems a bit weird but I’m Ok with it. When you’re a model it’s part of the job.

Q: How old are you and where did you grow up?
Harry: I’m 20 years old and will be 21 in August. I was born in Bath, England and went to school there for a while. Then my family moved to Alicante, Spain where I lived for nine years. Then I moved back to England to be with my girlfriend in London. She was a dancer and it was through her that I met a modeling agent in London and got my start.

Q: Did you learn to speak Spanish?
Harry: Oh yes, I speak it fluently – it should help me a lot living here in Los Angeles



Q: What kind of work did you do before you started modeling?
Harry: I was in construction and did air conditioning work, plumbing and general construction of all kinds. It was hard work and I did it seven days a week for quite a while.

Q: How do you like being a model compared to working in construction?
Harry: What can I say – it is just so different.

Q: You’ve got an incredible body. How do you stay in shape – do you work out or play sports?
Harry: My body looks pretty good just naturally I suppose. I really don’t go to the gym that much – maybe two or three times a week. When I was a schoolboy I played football and rugby, but prefer action sports. I love motocross and had my own bike and raced competitively when I was a teenager.

Q: Wasn’t that dangerous?
Harry: Yeah. It seems like I spent half my life in hospital! (laughs) I had quite a few crash ups. Broke my leg and hip, cracked my skull once, broke some ribs and got pretty banged up. I do like to live life on the edge though. I have that need for speed – jet skiing, motocross, anything fast. I also like shooting.

Q: Hunting or target shooting?
Harry: Mainly target shooting. I’ve only been in Los Angeles for a little over a week and have already found a range and have gone shooting. It’s brilliant.

Q: What about your diet, do you eat anything special to keep your body in shape?
Harry: I like the usual stuff, meat and salads, spinach, nothing out of the ordinary. I eat a lot too. I suppose I am a high-energy person and burn a lot of calories.

Q: How long do you plan to stay in the States?
Harry: Well, I have a return ticket back to the UK the first week of July, but I love it here and the modeling career seems to be going well so my agent wants me to stay on. I probably will stay for awhile – not sure how long – maybe a year or two if I get on well.

Q: What is most surprising to you about L.A.? How is it different that what you expected?
Harry: No roundabouts, so many fast food places and driving on the right side of the road is more of a challenge than I had expected.

Q: What about your family – tell me about them?
Harry: My parents are both very cool. I have a brother who’s two years older than I am. We used to fight a lot when we were young, but we get along famously now. He’s at University now.



Q: What about your ethnic makeup? Are you totally British or a mixture of something else?
Harry: I’m 100% English. My family has lived in Bath England for as far back as anyone can remember. But I really preferred the lifestyle in Spain to that in England. The weather is so much better and it’s much more laid back. And, so far, I’m enjoying L.A. better than England too.

Q: What happened to your girlfriend?
Harry: We broke up in England about a month ago. It was really painful after four years with her, but it was because of that change that I guess I got motivated to make a move and come here to L.A. and so far it’s been brilliant.

Q: So you’re single and available?
Harry: Yes! (laughs)

+ International Jock

CHICO'S ANGELS Q&A

They are totally crazy fun and that's why we love them. We already featured the girls while they were filming with the hunky Steven Hill [Chico's Angels with Steven Hills] Meet Kay Sedia, Chita Parol and Frieda Laye aka Chico's Angels.



What is your greatest fear?

Kay: One day it might not be all about me.
Chita: Someone might get too close.
Frieda: One day the sun might burn out.

If you were reincarnated as some other plant or animal, what would it be?

Kay: I would be a plant, a big yellow paper mache flower...plant!
Chita: High heel boots. Does that count? They probably used to be a cow.
Frieda: I would be a penguin, I always wanted to fly.

What turns you on creatively, spiritually or emotionally?

Kay: creatively-colorful airtight plastic, spiritually-a perfectly grown watermelon emotionally-when a man says, "do you want to supersize that?"
Chita: Creatively dance, spiritually a fist fight, emotionally anyone being nice to me, but no one is ever nice to me.
Frieda: creatively a busy street corner, spiritually Glade air freshener, Juarez Nights scent or emotionally The movie Bambi that Thumper make me laugh.

What is your most treasure possession?

Kay: My beauty.
Chita: My brains.
Frieda: My copy of "Sweet Charity" on betamax.

What is your favorite occupation?

Kay: Selling Tupperware, 'cause with modeling, you don't always know what's plastic, with Tupperware you can never go wrong.
Chita: Whichever one I get to hit the most people.
Frieda: I'm not picky, they are mostly the same thing anyways, as long as the name is in between quotation marks: "Hostess" Masseuse" "Dancer"

What scares you less botox or knife ?

Kay: Aye, they both scary, why would you put anything in your face that isn't food?
Chita: None those scare me, I ain't afraid of nothing! Just try to come at me with a knife or a botox, I'll kick your butt!
Frieda: I like the knife cause I can use it to cut cheese, but I like to get a pat on the botox once in a while so, I answer botox.

Who are your favorite heroes of fiction?

Kay: I love the Fanta girls! I'm sorry, the Fantanas!! they are my heros.
Chita: Dirty Harry and Debbie Allen.
Frieda: I don't have any, I use lubrication.

What is your motto?

Kay: "Don't be jealous of my life!"
Chita: "Get it right, or I'll kick you in the knees."
Frieda: "One in the hand don't cost as much as two in the bush."

What is your goal in life?

Kay: To always share my beauty and to always get the man.
Chita: To find someone who loves me for who I am, and who I don't have to beat up.
Frieda: To live for today at tomorrow's price.

Chico's Angels are performing at The Cavern Club Theater in Silver Lake the since June 11 thru July 19th. Thursdays & Sundays at 8pm and Fridays & Saturdays at 9pm.

INTERVIEW WITH MODEL BRYAN THOMAS

Bryan Thomas is a regular hunk on OhLaLa. Today we got the chance to ask this model a few question about his life, new projects and also share with you some new very sexy photos by Kevin Mcdermott and Rick Day.

Q: What turns you on creatively, spiritually or emotionally?

BT: I am always asking myself what’s next? How can I better myself ? Now these question apply to both my personal and professional career. I love setting new goals working hard at them and the breaking through to the next level. I have only been modeling for 2 years now but I can remember looking at fitness magazines and telling myself that’s going to be me. This was even before I had the body to do it!

Most people don’t know this but my true passion is being on the other side of the camera. I love writing short skits, filming and even producing. I am currently working on a fitness DVD that will highlight how I went from Joe Schmoe to fitness model. I am going to feature my diet, How to train at home and in local parks for free, gym workouts and how to supplement for less! We might also throw in some behind the scenes footage from shoots.

This project really turns me on as I am financing the entire thing. I will of course be the primary model of the video and I will also be working on the production side. So I will be giving 110% creatively, spiritually or emotionally.

I have also recently gotten into photography and I love everything about it. I can lose myself for hours when shooting anything from an apple to a person! I LOVE IT!

My latest passion is acting. I have finally begun to take the necessary steps to move closer to this dream by enrolling myself in formal acting class. (Thank you Tom Cullis!) For years I have been involved in filming/writing short skits with my friends. Up until now it has only been a hobby. I am ready to move forward and turn this dream into a reality.

I just recently played an interesting role in an indi film called “Night Heat” shot in Philadelphia. My character was a pretty boy named “Garett” who came from a well to do family but felt the need to sell drugs. I will post a link on my blog as soon as the film is completed.



Q: Your most marked characteristic?

BT: I love to help people. It’s what God put me on this earth to do bottom line. I Love promoting natural health and fitness. I can remember when no one would listen to me and now that I am a cover model people can’t stop asking all types of questions regarding nutrition and working out. I am also a certified personal trainer and helping people lose weight or tone up is something I love to do.

I believe that proper health and fitness can create a better world. Not only does exercising and healthy eating make us look and feel better but it also creates a healthy productive environment. Try feeling bad after going on a nice 5 mile run or jog on a nice day. It’s impossible! Doubt me? Lace up your Nikes and Just Do It!

I am doing LIVE webcast from a new website called TheCamHunks.com many people from around the world come in and ask advice from myself and the other fitness models that appear on the site. It’s a really cool concept and its guys who not only talk the talk but walk the walk. I mean look at these guys!



Q: When and where were you happiest?

BT: Right now! Things are going great in both my personal and professional career. I am really excited about what the future has to offer. And to be honest with you I’m not sure exactly what career path I will choose but I like to have a few options as of rite now. I am able to turn negative events and tragedy into positive things. If you can learn how to do this nothing can stop you… Ever.

Q: What is your most treasured possession?

BT: My family my friends and my health. I hold these gifts very close to my heart and I am very grateful to be so blessed. There is no physical possession that could bring me as much joy and happiness.

Q: What do you most value in people?

BT: A sense of humor and a great outlook on life.

Q: Where would you like to live?

BT: Hopefully California and hopefully sometime very soon! I absolutely love everything about San Diego. I am even willing to go as far as shedding my tuff guy east coast skin for it! Yes I am one of those Philadelphia sports fans. ya know the ones that get the bad rap for being too passionate about their sports team!

Q: Who are your favorite heroes of fiction?

BT: Batman and Governor Schwarzenegger.

Q: Your favorite virtue?

BT: Perseverance, integrity and an offbeat sense of humor.

Q: What do you wear when you sleep?

BT: My bed sheets and a blanket.



Q: Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

BT: I see myself writing books that pertain to health and fitness or at least having someone else write the books for me! Since I don’t think I am all that great of a writer. Maybe I will be involved with film or television. Not sure what side of the camera I will be on but either way it doesn’t matter.

Health and fitness will always be a part of my life and as I grow I plan to gown with it. When I reach my 30’s I already have planned to put out workout/nutritional DVD that pertains to guys in their 30’s. That might be the only good thing about getting older!

I am also interested in a career in the financial industry as a financial advisor. I know I have a few career paths on the table here but it’s ok I intend to live a long life and I love to explore so why not.

I have so many thoughts and ideas I just need to get them out there! I can’t really sit still so I need to put this all on paper. I think they call this ADD but I would just like to think I am a just very creative guy with lots of passion and energy for this thing we call life!

I also hope to be happily married living in California with a few gorgeous blue eyed children.

Bryan Thomas Thanks: My Mom and Dad, My friends and family, Bruno Rand(who talked me into NOT quitting modeling), Kevin Mcdermott, Troy Phillips, Rick Day, Silver Model Management. And last but not least 2 gentlemen from France by the names of Alek (with a “K”) and Steph!

OHLALA INTERVIEW DAVID RICH

This year model David Rich decided to start his own underwear line and we sat down to ask him a few questions about it:

Ohlalamag: How did you can across using bamboo fabric for underwear?

David: Originally I was going to use cotton or polyester like most other bands. Then a girl at a photo shoot told me, “you have to use bamboo fabric because its so soft”. I was like “bamboo, from a tree”? I did some research that night and realized that bamboo is good for the environment, an eco friendly fabric. It's also good for you cause its naturally anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal. But the best part is that it's so soft, which is really important for underwear.



Ohlala: What kind of feedback have you been getting so far?

David: People are loving how soft the underwear is and how well it fits their body, and of course makes their butt look great. People also love the fact that Rich Underwear gives you extra room up front for your “junk”. We don’t want you feeling smashed. Our biggest complaint is people asking us for more styles and colors. We started off with 4 different looks and we are working to making more style available in the future.

Ohlala: Where can people get this underwear?

David: Right now I have them for sale at www.RichUnderwear.com. I plan to get them in stores soon too. I also made a Hot Underwear Workout DVD at www.UndrwearDVD.com, if you want to get a better body so you look even better when you wear your underwear;).

OHLALA INTERVIEWANDREW DIPALMA by ALEK & STEPH

Film and television actor Andrew DiPalma was raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia and began performing at age 6, when he learned to play saxophone, clarinet, guitar and piano. In high school, he relocated to Atlanta, where he performed in numerous theater productions and won statewide and regional awards.

DiPalma’s work earned him a prestigious drama scholarship to attend The University of Georgia. Upon graduation, he returned to Atlanta to begin his professional career in acting and enjoyed a year-and-a-half stint with the Southeast’s longest running comedy, “Peachtree Battle.” As a result of his success on the show, he secured multiple regional and national commercials.

In 2006, DiPalma moved to Los Angeles and quickly gained attention for his work in television and film. His many projects have included such films as We Are Marshall, starring opposite Matthew McConaughey and Kate Mara for director McG; Killer Movie, starring opposite Paul Wesley and Kaley Cuoco for director Jeff Fisher; and the upcoming horror Deadgirl, for directors Marcel Sarmiento and Gadi Harel. This fall, he will be co-starring in the much-anticipated feature The Joneses, opposite David Duchovny and Demi Moore.

In television, he has co-starred in the groundbreaking ABC Family series The Middleman. Currently, DiPalma may be seen in platinum-selling artist Lady Gaga’s latest video, “Paparazzi.”

DiPalma lives in Los Angeles and is represented by Michael Greene and Associates in Beverly Hills.

+ Andrew DiPalma Official Site
+ Andrew DiPalma Facebook
+ Contact Andrew DiPalma



Who is Andrew DiPalma ?
I'm an actor from the East Coast - I was born in Philadelphia and moved to the South for high school and college. I have been in LA for 2 years and I love it. I focus primarily on TV and Film work - and I love doing commercials and print. I speak fluent Spanish and love to travel. I've been really lucky with my journey out here in LA - I've teamed up with a lot of great people and things are really falling into place for me. I'm grateful for the way things have turned out.

Where have we seen you before ?
My first film was in 2006 with Kate Mara and Matthew McConaughey called "We Are Marshall," where I played a Marshall University student co-starring with Kate. I recently did a film called Deadgirl, a coming-of-age horror film where I played the quintessential high school "jock" - which was a much edgier, darker role for me. Deadgirl debuted last September at the Toronto International Film Festival during Midnight Madness to sold out screenings and is set for Theatrical release this upcoming July. I had a co-starring role on ABC Family's "The Middleman" as well.

What are your upcoming projects ?
I just finished shooting "The Joneses" which starrs David Duchovny and Demi Moore. I was cast to play David Duchovny's golf instructor. That is due out sometime this year.

Where did you go to college?
I went to The University of Georgia. I have a degree in Spanish, and a degree in Advertising.

What is your favorite city?
My favorite city is Barcelona. I lived there for a year in college to study Spanish. It is, without a doubt, the perfect city for me.

How do you stay in shape ?
I work out :) Going to the gym has become therapeutic for me. I have a ways to go...

What do you enjoy doing in you free time?
Free time - what free time? I work a lot and keep really busy. I like catching up on movies and TV shows that I'm usually behind on.

Where do you see your self 5 years from now?
In five years I hope to have a very successful career in the public eye underway and lots of philanthropic work.



Andrew DiPalma also landed a role in Lady Gaga Paparazzi video. The third single from Lady GaGa’s highly successful debut album, The Fame. Gaga describes her video as “the most amazing creative work that I’ve put together so far. It has a real, genuine, powerful message about fame-whoring and death and the demise of the celebrity, and what that does to young people.”

The video was not set to premiere until June 4, 2009 however, due to a leak, Lady GaGa chose to debut her video today.



In the gallery below more photos of Andrew DiPalma by Alek & Steph.

DARE TO BARE! RISTEFSKY MACHEDA

No one knows fun in the sun better than an Aussie. With its white sandy shores and high crashing surf and of course, those deeply tanned, lean-muscled, bleach blonde Adonises splashing around in it the beach lifestyle is synonymous with Australia.



It’s no wonder the top swim designers all hail from down under. Billabong and Aussiebum are some of the best known, but other designers like Ristefsky Macheda are introducing more adult friendly collections this summer. Ristefsky Macheda is also unveiling an exciting new style of brief it dares you to wear.



Why has Australia become the leader of swimwear?
RM: The beach lifestyle is a big part of Aussie culture.

Do you surf?
RM: We spend a lot of time at the beach. After all, it’s market research for us. But we leave the surfing to the professionals. We just want to make them look fashionable.

What new swimwear are you introducing this summer?
Stephen Ristefsky: Our 2009 collection features the St Tropez board short in navy and white stripes and several swim trunks with sports shields featuring the Australian Southern Cross. We’re mixing a European influence with the relaxed Australian lifestyle.



How have companies like Billabong and Aussiebum helped your brand?
RM: They have raised awareness for swimwear designs that come out of Australia. We really do enjoy a wealth of fashion talent down under.

How is Ristefsky Macheda different than Aussiebum?
RM: The major distinction is that we are a European-influenced label that draws upon designer principles, yet incorporates the relaxed Australian lifestyle into our creations. We believe our swimwear strikes a nice balance between provocative and stylish. Ristefsky Macheda is a representation of cosmopolitan Australia. We are what the trendy city men are wearing.

What is your most popular suit?
RM: Our signature cut curved board short is our most popular. It is a typical boardie, styled for surf and water activities, but also meant to look good.

Why have most men resisted the bikini square cut?
RM: Not everyone can pull them off. Our cut, however, is more relaxed and masculine. We’re hoping the design might appeal to men who would not have considered daring to bare before.

Speaking of daring to bare, Dare is actually the name of your new brief line.
RM: Yes, we just unveiled the bold new Dare Brief. The response has been fantastic. Once again, our mission was to make active wear that allows men to have fun, but still be stylish and refined.

Mission Accomplished. What inspired the Dare collection?
RM: The slumping global economy.



How so?
RM: The bold colors are meant to send a message of strength to men that we need not be fearful in this economic downturn. It is our hope that when putting on and taking off the Dare brief, it will remind men that life is meant to be colorful. Even in dark times, there is always room for brightness.

How do the Dare briefs compare with other fun-derwear brands?
RM: Ristefsky Macheda is a fashion label that incorporates strict elements of fashion into our collections. We have never used gimmicky or cute prints in our collections, nor will we. The Dare brief represents confidence and individuality, without compromising the classic Ristefsky Macheda style.

Which is the most popular color?
RM: So far, the red and black briefs seem to be the most popular, but we’re predicting the yellow and blue will pull ahead this summer.

+ Ristefsky Macheda Official Site

INTERVIEW WITH CONNOR ROSS DRIFTWOOD

From Tim Sullivan, director of the cult horror-comedy '2001 Maniacs', comes DRIFTWOOD, a contemporary ghost story-cum-murder mystery set in the stark confines of a young men's 'attitude adjustment facility'. We have already interviewed the director and wrote about this great movie, but for its UK DVD release we were lucky to get to ask a few questions probably the cutest of all the actors Connor Ross. Bellow you will find 2 series of photos PRETTY SCARY, and the PSYCHO REDUX, both shoot by: PAULA BURR.

Q: What turns you on creatively, spiritually or emotionally?
CR: When I am acting with someone, and the connection between the two of us is so real and we are so "in the moment" that the emotion becomes TRUE emotion. Being truthful can make a switch to being true, when real emotion overtakes the scene. Its is a really awesome feeling. So I guess you could say that turns me on?? haha.

Q: Your most marked characteristic?
CR: Ummmm... I guess it would be that I am a nice guy? Or that I am EXTREMELY charming. ;-)

Q: When and where were you happiest?
CR: For the most part, I am always pretty happy. I try to make the most of my life and see the good parts of it at all times, or as I like to say, "Its all good."

Q: What is your most treasure d possession?
CR: I think everyone's most treasured possession, along with mine, would have to be friends and family. And a creative mind.

Q: What do you most value in people?
CR: I value Honesty. I also think that all people should have a devil's advocate. It is always good to be able to see things from different perspectives.

Q: Where would you like to live?
CR: At some point in my life I think I'd like to live on the beach somewhere. Not really sure exactly where, just somewhere with a nice view, nice beach, and close to some good waves.



Q: Who are your favorite heroes of fiction?
CR: Wow, there are so many. I mean my whole LIFE is movies and fiction. I'd have to relate back to my earliest "favorite fiction character," Ethan Hunt(Tom Cruise) from the Mission Impossible series.

Q: Your favorite virtue?
CR: Love.

Q: What do you wear when yousleep ?
CR: hmmmmm, this is an odd question. haha sorry. But generally just some basketball shorts, or boxers.

Q: Where do you see your self 5 years from now ?
CR: Well. I know where I hope to see myself. haha. I'd like to be comfortably established and known actor in the industry, and have my own house somewhere.

VALENTINO THE LAST EMPERORInterview With Director Matt Tyrnauer

Photo by : Ted Alexandre

Valentino: The Last Emperor, produced and directed by Matt Tyrnauer, Special Correspondent for Vanity Fair magazine, is an intimate and engaging fly-on-the-wall exploration of the singular world of one of Italy's most famous men. The film documents the colorful and dramatic closing act of Valentino's celebrated career, tells the story of his extraordinary life, and explores the larger themes affecting the fashion business today. At the heart of the film is the unique relationship between Valentino and his business partner and companion of 50 years, Giancarlo Giammetti. Here follows the Ohlala Interview with movie creator Matt Tyrnauer:



Q: Tell us about Valentino The Last Emperor experience ?
MT: Surreal at times. Blissful at others. Like all major projects, 7th ring of hell on occasion. This is a movie that on its surface is about fashion, about the designer Valentino, but there are other layers of complexity. It's really, in fact, a love story about Valentino and his partner of 50 years, Giancarlo Giammetti. This relationship is a proto-gay marriage: a partnership of exquisite complexity and almost supernatural closeness. It is also fascinating to watch. It’s the core of the movie. The relationship is why I wanted to make the movie. I am not a fashion writer. For me the movie has fashion as a backdrop to a universal story of love and commitment, about going someplace together, and achieving your dreams together. This for two men is rather hard to do. But I was fascinated by this partnership that endured and also, by the by, produced a multi-billion dollar empire. The movie chronicles the end of that empire, as the light on the world of haute couture is practically extinguished with the retirement of Valentino.The experience of actually making the film brought me to Rome about once a month, where I entered the world of Valentino: where the halls are perfumed each day before his arrival, every meal is served by waiters with white gloves, and five pugs fly private. It all sounds very cozy and beautiful, and it is. But there were challenges: Valentino and Giancarlo, being Olympic class control freaks, were not easy to work with. That is not to say that they are not extraordinary and worth the trouble, but they are just used to things being done their way. I had final cut on a film about them, so I was sometimes a thorn in their side, and they let me know that without any hesitation. Valentino was losing it left and right, sometimes on camera. He is given to some fits in the course of the work day, and you have to give him that. He is a perfectionist genius. Giancarlo, much the same for his end of things, the business. He can pitch a good, effective, fit. I put a lot of Valentino's explosions in the movie, as I think they help communicate the full idea of who he is. (Did he like that? No. Did he ask me not to do it? More or less. But I told him many times: If you come off looking like a perfect rare flower, you will not be admired at the end of this film. You need to show some struggle, some flaws. And he does, and he is happy now that he does. He says he accepts it, and he sees that the public only loves him more for showing his flaws.) Suffice it to say that even on the eve of the Venice Film Festival, where we had our world premiere, Valentino and Giancarlo still had grave doubts about the film, and specifically their roles. After the screening (1,600 in the sale grande on the Lido), the movie got a standing ovation, and Valenitno burst into tears. They have embraced the movie since that day.



Q: What turns you on creatively, spiritually or emotionally?
MT: The films of Robert Aldrich, John Ford and Howard Hawks; the writing of Gore Vidal and Edith Wharton; southern Italy, the presidency of Barack Obama.

Q: Your most marked characteristic?
MT: Blond hair, blue eyes, Jew. What you see is not always what you get.

Q: What is your greatest fear in life?
MT: Italy will become more like France.

Q: When and where were you happiest?
MT: Commuting from New York to Rome film this movie.



Q: What is your most treasured possession?
MT: My collection of signed Gore Vidal first editions.

Q: What do you most value in people?
MT: Humor.

Q: Where would you like to live?
MT: Commuting between L.A., New York and Naples, Italy, would be ideal.

Q: Where do you see your self five years from now ?
MT: Che sarà, sarà. Live in the moment.



Valentino: The Last Emperor opens in Los Angeles at the Sunset 5 on April 3rd. Bellow you can find a special gallery of steals and promotional material. Enjoy.

MODEL ANDREI ANDREI TALKS TO OHLALAAn interview in Tel Aviv by Avshalom Halutz

A couple of days ago we had the pleasure to feature on OhLaLa the gorgeous model Andrei Andrei in a very hot exclusive photoshoot by Bogdan Stanga [Andrei Andrei by Bogdan Stanga for OhLaLa]

Today Avshalom Halutz our correspondant from Tel Aviv is bringing back the heat with an exclusive interview and some sexy candid shots he did during the interview.

Andrei has an official site [Andrei Andrei Portfolio] and also a great blog where you will be able to follow the glamorous life of a sexy male model [Andrei's Blog Versatile Me] Don't you love that name !!? ;-)



Q: Where were you born?
A: I was born in Arad, Romania in 1983 and grew up in Timisoara, in the western part of the country.

Q: What did you study?
A: I have a degree in IT studies from the University, but now I'm a full time model.

Q: What kind of clothes do you like wearing?
A: I really like simple stuff ..something I can take off easily... That's why I love the summer so much

Q: What made you start your own blog?
A: Well, a friend that I met in Turkey had a blog for some time and he was very excited about it. I thought it could be a good idea to start one as well, somewhere I could keep track of my life and travels, and than to be able to share it with others [Andrei's Blog Versatile Me]

Q: What's your secret for those amazing abs?
A: I was a fat kid and everybody used to make fun of me. I knew I had to show them that I can do better, so I started going to the gym and never stopped since... Now they are all fat AND old...

Q: Where did you travel?
A: I have visited some countries I could have never visited without having this job... I've been all around Asia, covered almost all of Europe and now plan to take over the US... I'm heading there in about a week!

More photos of Andrei Andrei in the gallery below.