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  • Miami YouTuber Crystal Zele

    Miami YouTuber Crystal Zele

    Hi! Thank you for having me haha. Sure, My name is Crystal, born and raised in Miami FL. I have a YouTube channel, “CrysASMR” where I help my audience relax or sleep.

    My favorite place is the beach. I love hearing music, my all time favorite food is seafood, I’m also intuitive, I didn’t know I was great at drawing and painting until I had a art class in high school. Overall, I’m just a chill person.

    What inspires your fashion style and where do you love to shop from?

    I love to interact with my supporters, reading sweet comments makes me smile. Filming is also fun and knowing I can make someone’s day or night is full filling. Back in 2013, I knew I wanted to make YouTube videos but I didn’t know about what. Late 2018, I made my first ASMR videos and I got too busy with work. In March 2020 during Coronavirus, I focused on my channel since everybody was quarantined and eventually it helped my channel. 

    What do you love about being a content creator and how long have you been one?

    To be honest, my parents always had a great sense of style, They inspired me as a little girl. I love to switch it up, I love neutral colors. I shop at Macys, YesStyle, H&M, Zara, Shein, whatever clothes grabs my attention, is where I buy. I don’t have a specific store but I’m obsessed with YesStyle at the moment. 

    Which is the best compliment you have received?

    The best compliment I’ve received is that I have a great aura and energy. I have received messages and comments from women and men telling me they can sense my easy outgoing personality as if they know me in real life. It really makes me happy, seriously.

    How do you like to spend your weekend nights?

    On my weekend nights, I enjoy going to restaurants, stay home to watch movies, or go over my sister’s house to watch UFC fights. It depends what’s planned on the weekend really…I’m down for anything.

    Is there something you’ve always wanted to do but have yet to find the time for it?

    Yes, I’ve always wanted to try modeling. I used to walk in a make believe runway as a little girl. I’m too short haha, but I hope one day I work with professional photographers for commercials and see myself in a billboard.

    Have you been in an embarrassing situation before that is funny now when looking back?

    Oh my God, yes! In my junior year in high school, I was in my ASL class (American Sign Language). My brace’s rubber bands popped in front of my classmates when I had to make a facial expression of the word “SCREAM”. We all laughed. 

    What is the funniest or lamest attempt a guy has tried to know you?

    Haha, oh boy! I don’t have a specific answer to that but maybe when I went to this date, he invited me for coffee, I love coffee so it was a great idea! He actually didn’t pay anything. He gave off cocky vibes, only talked about himself.  The next day and couple of days later he tried to get a second date to know me better…I never reached back. NEXT

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Crystal. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”? 

    Aw no problem! It’s a pleasure! For me, the word Sexy, is confidence, living life in your own terms and not caring what others think of you. Be determined and work hard.

    Follow the beautiful Crystal Zele on

    YouTube: youtube.com/c/crysasmr

    ASMR Instagram: instagram.com/crysasmr

    Personal Instagram : instagram.com/cryszele

    Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/cryszele

    My Merch: https://crys-asmr-merch.creator-spring.com/?

    Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cryszeledon

    TikTok: CRYSASMR

    Uncoming Projects: I’m looking forward to start my  business, expand my content on Youtube and all social media, and maybe in the future start a podcast show to help those who wants to start their social media journey

    Images courtesy of Crystal Zele

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  • Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist Sabrina Rowe

    Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist Sabrina Rowe

    Well, I’m a first-generation American, my Mom is from Puerto Rico and my Dad is from Panama, so I am Afro Latino. I am a proud New Yorker, born and raised in the Bronx. But now I claim Brooklyn because I’ve lived here for 20 years, which ironically is where my parents met at a disco in the late 70s. 

    What inspired you to be a makeup artist and hair stylist?

    Actually, I am a third-generation hairstylist. My mom and her mom were hairstylists, both traditional, and worked in salons. It was initially a means for me to be able to handle my own hair, and it has developed into a career that I love. I actually started doing makeup because I went to a performing arts high school where makeup and hair were part of the curriculum. It sounded fancier than what my mom did so I tried specializing in it first. Now I am obsessed with hair and only do makeup on request!

    Which 3 accessories are a must have that every lady should own?

    A pair of power heels that, when you slip them on, you feel like your most confident self, a jacket or coat that you can throw on and look chic no matter what you’re wearing underneath, and a fabulous pair of sunglasses. I consider those three things my armor. 

    If you could collaborate with anyone past or present, who will it be?

    Wow, that is a tough one. But probably Grace Jones. She is iconic, she is a risk-taker, and she is the queen of genderless fashion. I would have loved to work with her in the past and I would die to work with her now! 

    Is there a city or country you’ve always like to travel to for a holiday?

    For a city/country I’ve been to, Costa Rica because it is one of my favorite places on earth. It literally means “rich coast” and it holds up to the name. For a spot I haven’t been to, The Maldives. It looks absolutely stunning and in the middle of the Indian ocean, so I would love to enjoy unplugging amongst the turquoise magic. 

    Would you rather be able to control fire or water?

    Water, 100%. Water is life. I love to surf, and I’m a water kid, Both my parents are from the Caribbean. No droughts ever if I was controlling it!

    If you could time travel, what will you like to witness or experience?

    I would love to be a fly on the wall in ancient Egypt. 

    Does chivalry still exist today?

    No. Its textbook definition is the medieval knightly system, so no. Women have rights, jobs, wants, and needs. We don’t have knights anymore, so how could chivalry exist? Socially speaking, the act of politeness has just pivoted. Gender roles are completely different and I don’t subscribe to them. There are examples of chivalry that exist, just not in its true definition, and I am okay with that. 

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Sabrina. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”? 

    Sexy to me is an energy. I don’t think you need to look or be a certain way to be sexy, I think it is something that emanates when you vibe with someone that picks up what you’re putting down.

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    Her brand, NTRL by Sabs: www.ntrlbysabs.com

    Website: www.sabrinarowe.com 

    Instagram: @sabsthegoodgirl and @ntrlbysabs

    Images courtesy of Sabrina Rowe

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  • Makeup & Lifestyle Content Creator Sophia Buenaventura

    Makeup & Lifestyle Content Creator Sophia Buenaventura

    Hello to all SimplySxy readers out there! I am Sophia Buenaventura, Phia for short, a makeup and lifestyle content creator from the Philippines. I started creating content on Instagram (@phiabuena) around September 2020 when I was just 17. I used content creating as a way to audition for brands, explore my skills in photography, writing, makeup, and learn more about influencer marketing. I am now 18 years old, still with the same passion I had when I just started!

    Creating content, for me, was just a quarantine hobby that turned out to be something I genuinely enjoy doing. I am very thankful for the people who have inspired me to keep going, and the brands that have trusted me. I am currently an incoming college freshman, about to take up a BA Communications in the University of Santo Tomas and I hope to get into the field of Public Relations upon graduating.

    What is your fashion style like and where do you love to shop from?

    My fashion style, I must say, is a flavorful mix of current trends. What I wear each day really depends on my mood, in which I also match my makeup with it as well. As for shopping for clothes, I also go with what’s “in” right now. The current pandemic led to the rise of online shopping and small businesses. Since I rarely go out, I usually just buy my clothes through Shopee (an online shopping site) or through Instagram businesses that sell reworked/thrifted clothing. Although, I’m trying to shop more through Instagram businesses/thrift shops because I’ve read that fast fashion can be harmful to the environment.

    The bottom line is that I honestly don’t mind trying different styles and shopping options. What matters is that I look good and I feel good as well!

    Do you have any fashion accessories that you cannot live without?

    I definitely cannot live without makeup and minimal jewelry! For me, it’s the cherry on top! They just make my outfit look ten times better. I usually wear a necklace and some earrings (gold or silver) to spice up the outfit, and put on makeup that goes with the overall look!

    Which 3 things do you enjoy doing most in the city you live in?

    I’m not the kind of person who goes out a lot, but before the pandemic I really enjoyed exploring different food stalls around school with my friends. Shoutout to all of you, you guys made my wallet cry but my stomach and heart happy!

    Other than that, I have learned to love commuting in the city. Although it can be quite stressful and crowded most times, just listening to music alone while on the train makes me forget about my problems for the time being, sort of like a therapeutic escape from reality. It is impossible for me to name just three favorite things I love to do where I’m from, because every day is a different adventure!

    On a scale of 1-10, how much of an adventurer are you?

    On a scale of 1-10, I would say 8. I love trying new things and I could say that I’m an experimental person, but I tend to analyze things first before I jump into them. Maybe it’s the Sagittarius and Capricorn in me battling for who’s right and who’s wrong, or maybe it was just the way I was raised.

    If you could learn anything in this world, what will it be?

    A little fun fact about me is that I shift from different hobbies as I get older. If I were to choose one thing to learn, it would probably be visual arts like sketching, painting, and even graphic design. My forte is more on performing arts, so growing up, visual arts hasn’t really been my field of interest. It has always occurred to me that to execute an art form well, it takes a great amount of passion and patience.

    But because of the changing times, people are starting to appreciate different forms of visual arts, even the ones that are minimal and somewhat odd. Nonetheless, I would really love to learn different classic techniques and perhaps a little bit of its history as well.

    Would you rather have super sensitive taste or super sensitive hearing?

    Woah, this required a lot of thinking. I would go for the super sensitive hearing! Secret spy movies made my childhood, and most of them had a hearing device they could use against the enemies. I imagine myself as one of those spies, but without the fancy equipment, I guess?

    What do you not get about guys?

    Hmm, there’s a lot, if I’m being honest. They’re really hard to understand sometimes, but I’m aware that’s because the generations before us have set ideals for both men and women. Which is why we all have underlying qualities we’ll never understand about each other.

    Here’s one: why is it that they think there’s only one shade of lipstick? When I try out some lipsticks in front of my brother or my dad, they always say that all of them look the same!

    Follow the talented Sophia Buenaventura on

    Instagram: @phiabuena

    TikTok: @phiabuena

    Images courtesy of Sophia Buenaventura

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  • Cebu Beauty Queen & Model Nicole Borromeo

    Cebu Beauty Queen & Model Nicole Borromeo

    Hello! I’m Nicole Borromeo and I’m an interior design student, model, and beauty queen from Cebu, Philippines.

    Photo Credits: Hair and Makeup Artist: Joseph Madrid

    What is your fashion style and where do you get your inspiration from?

    My fashion style is pretty basic. I like to keep things minimal with comfy clothes I can mix and match depending on my mood. I usually get inspiration from Pinterest or social media accounts.

    Do you have any hobbies or interests?

    I love adventure and trying new things. I enjoy hiking, drawing, listening to podcasts and I’m on my way to becoming a certified scuba diver. 

    Sinulog Gown designed by Orville Biongcog
    Hair and Makeup Artist: Joseph Madrid
    Photo taken by: Mikhail L. Arrogante

    How will you describe a typical day for yourself?

    Good. Every day I’m alive is a good day and I have many things to be grateful for.

    My version of a typical day at home begins with coffee. It wakes me up. checking my emails and social media accounts to reply to people at the start of the day. Brunch is almost always anabolic French toast. Sometimes I have phone calls with my friends. I then work on the projects on my to-do list such as my design plates where the majority of my time is spent. I usually listen to lofi jazz or podcasts on stories and self improvement as I work. I either go on walks or use my jump rope by the late afternoon for exercise and it has made such a difference for both my physical and mental health.  I journal my day in a mood diary app. It reminds me of my blessings. I end my day cozy and snug.

    If you can be a fictional character for real, who will you be?

    Disney’s Rapunzel. I’m a huge Disney fan and excluding the fact she was trapped in a tower for 18 years, she’s got magical hair that glows and heals wounds when she sings! Imagine the people you could help.

    Is there something you’ve always wanted to learn but have yet to find the time for it?

    Flipping clothes with a sewing machine! I feel that it adds more value knowing I made them and it saves on money too.

    What incredible life hack do you know that is invaluable to you?

    When you’re nervous, tell yourself you’re just excited because the adrenaline rush you feel when you’re afraid is the same hormone released when you are excited.

    What is a funny attempt or pickup line a guy has tried to use to know you?

    We visited a market booth in Cannes and this guy stopped me and asked for my name. I shyly replied, “Nicole”. With red thread, he swiftly embroidered on a strip of paper, “Neko”, gave it to me with a look of pride and said I could keep it for free.  I was so touched and couldn’t bring myself to say he spelled my name wrong.

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Nicole. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”? 

    Sexiness is energy you can tell by the way they walk in the room.

    It’s the full package – the way they  carry themselves, the self-assurance in knowing and embracing what they want. Sexy looks effortless. 

    Follow the beautiful Nicole Borromeo on

    Facebook: Nicole Borromeo

    Instagram: @nicole.borromeo

    Tiktok: @nicole.borromeo

    OTHER PHOTO CREDITS:

    Gown designed by Mel Maria

    Hair and Makeup Artist: Bernadeth A. Agbo

    Hair: Febe, Sumalinog, Pjay Ventura, Dexter Nunez

    Styling: Josei Ouano & Tatiana Mondares Agustin

    Photo by Matt Pingkian

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  • Australian Model Claire Moretti

    Australian Model Claire Moretti

    SimplySxy chats up with Claire Moretti from Australia to find out more about her modeling experiences and interests!

    What inspired you to be a model and how did you start?

    I always wanted to be a model! When I was a little girl, I would tell everyone I wanted to be a model and give shows and parades around the house.

    When I was 19, I joined a local modelling agency and did some work as mostly a fine art model and life model for local artists. I had a break for a few years while I studied and went on to have a successful career  in Early Childhood education.

    A few years later, I returned to modelling. This time I focused mainly on bikini and lingerie glamour modelling which I love!

    Can you share the experience of being a playboy model and what it’s like?

    Honestly, I am so grateful to be a part of the Playboy family.  It is a dream come true. I used to watch Girls of the Playboy mansion on TV and imagined how amazing it would to be a Playboy model. So as you can imagine, when I found out I would be on the cover of Playboy Portugal last year, I was so excited!!

    Which beauty products do you use regularly and are most important to you?

    I always wash my face morning and night using Sukin products. They are simple, inexpensive and plant based. I find them great! I also moisturise my body head to toe after every shower to keep my skin all over soft.

    If you could meet anyone past or present, who will it be?

    I would love to meet Audrey Helpburn. Not only was she a screen goddess, she was also a great humanitarian and helped many people.

    What quotes or mottos do you usually love to use?

    ‘A smart woman knows her limits and a wise woman knows she had none!’

    Is there something you wish to learn or do but have yet had the time to do so?

    Well I am about to take a bit of a new direction in my career with a bit of a focus on health, wellness and fitness which has always been a big passion of mine. I would love to help and inspire others to live a healthy life.  I’m dedicating the next twelve months to a lot of learning and walking my talk.

    What is a lame or cringey attempt a guy has tried to know you?

    Ahh where do I start haha. So many crazy DMs I get all the time. But look, honestly, mostly guys are pretty nice to me. When I meet people at promo events, the guys are always pretty lovely and just seem happy to come say hi.

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Claire. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”?

    I feel like sexy is a way of being. Being sensual and having and confidence with your body and mind is very sexy.

    Follow the beautiful Claire Moretti on

    Instagram: @clairemoretti

    YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/c/clairemoretti

    Twitter: @clairemorettixo

    Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/clairemorettixo/

    Images courtesy of Claire Moretti

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  • California Cosplayer & Model Spacebear

    California Cosplayer & Model Spacebear

    Hello everyone! I’m a California based model/cosplayer and have been here pretty much all my life. I’m sure you can tell from my account but I love putting together outfits and makeup looks as well as doing cosplays!

    How is your fashion style like and where do you love to shop from?

    Hmmm, it’s really hard to pin down a specific style I have since it varies so much – one day I’ll be in all black and huge boots and the other, I’ll be in florals and heels. I guess you could call it a cross between grunge and soft fem!

    Do you have any hobbies or interests?

    I love gaming and drawing haha, though I haven’t had much time for either. My favorite games would probably be the Dark Souls series and Alice Madness Returns. I do some illustrations in my free time but now I stick to painting portraits.

    Which is the best compliment you have received?

    I once had someone tell me that the way I think was like a dance.

    What are 3 fun things do you recommend to tourists to do when visiting your city?

    I’m from San Francisco so there’s no shortage of things to do here, but I’d recommend hitting up Fisherman’s Wharf, going thrifting in all the little shops around town and trying as much food as they can from all the neighborhoods!

    Which are your favorite quotes or mottos you like to use for inspiration?

    Baddabing Baddaboom 😀

    Would you rather have the power to control objects or animals?

    Objects, I wouldn’t like to take control away from a living being. Though it would be nice to force them to sit with me at times haha.

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Space. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”? 

    It’s a mindset. People get bent out of shape when a non-conventionally attractive person calls themselves sexy but honestly thinking that way is pretty unsexy. If you feel hot then you’re hot.

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kumabeari/

    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kumabeari?fan_landing=true

    Kofi: https://ko-fi.com/kumabeari

    New photoset dropping soon on my Patreon! Or visit my Kofi for access to older content, all for only $4! :3

    Images courtesy of Spacebear

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  • Makeup & Hair Artist Monique Yeung

    Makeup & Hair Artist Monique Yeung

    I’m a makeup and hair artist based Hong Kong . Mainly focusing on show filming and media productions.

    How will you describe your fashion style and where do you shop from?

    My fashion style is more like chic style and retro style. I love to mix and match with sneakers. Mostly, I buy from some local shops and Zara.

    What inspired you to be a makeup artist and how did you get started?

    I wanted to be a makeup artist when I was 15 years old. I found out makeup and hair styles can completely change people’s impression of you. It’s a lot of fun in the process when we are creating it. That’s why I take a part of show filming as a makeup and hair artist.

    Which 3 makeup accessories are must have for every lady?

    Eyebrows pencil, lipstick, mascara.

    Do you have any other hobbies or interests?

    I like doing workouts and watching movies.

    Is there something in this world you can’t get enough of?

    Shopping, I love buying fashion accesoories to make my own styles or wearing something to show my mood.

    If you could be a makeup artist for anyone past or present, who will it be?

    I would like to help my mom to do makeup. It’s because she will always be there for me absolutely giving me support to do what I like.

    What turns you off on a date?

    Funny smells really turn me off on a date. It makes me not even want to get close with him.

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Monique. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”? 

    I think “sexy” is temperament of a person . It’s not about what you are wearing.  A smile, a eye contact also can turn me on.

    Follow the fabulous Monique Yeung on

    Pristine By Monique: https://instagram.com/pristine_bymonique

    Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/monique.y

    My makeup page: https://m.facebook.com/moniqueyeungmakeup1/

    Images courtesy of Monique Yeung

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  • Fashion & Travel Influencer Joecy Zhang

    Fashion & Travel Influencer Joecy Zhang

    With a passion of travelling, I’ve been to 30+ countries and worked in five different countries including UAE (Dubai), Singapore, Sweden, China and Canada as a marketing specialist.

    What inspires your fashion style and where do you love to shop from?

    I always believed that “Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak”, therefore, I love exploring all kinds of different fashion trends and styles, and draw inspirations from them. I am very open when selecting brands as I focus more on the quality of the product instead of the name.

    How long have you been a blogger and what made you start?

    I always loved travelling and fashion, and that’s how I got started to share my styles on Instagram! I have been sharing my experiences on social media since eight years ago.

    Which 3 things do you enjoy doing most in the city you live in?

    Food always comes first! 😉 There are so many great restaurants and cafes in Toronto that are still on my bucket list for tasting! Another one would be shopping! As a natural habit, I cannot wait to fill my closet with some new styles when the shop doors are open! Last but not least, I love exploring local entertainment venues with my friends. You cannot believe how many hidden gems are in Toronto for Laser Tag, Karaoke, Escape Room and etc.!

    What type of content do you usually create for your follows?

    Currently my content is focused on fashion and lifestyle, I am hoping to create more travel related content once the pandemic ends.

    What is one lifestyle or beauty tip every lady must know?

    Put on sunscreen all the time!

    Would you rather have super sensitive taste or super sensitive hearing?

    Super sensitive taste! I never say no to food. 🙂

    What is a funny or weird attempt a guy has tried to know you?

    Tried to ask me questions in five different languages when I pretended that I don’t understand any.

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Joecy. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”? 

    All body shapes can be sexy, and sometimes, it doesn’t even have to be physically. Brainy is the new sexy.

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecyzhang

    TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@joecyzhang

    Images courtesy of Joecy Zhang

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  • Artist Cristina Ji

    Artist Cristina Ji

    My ethnicity is Chinese but I was born in Spain!

    How is your fashion style like and where do you love to shop from?

    I don’t have a specific settled fashion style, but I feel most comfortable with oversized or not too adjusted clothes, so neither has a favorite shop. With Covid hitting this past year, I have shopped online a lot, and a lot of my clothes come from small Instagram businesses.

    Was art always a huge part of your life while growing up?

    Definitely, I don’t know where I would be right now if it wasn’t for art. I have always loved drawing since I was a child, and still do nowadays. More than a hobby, it has now turned into a lifestyle and it would be a dream if I could make this passion into a living.

    Where do you get your artistic inspiration from?

    Life overall, we are living surrounded by art so if you look closely, anything can turn into a reference or inspiration. Our eyes are the cameras.

    Which is the best compliment you have received?

    “You have improved a lot!”

    This type of compliments always makes me so excited and happy, as it reflects that my effort and hard work is being seen or noticed. It’s always good to know that you are making progress.

    What 3 things do you love doing in the city you live in?

    I have just moved back to Spain for holidays, in a small town that barely has anything, not too interesting but as it is the place where I grew up, I do have a special affection for it.

    If you could have a superpower, what will it be?

    People would think of many different superpowers that could make their lives easier, but my first thought was as simple and basic as flying, whenever I have lucid dreams, I imagine myself flying, and it is so calm and feels alive.

    What turns you off on a date?

    Bad morals, if there is something I absolutely hate, is people with bad morals, who are close minded and ignorant. This could be reflected in just one sentence and word. Things like this would make me leave the date instantly without any explanation.

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions Cristina. One question before we end, how do you define “sexy”?

    This might be a weird answer, I don’t feel extremely attracted to muscles, veins, abdominals etc or anything physical at all. I pay more attention to intelligence and someone’s sensitivity to treat and understand people .

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunfwer

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sunfwer

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/sunfwerr

    Images courtesy of Cristina Ji

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  • Actor & Host Erika Maguicay

    Actor & Host Erika Maguicay

    I’m Filipino mixed with Chinese and Spanish, but if anyone asks, I just say I’m Filipino haha. I was born in Leyte and lived in Iligan City until my parents brought my brother and I to Singapore when I was six years old, and we became citizens when I was 12.

    Unfortunately, I can’t speak Tagalog but I’m glad I can at least speak basic Bisaya which is another dialect in the Philippines. I also speak conversational Mandarin. I love coffee, dogs, working out, and for hobbies I make content for YouTube, and TikTok.

    Photo by Nathaniel Lim

    What inspired you to be an actor and why do you love acting?

    I think I was about 13 when my interest first grew, but I can’t pinpoint exactly what it was that made me interested in being an actor. Honestly, I probably just like the attention. HAHAHA okay, but seriously other than that, I really do enjoy pretending to be somebody else – telling the character’s story, relating to them, living their life, and sometimes it feels like a form of therapy, especially if I’m playing a sad person. Because, it’s like I get to express myself through the character, so it feels like I’m being open about my own pain without being directly vulnerable, you know what I mean?

    Photo by Nathaniel Lim

    Which is a memorable acting experience you have had before?

    I feel like the luckiest girl in the world because I have so many memorable experiences that I’m grateful for, but I think, number one on my list is probably when I played my first ever lead role in a TV series. It’s called ‘Kin: By The Fans’, the anthological spin-off of the popular local series ‘Kin’.

    My episode was ‘The Long Game’ and I got to play a rich socialite who went undercover. Pretty cool huh? Haha. It was a crazy back to back three-day shoot of about 12-13 hours a day, and it was tiring to say the least, but even then I thought, “wow, this is really what I want to do for the rest of my life”.

    Photo by Nathaniel Lim

    Is emceeing a lot different from acting?

    I’ve thought about this a lot, and I think yes and no.

    Yes because it depends on the type of event you’re hosting for. To be honest, there’s been so many times I’ve had to host/emcee and during the event I’m either anxious, nervous, sad, or all of the above, so I’ve had to act like someone who’s confident, outgoing, and happy to be there because it’s my job to entertain people and make them happy. When I put it like that, then everyone must be an actor huh?

    No because essentially, from my experience, they usually want to hire you as the host for your personality. There’s always going to be pockets of “you” they want to bring to the event, no matter how serious or formal. Unlike in acting where sometimes you have to be completely immersed in the character, which could be the polar opposite of who you are.

    Photo by Jaya Khidir

    If you could collaborate with anyone past or present, who will it be?

    I’d love to collab with Patch and Punnet to film skits. I’ve always had an interest in writing my own skits but it was only last year when Covid was at its worst, when I finally decided to write them. So I spoke to my friend, and co-founder of Patch, Krish Natarajan, and he seemed really keen as well, so I’m hoping we’ll turn my ideas into reality soon.

    I’ve actually worked with them before for an interactive play, and I liked working with them ‘cause we were on the same wavelength. They started out as a local youth theatre collective, and made a YouTube channel not too long ago featuring their own crazy sketches, so that’s why I think we’d be a good match.

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    What 3 things do you love to do in the city you live in?

    Eat, party, explore.

    On a scale of 1-10, how much of an outdoors person are you?

    I guess an 8 because I love chilling at the beach, having picnics, trekking, and I’d love to go for a proper camping trip one day. The other 2/10 is when I’d rather snuggle in my bed haha.

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    What is a funny or lame attempt a guy has tried to get to know you?

    Ugh I hate that you asked this ‘cause now I have to relive it hahaha. A few years ago, I was waiting for my bus when this guy, whom I already noticed was staring at me, came up to me to ask for directions to a golf course nearby. He was clearly holding his phone so there’s no way this guy didn’t have data in this day and age, so I said, “you should check Google Maps, I’m sorry I’m not sure how to get there.”

    He mumbled some excuse for not using it, I can’t remember exactly, so I turned away since I thought the conversation was over, but then he proceeded to ask me, “where are you going?” And I was uncomfortable at this point so I made it blatantly obvious “I’m going to meet my boyfriend.” He started to falter saying, “that’s nice, spending time with your boyfriend is important.”

    At this point an adorable secondary school kid unknowingly came to my rescue and gave the guy directions to the golf course, saying he should cross the road and turn left. The guy crossed the road and turned RIGHT, when he did this the kid and I looked at each other – I gave him a knowing look and his expression changed from confusion to realisation.

    So basically this guy was already waiting for his own bus, tried to hit on me when I approached the bus stop, then ran away when it failed. LOL

    Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions, Erika. One question before we end, how do you define ”sexy”?

    Sexy is when you own your strengths and weaknesses, and take pride in being who you truly are.

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