Charlotte
Who:
Charlotte Boggia (@charlottelucyboggia) — 180 cm / 5’11” — British from Manchester, UK — born September 14th — she/her.
Where:
Boss Models UK (Manchester – mother agency), Select Model Management London
— How did you become a model?
I was scouted by the managing director of my agency (Boss Models) while shopping in Manchester with my mum. We were in the Vans shop when I was approached, and we visited the agency later that same day! Everyone was so friendly to me, and I instantly knew I was destined for big things at Boss.
— What is the most interesting thing about your family?
Both my grandmother and my father have successfully donated kidneys to my mum after hers failed in 2009. My mum has four kidneys currently!
— What are three interesting facts about you?
1. I love shopping! As basic as it sounds, I probably visit 3-4 thrift stores per week, searching for pre-loved items I can revive for a new purpose.
2. My family originated from Italy (near Lake Como). I visited Milan and Como for the first time ever this year and instantly fell in love with the culture, architecture, and, of course, the food!
3. I want to be a pilot in the future, and have done since I was five years old. Embarrassingly, you can ask me anything about planes, and I could give you an answer!
Clara
Who:
Clara Lenguas (@clarilenguas) — 175 cm / 5’9″ — Uruguayan from Carrasco, Uruguay — born November 21st — she/her.
Where:
Montevideo Models (mother agency)
— One thing you never want to do again:
Hockey! I played hockey all my childhood, and I consider it not my type of sport.
— Your most embarrassing moment:
I went to a school with many students, and when you arrived in the morning, many people were entering. One day I fell off my bike in front of the whole school. It was very embarrassing.
— What are three interesting facts about you?
1. I love giving advice and trying to solve others’ problems but sometimes, I struggle to solve my own problems.
2. I love to watch sports and listen to music.
3. I love food! I eat everything but ham.
Dima
Who:
Dima Kaidan (@thedimakaidan) — 185 cm / 6’1″ — Russian from Karakol, Kyrgyzstan — born September 5th — he/him.
Where:
Tann Models (mother agency)
— What are three interesting facts about you?
1. I love dancing, and whenever I dance, I imagine that I’m dancing in a video or on stage with Beyoncé.
2. When I was young, I always watched Korean dramas, and it was my dream to go there. It so happened that I’ve spent almost the last two years there!
3. I don’t much like dogs, but they love me and are always around me.
— Who is your favorite entertainer?
As I said before, I love Beyoncé. All her performances that she does are incredible, and her last album was amazing!
— What’s a story your family/friends like to tell about you?
My parents always talk about how I behaved badly as a child and that I was a very moody child. They also always say that I look like my grandmother.
Duína
Who:
Duína Maria (@duina.nas) — 179 cm / 5’10.5″ — Brazilian from Teresina, Piauí, Brazil — born April 4th — she/her.
Where:
Atto Mgmt (São Paulo – mother agency), Jocler Turmina (mother agent)
— How did you become a model?
Until I was 16, it wasn’t something I had in mind for my future, my goal was to graduate in Nursing, but everything changed when a scout on the street approached me. That’s when I started to have contact with fashion and was enchanted by everything. From that, I saw what I really wanted for my future. So I looked for a modeling school in my city, Teresina, in the Northeast of Brazil. I was presented in a casting for Jocler Turmina, who is now my mother agent.
— An issue or cause you are passionate about:
The cause that enchants me is the Black List, where important causes about culture, memory, and black identity are discussed… I identify with the cause, as it addresses important issues for social repair, which are linked to my race and culture.
— One thing people might be surprised to find out about you:
I have a ptosis right ear, which is the cartilage of the ear bent inward, but barely noticeable, so when people notice the difference, they are surprised.
Jaime
Who:
Jaime Fuentes — 187 cm / 6’1.5″ — Norwegian / Chilean from Oslo, Norway — born October 13th — he/him.
Where:
Le Management (Oslo – mother agency)
— What are three interesting facts about you?
1. I grew up in Chile and moved to Norway 5 years ago. So, I speak Spanish too!
2. I like having a routine, to the point I say “hi” every time I come home, even if there is no one there.
3. I have memorized all names of every Pokémon.
— What are you super interested in that most people have never heard of?
I like playing the role game Dungeons and Dragons. I think some have heard about it, but I rarely meet people who play or have given it a try.
— How did you become a model?
I was on my way to pick up my little sister from a friend of hers when I was scouted. Her mother was a model scout, and she asked if she could take some pictures. So, it was quite a coincidence.
Shane
Who:
Shane Carrington (@shane.lemar) — 186 cm / 6’1″ — Barbadian from Bridgetown, Barbados — born December 29th — he/him.
Where:
GADAL Model Management Inc. (Barbados – mother agency), ONE Management (New York), Nomad Management (Miami), Boss Models Cape Town
— Who is your favorite entertainer?
My favorite entertainer has to be Israel ‘The Last Stylebender’ Adesanya. Some people might not consider him an entertainer, but he has brought so many forms of entertainment to the UFC and MMA universe. From his amazing fighting style to his bold and flamboyant French-tip nails, he’s an African boy who just knows how to use not only the cage but social media as his way to shine.
— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
I’m a philanthropist at heart. Some people end up in bad situations, but everyone deserves a second chance. I just don’t think it’s right that there are millionaires and yet so many people who are hungry or homeless. I’d like to use my success in life to start a charity to help the less fortunate.
— An issue or cause you are passionate about:
The high cost of living in my country Barbados. For a tiny island as small as it is, the cost of living just keeps increasing, causing the locals to panic and stress even more. Some are losing their jobs and homes due to the substantial constant increase in the cost of living.