Look out, universe. David Eason has apparently come up with a new plan to make money for himself and his family… … and it centers around the disgraced former reality star using a knife and a hammer and other instruments that seem very untrustworthy and dangerous in his hands. The father of a daughter named Maryssa and three step-children with Jenelle Evans promoted this brand new business via Instagram on Wednesday. The company is called Black River Forge… Eason shared two photos of himself hard at work as a blacksmith for it.. and then wrote the following caption alongside these images: I think my first knife came out pretty well considering the fact I used absolutely no power tools. I didnt make a full video on forging the knife but I will make a video for the next one. I’m thinking about making a handle for this knife and I will post a video If I decide to do that. This knife is extremely sharp but is not considered to be a novelty due to it’s high carbon content (HC). I have some finishing touches to do and will make a sheath for it also. Stay tuned and subscribe to my YouTube to see the final product next week! So there it is, you guys: David Eason is now making knives for a living. Commence your understandable freak-out! Considering Eason admitted to shooting and killing his family’s pet dog in May — because it allegedly nipped at two-year-old daughter Ensley’s face — followers reacted to these photos with a bit of concern. “Great exactly what the world needs..swamp thing making homemade weapons. who will you experiment on first with them?!” reads one remark on Eason’s page. “This is the worst effin idea ever,” another person commented. “You should be NOWHERE near weapons. And they look like s—anyway. Money tight now that you both have 0 income? Get a real job.” A third person chimed in as follows: “I love how he thinks everyone just forgot he murdered a 10 pound dog.” Indeed, Evans was finally fired as a Teen Mom after Child Protective Services paid her house a visit in the wake of Eason’s pet homicide. They determined that she and David were not raising their kids in a safe environment, removing all three children from the premises for about a month until a judge decreed they could return home. For his part, Eason has made no secret of his love of guns… and violence. Back in October of last year, he almost definitely beat Evans up in a drunken rage, breaking her collarbone in the process. Jenelle herself is the one who said this exact thing to a 911 operator, only to later change her story because she’s a mentally unstable and insecure victim of abuse who is scared of her husband she suddenly remembered what transpired differently. Evans now says she got injured falling into a hole last fall. She didn’t leave Eason after this incident and she says she won’t leave him after the whole dog murder thing. Jenelle is as committed to her husband as he is to making knives for a living now. Anyone else shudder at both those thoughts? View Slideshow: Jenelle Evans Throws Gun-Themed Party for Her Son
Shannon Beador has lost an astonishing amount of weight and is having more fun than ever before. Part of that fun is with her handsome businessman boyfriend . Things between the two of them are looking serious. So serious, in fact, that they traveled across the country so that he coudl be her date for the RHOC premiere. As you can imagine, Shannon Beador was excited about the Season 14 premiere of The Real Housewives of Orange County . She flew out to New York for the premiere — but she didn’t come alone. Her plus one was boyfriend John Janssen. The two snapped photos — one of which you can see above — from the premiere. It looks like things are getting really, truly serious. RadarOnline reports that Shannon simply “just can’t get enough” of her exciting new man. And that’s only part of why it’s no surprise that she brought him along to the premiere, even if it meant two cross-country flights. “Of course she wants to flaunt him as much as she can,” the insider says. It doesn’t sound like John has any real gripes about coming along for the premiere or the Watch What Happens Live taping, either. “He’s not complaining and neither is she!” the source characterizes. Eyewitnesses say that Shannon and John could barely keep their hands off of each other. “Shannon’s definitely in love — or lust — with him,” the insider gleefully reports. “And,” the source reveals. “The sex is just through the roof.” That’s not a huge surprise. Shannon’s new fitness habits were bound to dial up her sex drive. “Honestly,” the insider remarks. “She didn’t think that she would ever meet anyone that turns her on as much as John does again.” There’s more than just first-rate boning and good old-fashioned thirst keeping these two together, however. Historically, David Beador was the primary breadwinner of the family. But Shannon’s QVC business, “Real for Real Cuisine,” has proven to be a multimillion dollar success. “John finds it fascinating that she is so successful,” the source shares. “And,” the insider adds. “It only makes him want her more.” If that makes it sound like John might be a gold digger or just some dude scamming Shannon for fame, don’t worry. “He doesn’t care about the fame,” the source assures. The insider adds that “He has his own money.” “And,” the source continues. “He just legit wants her.” After all of the horrible things that David said to her after her moderate weight gain a few years ago, it must be a relief for Shannon to feel desired again. In general, it sounds like John is as fascinated as anyone would be by Shannon’s dramatic life. “Shannon’s life is super interesting to anyone,” the insider correctly remarks. So interesting that she’s paid a hefty six figures just to share a small portion of that life with the viewers at home. “She’s back to being the star that she is,” the source affirms. “And she’s ready to shine.” That’s fantastic! Shannon has really been through a lot and it’s great to see her find the happiness that she deserves. View Slideshow: Shannon Beador Slammed by David’s Girlfriend in Scathing Callout
Source: Emma McIntyre / Getty Chance the Rapper’s “debut” album The Big Day isn’t getting the rave reviews the rapper thought it would. He took to Twitter to respond to the criticism and had some very eye-opening responses. The album which boasts appearances from Ari Lennox , Gucci Mane, CocoRosie and more is just isn’t impressing fans. Chance’s response to the negative takes on his album was quite interesting. The Acid Rap crafter claimed he believes some of his supporters want him to kill himself. I’m getting this crazy feeling that people want me to kill myself — The Big Day out now (@chancetherapper) August 5, 2019 He quickly reassured fans he has no intentions of inflicting self-harm on himself, stating in another Tweet: “That’s not my vibe at all, but I feel the push.” That’s not my vibe at all, but i feel the push. — The Big Day out now (@chancetherapper) August 5, 2019 The moment of self-reflection continued with Chance using his Twitter account to “let some of these feelings go” in a thread of Tweets. He touched on how feels people want him to be ashamed before showing appreciation to those who reached out to him over the past few days. He also expressed his happiness for being able to spend time with his family and doing things he used to before getting consumed in the album-making process. And I feel like even more than that, some people want me to feel ashamed. — The Big Day out now (@chancetherapper) August 5, 2019 Shame is heavy yo. And feeling shame for something that you were once prideful about is super heavy. — The Big Day out now (@chancetherapper) August 5, 2019 He closed out the conversation with a joke pointing out that 100% thing he is sure of is that he loves his wife. The clever swipe is a jab at criticism from fans who claim that all he rapped about on the album. That I LOVE my wife — The Big Day out now (@chancetherapper) August 5, 2019 Its clear Chance is sensitive about his work, and the negative reviews hit him a bit hard. But as long as he still in a good place mentally is all the matters, cause that Tweet talking about suicide is a bit scary. You can head here to read the entire thread . — Photo: Emma McIntyre / Getty
As we reported a week ago, Jon Gosselin hit the beach for a sweet family vacation with his girlfriend and with his children, Hannah and Collin. Well, they’re still enjoying their time at the beach as a family. And speaking of family, it looks like Jon is cozying up to the man who may one day be his father-in-law. Jon Gosselin shared this wholesome photo of him, girlfriend Colleen Conrad, son Collin Gosselin, and Colleen’s dad. “Back at the Beach!!!” Jon wrote happily in the captions on Instagram. He shared some specifics: “Atlantic City for dinner with Colleen’s Dad.” “We call him “Dude,'” Jon revealed. Nicknames can be fascinating things, but of course, many fans were immediately curious about the conspicuously missing face. “Hannah is still at the the beach with her friends,” Jon shared. This is a good time to remember that Hannah is 15. Playing at the beach with friends is a very age-appropriate activity. “And of course,” Jon’s caption continued. “Collin wouldn’t miss a meal!!!” Speaking of the sextuplets being 15, Collin is 15 years old. To be 15 is to be ravenous at all times. Jon went on to share that they were dining at “our favorite place Back Bay Ale House!!!” Whether that was an arranged endorsement or just an earnest shoutout is anyone’s guess. “I Love Colleen, I love my kids,” Jon affirmed affectionately. “And I Love my life, my family, and my friends,” he added. “Things are good!!!” Jon gushed. “I really can’t complain,” he admitted. “I’m truly blessed!!!” It’s it a beautiful thing to watch someone turn their entire life around for themselves and for at least part of their family? Jon and Colleen have enjoyed a summer of romantic fun. But though they may be acting like a couple newly in love, they have been dating for several years. Giddiness aside, this is a serious relationship that includes a blended family of two of Jon’s children. It’s always possible that wedding bells could be on the horizon for these two. If so, it’s great that Jon is taking the time to bond with Colleen’s family — in this case, with “Dude.” Colleen has spent a lot of time with Collin and Hannah, welcoming Jon’s children into her home. By all accounts, Colleen is a kind and loving person. We can only imagine the sort of shock that the two young teens must have felt after years under Kate Gosselin’s tyrannical rule. Kindness, joy, fun, and respect can be a wonderful and nurturing environment for teens. We are so grateful — as we’re sure that Jon is — that he found a partner who is happy to help create a loving home. Even without his kids, Jon is clearly grateful to have found such a loving partner who loves him back. Not everyone finds love again after escaping from a toxic marriage. And, let’s be completely honest here — Jon Gosselin has had his issues over the years. Not everyone saw him as a prize. But Colleen accepted him, baggage and all. It’s been amazing to watch this romance blossom. Jon can do, and has done, much worse.
Tyler and Catelynn Baltierra are raising two little kids at home. But these reality stars are actually the biological parents of three kids, having given up a daughter named Carly for adoption back when they were teeangers because they didn’t feel prepared for parenthood at the time. The Teen Mom OG cast members actually spent time with their first-born this summer in anticipation of Carly turning 10 years old. In celebration of this same occasion, Tyler and Catelynn opened way up about this daughter on Monday night’s emotional and revealing episode of this same MTV franchise. And we mean way up. They grew especially candid at times. When a producer asked Tyler what he’d tell someone who was thinking of placing their little boy or girl up for adoption, he said knowing other family is key. Does this mean he regrets the way things transpired with Carly? Tyler didn’t go that far, but he did say the following on air: “The only thing I would say, just make sure the family you want your baby to be raised with, you know very, very well. They’re your kid’s whole world,” he advised. Speaking of Carly’s adoptive parents, Brandon and Teresa Davis, the veteran MTV personality added: “We know Brandon and Teresa were a little more reserved than we were. We weren’t raised around that kind of lifestyle, so we’re like, that’s how these well-off people act.” Tyler and Catelynn are raising five-year old Nova at the moment, along with little Vadea, who was born in February . “If we would have known what we know now, we might have been like, we want kinda people that are kinda just relaxed,” Tyler added. Tyler went on to acknowledge the situation was likely just as strange for the Davis family. Just consider: They thought they’d be adopting a little girl in privace; they couldn’t possibly have predicted Tyler and Catelynn would become legitimate reality stars and this situation would continue to be discussed all these years later. “Our situation’s super not normal,” Tyler said simply. Talking to the same producer, Catelynn explained that young Nova doesn’t fully comprehend the situation with Carly. “We don’t get into too much detail because she’s so young,” she said. “We just said she lives far away.” That’s fair, right? How else do you explain the concept of adoption to a toddler? When Carly is older, Catelynn said she and Tyler would “tell her the raw reality” of why they put her up for adoption in the first place. In a preview for next week, meanwhile, it looks like Carly and Nova will actually meet for the first time. “One thing we never thought about was explaining it to our children, especially our situation, we’re still together,” Tyler concluded. View Slideshow: Catelynn Lowell to Tyler Baltierra: Divorce Me, Whatever, I Don’t Need You!
The entire world loves photos of Britney Spears. Not bizarrely edited paparazzi photos , but happy, consenting snaps from her life. Now, Britney’s sharing pics of her trip to Disneyland with her two sons. And fans are losing their entire minds about how quickly these boys are growing up. Take a look: “Great time at Disneyland today,” Britney gushed in a captions alongside a series of sweet family snaps. “But,” she confessed. “I don’t remember ever getting that wet on splash mountain.” Britney exclaimed: “!!! Geeez.” Seeing Britney’s sons — and how much they have grown — really drove home for a lot of fans and followers how long it’s been since they saw them. But Britney has a very good explanation for that. “Anyhow my boys are older now,” Britney acknowledged. “So they don’t like their picture taken ever…” We can all remember reaching an age where we suddenly became camera-shy. Some of us never left it. “So,” she continued. “I was thrilled today when they said SURE !!!!!” “Such a great place !!!!!” Britney gushed about Disneyland. Any place where the Britney Spears can go with her sons and have a good time despite her fame and recognizability deserves at least a little praise. What’s nuts about the photos that Britney shared is that it’s a great reminder of how quickly kids grow up. Sean Preston is 13. Jayden James is 12. It’s one thing to know, intellectually, that Britney’s sons are growing up. It’s another thing altogether to see Sean overtaking his mother in height. Both boys are hitting that age where they’re about to shoot up in height. For comparison, here’s a photo of Britney and her boys just a little over a year ago. Their father, Kevin Federline, is 6 feet tall. (See, who says he didn’t bring anything to the table when it comes to the kids — he has height) It’s probably a solid bet that both Sean and Jayden will end up at least that tall, if not taller. Already, they’re changing before our very eyes. Whether it’s a month or six months or a year before they give Britney the go-ahead to share another snap, they’ll both certainly look different. Our favorite thing about these photos isn’t actually Sean or Jayden, precious though they both are. We are always gushing about Britney’s dedication to being a first-rate mom, and this is a great example. So many parents treat their children as objects with no agency of their own. In contrast, Britney cares about consent. If her boys don’t want their photos taken, they aren’t taken. It’s no surprise — because Britney’s more than just a supermom. She knows, maybe better than anyone else on Earth, exactly what a hell it is to go through life with her photo constantly taken without permission. Britney has faced a lot of drama this year. Some of it was rumors stirred up by people claiming to have insider knowledge about her life. Some of it was stirred up by family. Some of it was stirred up by fans. We — who are Britney stans first and people second — are so grateful that she can leave that mess behind at times and spend time on what’s important. View Slideshow: Britney Spears Fans Accuse Her Team of Orchestrating Cover-Up, Faking Pics & Videos
Last week, Hannah Brown and Tyler Cameron spent the night together . The hunky model was spotted leaving her home the next morning. Now, after Tyler's date with Gigi Hadid , Hannah is addressing that sleepover and comparing it to the fantasy suites. She's also weighing in on Tyler's chances as the next Bachelor. Take a look: Hannah is not denying that she and Tyler spent some quality time together. “We definitely hung out and talked about everything and…” Hannah acknowledges in an interview with Entertainment Tonight . But she wants to clearify that her visit with Tyler was not at all like her windmill time earlier this year. “I know nobody will believe me [about] just hanging out and actually talking,” she admits. “But it was good to be able to catch up,” Hannah says. “We had a lot to talk about.” She also admits that it's totally weird to talk about any of this. “We are trying to figure out how we feel,” Hannah admits. “I have feelings,” she clarifies. “But I’m also single.” “And he’s single,” Hannah notes. “And I wanna keep my options open.” She of course makes it very clear: “and he can keep his options open.” “I don’t know where he’s at with wanting to be the Bachelor,” Hannah admits. She speculates: “I think he has his options open as well,” “And if the Bachelor is one of those options,” Hannah says. “Then I guess I'll support him.” She says that she'll do so “if that’s what he wants to do.” If she doesn't sound terribly enthusiastic on that subject, consider that she's also thinking of dating him. “I am single,” Hannah reminds the world. “And people slide into my DMs if they want to.” “But,” she notes. “I just got out of an engagement and dating 30 men.” Both of those sound exhausting under the best of circumstances. Considering the drama involved, Hannah's circumstances were less than best. “[Dating] is not really not my sole focus right now,” Hannah emphasizes. That's no real surprise. Sometimes, you need to take a step back after a serious relationship. “I'm working on Hannah and loving Hannah,” Hannah says. Good for her! That's totally the right thing to do. “And so you know,” she tells the world. “If that means going to have a drink again with somebody else, then I'm all for it.” In other words, the Bachelor Nation should not be too surprised if Hannah is spotted drinking or dining with another man. It doesn't mean that she's boning him. It means that she's talking to him. Is Tyler really going to be the next Bachelor? He's certainly a fan-favorite for the role. But fans don't get to make these decisions, or Peter Kraus would have been the leading man years ago. And Chris Harrison says that Tyler won't be the Bachelor because, get this, he's going on dates . Most people would see Tyler spending time with Hannah and then dating Gigi Hadid as part of his ongoing quest for love — what the franchise is all about. But apparently Chris and some others on the show view it as a sign of Tyler's “insincerety,” valuing the perks of fame over love. Anybody involved with Arie Luyendyk Jr. being the Bachelor has a whole lot of nerve calling any candidate “insincere.”
Back in June, Jim Bob Duggar’s beloved mother, Mary Duggar, passed away at the age of 78. Due to her advanced age, it was initially assumed that Mary had died of natural causes. But that later proved not to be the case. Fans were shocked to learn that Mary had drowned under mysterious circumstances. While several members of the Duggar family paid tribute to Mary in heartfelt social media posts, none of them offered any details with regard to the circumstances under which she drowned. And that’s certainly their right. But considering the family’s close relationship with fans, it’s not surprising that overzealous Duggar obsessives were quick to accuse Jim Bob and company of dodging questions about Mary’s death . Now, in an exclusive interview, a source close to the family tells The Hollywood Gossip that the Duggars may have had good reason to keep the details of Mary’s passing under wraps. Earlier this week, the insider — a former employee of the Duggars who developed close friendships with several members of the family — informed us that in recent months, Josiah Duggar has been clashing with Jim Bob like never before. Asked about the exact nature of their conflict, the source informed us that Mary was a confidant to both men — and their secrets may have been buried alongside her. “I think the only one who knew took it to her grave when she drowned,” said the tipster. “I still have my doubts on that death theory,” he added turning his attention to Mary’s drowning. “Her daughter is a dollar chasing piece of work who Jim Bob keeps at arm’s length.” He was referring to Deanna Jordan, Jim Bob’s sister and only sibling. Deanna and Jim Bob have been never been particularly close, and they appear to have cut ties entirely in the weeks since Mary’s passing. We have no way of knowing why that might be, but since Deanna was Mary’s primary caretaker in her final years, fans have speculated that Jim Bob feels her negligence was the true cause of his mother’s passing. Citing the version of events that the Duggars have shared with close family and friends, our source told us: “They said she tripped and fell in the pool and drowned, and her daughter found her.” However, the insider has doubts about that claim. Deanna was the only person present when her mother’s body was found, and the informant told us she doesn’t have the greatest reputation in terms of honesty and transparency. “Never liked gold diggers or people that have to be the center of attraction,” he said, dismissing Deanna as a money-hungry social climber. The source added that Deanna no longer sees Jim Bob as her path to fame and fortune, however. Instead, she now believes her daughter, Amy Duggar, will be the one to put her on the path toward Easy Street. “Her daughter Amy is a chip of the old block,” the source said. He added that Amy briefly attempted to make it as a country singer, but quickly abandoned those plans: “Went to Nashville and a friend of mine up there said she couldn’t carry a tune in a bucket,” he told us. “Just trying to live off the Duggàr name.” Of course, even if it’s true that Mary tripped and fell into a pool while under her daughter’s care, that doesn’t necessarily mean that Deanna is at fault. Even in her later years, Mary was fully mobile and largely self-reliant, and she could have drowned after being left unattended for only a few minutes. Still, it’s not hard to see how her passing may have been the final straw for Jim Bob. He and his sister have been at odds for quite some time, and their relationship became particularly strained in the years since Deanna’s divorce . (The Duggars take marriage very seriously and believe divorce should be reserved for only the most severe circumstances.) Whatever the case, it sounds like the passing of their beloved matriarch has resulted in a major rift among the Duggars that may never be fully healed. View Slideshow: Duggar Family: Secrets of Their Twisted Ministry Revealed
Kim Kardashian to the rescue! Not only has the mega-famous reality star been able to prove herself useful by creating a gorgeous makeup line and setting jail prisoners free, but now she can add saving dumb floundering businesses to her resume. Rob Kardashian’s Halfway Dead clothing line has stood true to its’ name and well, has been suffering. But thanks to sister Kim, things are starting to look up! According to Radar Online , the company was near collapse when Rob, 32, and his business partners were accused of ripping off a skull logo from another brand. Luckily, Momager Kris Jenner (ok, she’s the real hero here) ordered his sisters to promote the clothing line to bring in more customers following the copyright issue. And of course, taking into consideration the popularity and fame of the Kardashian/Jenner clan, it worked. But it didn’t take all 5 of the sisters to give a simple shout out on social media, instead, Kim Kardashian was able to revive the company all on her own. On Thursday, August 1, Kim took to Instagram to post a photo of herself rocking one of Rob’s signature tees, which also happens to be the same shirt Kylie Jenner posed in when the brand launched back in July. In the caption of the photo, Kim decided to keep it short and sweet, writing, “Halfway-Dead.com.” Naturally, the 38-year-old’s post received all the love. And fortunately for Rob, business quickly began booming. “Sales skyrocketed and they are nearly sold out of every single item in stock!” an insider told Radar. “Of course Kim is taking full credit for saving Rob’s clothing line, Rob really had to swallow his pride on this one, but it wasn’t hard.” “Kim made him so wealthy in just one weekend. He is so grateful,” added the source. And the middle Kardashian sister is feeling pretty grateful, too… for her social media power. “Kim is really gloating on this because she wants everyone to know that, when Kylie tried promoting Rob’s brand wearing the same shirt she wore, the sales overall were nowhere near what they were these past few days,” said the insider. “Kim knows that she has the most social media influence and it is really important to her ego that she feels like the most powerful Kardashian.” Come on, we all know she is — especially lately with her ongoing fight for criminal justice reform . And now she has saved the day once again! Besides Kim, Rob’s other sisters also care about his wellbeing and just want to see him happy and healthy again, especially for the sake of his daughter Dream. But finally, after months of dealing with custody battles and self-destructive behaviors, things look like they might actually be turning around for the 32-year-old. According to another report from Radar Online , the father of one is “determined to take back the throne” by getting back in shape physically and being more financially stable . “Rob has quit drinking and partying and he has let go of his bitter resentment against all of his family members,” shared an insider. We’re glad Rob is finally on the same page with the rest of the world and realizes that it is ok to keep up with his sisters. (Especially the ones that make him money, @ Kim.) View Slideshow: Rob Kardashian: Roasted on Twitter for Blac Chyna Slut-Shaming
Source: Don Nixon / Don Nixon Name: Gabby Fé IG: @gabtheguru Agency: State Model Management Claim To Fame: A TJ Maxx commercial kick started her career. Standing 5 feet 8 inches Gabby Fé was used to hearing a common theme in comments about her appearance from her friends and family in Orlando, Florida . “When I was growing up people used to tell me like ‘Gabby you’re so pretty! You’re pretty and you’re tall. If you [would] only lose weight you can model but like you can’t, you know you can’t model the way you are.” In an exclusive interview with Hello Beautiful the sought-after model revealed how a surprise birthday present not only proved critics wrong but placed her on the cover of Plus Model Magazine . View this post on Instagram I am OVERWHELMED with emotions right now!! This is my First Ever Magazine Cover!! I’m SO Thankful that it was with Plus Model Magazine. I’ve had people tell me NO many times. I’ve had doors shut because people didn’t believe that I could do this!! But I Never Gave Up and I’m Still Going!!Im So Grateful to Be Living My Dreams and My Calling!! Thank You SO Much Maddy and Team it is truly an honor Thank you to my wonderful agents @bicoastalmgmt . @lucaspicturesnyc . . #plusmodelmag #plusmodel #covergirl #curvygirl #blackgirlmagic #darkskingirls #queen #curlyhair #hillsongnyc #bodypositivity #plussizemodel #Melanin #skorchmagazine #plussize #LaneBryant #boldandcurvy #ftfselfie #visiblyplussize #fashion #melanin #bbwgirls #fashion #plussizemeplz #celebratemysize #xoq #gotobermuda #positivevibes #influencer #thick #braids #brooklyn @simplybeusa @charlotterusseplus @rebelwilsonxangels @bicoastalmgmt @statemgmt A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Aug 1, 2018 at 10:38am PDT “It’s kind of a crazy story,” replied Fé’ when asked how she ended up signing to State Model Management and representing brands like Amazon, TJ Maxx, and Dia & Co . “My older sibling, my older brother who never gives me a Christmas present or birthday present, he goes like ‘Your birthday’s coming up. What you do what for your birthday?’ I was like ‘Really? I just want a round trip ticket to New York City. I’ve never been to New York City. He’s like ‘Great I will pay for your plane ticket and that will be your birthday gift. I was like ‘Wow! I’m so shocked,’ and my mom decided to pay for my AirBnB so that was my birthday present came to New York.” View this post on Instagram On Set with Dia and Co. Discussing August Fashions and How to Accessorize a Dress for three different occasions. Had so much fun with the team!! Can’t wait till you all see the finished product!! @diaandco . . #diaandco #newwork #plusmodel #plussizefashion #F21xMe #bodypositivity #plussizemodel #Melanin #skorchmagazine #plussize #LaneBryant #ftfselfie #visiblyplussize #fashion #melanin #bbwgirls #fashion #plussizemeplz #celebratemysize #xoq #gotobermuda #positivevibes #influencer #thick @rebelwilsonxangels @rebdolls @forever21plus @plusmodelmag @plussize_meplz @fullfigured_fashion A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Aug 6, 2018 at 8:52am PDT She appreciated her family’s generosity, but she never thought their gifts would lead to an address change . “I never thought anything of it I’m just like I’m just gonna go.” View this post on Instagram Happy 2 Year Anniversary Living in New York!! #Blessed . . #afropunk #hillsongnyc #bodypositivity #plussizemodel #sayhi #Melanin #skorchmagazine #plussize #LaneBryant #thesecurves #boldandcurvy #ftfselfie #visiblyplussize #curlfest2018 #fashion #siswimsearch #simplybeautiful #sephora #melanin #bbwgirls #fashion #celebratemysize #Ruebabe #xoq #goldenconfidence #positivevibes #influencer #thick #braids #brooklyn @simplybeusa @modcloth @maurices @rue21official @premme.us A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Sep 6, 2018 at 12:57pm PDT She was partially inspired by Ashley Graham , who she recalls being the first plus size model she saw celebrated in the mainstream media. “When I was growing up, I never heard of plus-size modeling, so I came specifically to New York to see what it was about to see if I had a shot at it.” Even her mother was taken aback by all the attention Graham was getting. “My mom was like ‘Hey Gabby, this girl she’s curvy like you. You should check it out. So I started doing my research I discovered Plus Model Magazine and I started seeing curvy models.” View this post on Instagram Best Compliment A Model Can Get “You Really Do Look Like Your Comp Card” . Shoutout to the Best Agent Ever – Love you Marcy!! @marcellamsa10 . . . @Tommychungphotography @samanthastudio @statemgmt @statemgmt.scout @universalstandard @curvycoutureintimates @models1curve @thecurvyfashionista @curvysupermodelrtl @plussize_meplz @lanebryant @plusmodelmag #effyourbeautystandards #honormycurves #F21xMe #BeBold #BeYou #BeSimplyBe #bodypositivity #statemgmtnyc #statemgmtcurve #plussizemodel #Melanin #forever21plus #bbw #blackhistory #plussizeblogger #plussize @LaneBryant #thesecurves #ftfselfie #visiblyplussize #fashion #ftfselfie #visiblyplussize #fashion #plussizemeplz #skortchstyle #celebratemysize #Ruebabe #xoq #blackish #grownish @enews #getyourrebelon #aeriereal A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on May 31, 2018 at 12:17pm PDT While on her birthday trip Fé, who had been singing since she was a child but was discouraged from trying modeling, decided to cold call modeling agencies in an effort to find her way to the spotlight. She described her shock at how quickly she succeeded. View this post on Instagram Believe me, you're capable of a lot of things. Keep reaching for the stars. Sky's the limit Los Angeles 4/5-4/10 . @forever21 @plusbklyn @forever21plus @naturalmodelsla @fashionnovacurve @loveumag @fabuplus @universalstandard @skorchmagazine @musemodelsnyc @statemgmt @rebelwilsonxangels @xeharcurvy #effyourbeautystandards #honormycurves #F21xMe #BeBold #BeSimplyBe #bodypositivity #statemgmtnyc #statemgmtcurve #plussizemodel #Melanin #forever21plus #bbw #blackhistory #plussizeblogger #plussize @LaneBryant #thesecurves #type3 #visiblyplussize #fashion #crave #vogue #fur #loyalty @papermagazine #curlyhair #curlyhairstyles #coilyhair @devacurl #curly #curls #curlyhairdontcare A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Mar 22, 2018 at 12:18pm PDT “As I was here literally everything started falling into place everything started happening at once. I literally went on line submitted to the agencies.” Her submissions resulted in several interest meetings being scheduled but before she could attend any of them fate intervened. View this post on Instagram Happy Birthday Gabby What an Amazing year I have lived. . I was born on a Tuesday and my birthday this year is on a Tuesday. As I reflect on my journey from this past year, I look back to see how many blessings came my way . . I booked my first cover on a magazine! Shoutout to @plusmodelmag . . . I got to visit my mom In Trinidad when I haven’t been back to her home country in 5 years. I completed my first year of Full-Time Modeling!! Whoo hoo Dream Come True. . . I released my first single to the world on my new album and i’m now officially Spotify verified. . . I had my first swimsuit photo shoot in one of the most beautiful places, Malibu. Thanks @i.mays . . So many more things I can mention but overall I want to say I am so blessed to live on this Earth another year!! I know God has a plan and a purpose for my life and yours and I’m so grateful. . . Time to party and celebrate and live it up!! Cheers to the Good Life A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Nov 6, 2018 at 9:12am PST “I got an email from like a random email saying there was a casting call for a TJ Maxx commercial,” she explained. Some might have written the message off as a scam but the then 22-year-old let optimism guide her. Shortly afterwards she was making the most of her impromptu vacation by meeting with the casting directors. View this post on Instagram My First National Campaign Check me out at TJ MAXX and the commercial airs on Prime Time TV During Dancing With The Stars #nycmodel #beautybeyondsize #psblogger #curvilyyours @plusmodelmag @msacurve @fffweek @forever21 #effyourbeautystandards #theashleygraham #curvemodel #Melanin #WildChild #photography #vlog #plusisequal #iamsizesexy #iamperfect #Brooklyn #loveandlegend #beyourownicon #DWTS #thickchic #ibbiwoman #Model #WILLYSCOUTS #NYC #Darkskingirl #psmodel #plussize #plussizemodel #getscouted #plussizefashion #thisbody @gabifresh A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Mar 28, 2016 at 6:24pm PDT “They called me like 15 minutes later and they were like ‘You’re in New York City, we’re in New York City… do you want to come in for an in-person audition?” View this post on Instagram Always take the time to actively appreciate those who actively appreciate you. . . #Melanin #honormycurves #plusmodelmag #celebratemysize @tjmaxx #Plussize #sayhi #NovaBabe #curvygirl #gabifresh #xoq #LaneBryant #ftfselfie @plusmodelmag #bodypositivity #IAmDiverseBeauty #Maxxlife #thickchick #TheseCurves #Model #NYC #RealBeauty #slinksquad #photography #feelinggoody #nycmodel #Forever21Plus #plussizefashion #iwontcompromise #curvemodel #rebdolls #bbw A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Jun 14, 2017 at 11:16am PDT The audition was a pretty routine process. She answered generic questions about herself and was dismissed with well wishes. Afterwards she returned home with her ambition in tow. “I just went back to my regular old life,” she explained. She was surprised to receive a call back from the company who insisted that she fly out immediately to appear in the ad. “I booked it. They flew me out to LA, in this beautiful penthouse suite. They had a driver and everything I felt like a celebrity or something. They gave me my own trailer. We were filming on Venice beach. It was so cool as my first experience.” View this post on Instagram Yellow is my favorite color. Ever since I wore a big yellow dress in my TJ Maxx Commercial I’ve been in love with this color. It enhances my dark skin, it reminds me of all things happy. The sun is yellow, light is yellow, pineapple juice is yellow and my fav. I’m blessed to rock yellow. . . Who is ready for warm weather and a big yellow sun? A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Mar 29, 2019 at 1:35pm PDT The luxury didn’t last long and when Fé wrapped the shoot she knew she wanted more. “After I got that opportunity I was like ‘This is a sign I need to move to New York City’. So I took my earnings from the commercial and moved to New York city and from that point I signed with two different agencies and the rest is history.” That history includes walking in shows at New York Fashion Week and leaving behind a part-time job at Forever 21 to spend days smizing on set. “I’ve working with a lot of different brands. It’s my full-time gig now.” She still has side hustle. A lifelong lover of music she recently began releasing music often working with producers to perfect her sound in between modeling gigs. View this post on Instagram Yup!! This is the Real Me and I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. . . I’m now modeling out of state and soon out the country. My music is getting out there and I’m officially blue check verified on Spotify so check me out (search Gabby Fé) I’m living my best life. . . . I have days where I go to the gym and eat super healthy then I have days where I just want a slice of pizza and to watch Netflix to avoid Adulting. I have back rolls and lovely lady lumps and I’m fully happy. Not needing anyone’s approval to be myself. Here is me, the real me, in my element, by the ocean, in my happy place. So here is a Body Positive Post for your Timeline . . . P.S. how many of you caught my IG live performance on Sunday? Sunday with Gabby Fé is happening again so let me know if you’re ready for another round. A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Jun 18, 2019 at 10:39am PDT “I’ve been singing my whole life since I was like 4 but I started getting into the recording studios maybe two years ago. I have some stuff up on Spotify and some music videos coming out this year.” She says that her upcoming music reflects how her journey of self-acceptance has impacted her romantic life. View this post on Instagram 20k Followers!! Thank You These past few weeks have been insane! I’m Consistently Working, Booking New Clients and my E.P. Drops soon. Can’t wait for you all to hear what I’ve been working on. Sometimes I feel discouraged when things aren’t happening in my timing but the world doesn’t revolve around our timing only Gods timing. I’m grateful for everything I have today! Family, friends, My Wonderful Agents, and all of YOU!! Thank you for being on my Team! #TeamGabby #Gabbonaters . . #statemgmt #bicoastalmgmt #skorchmagazine #plussize #LaneBryant #thesecurves #boldandcurvy #ftfselfie #visiblyplussize #fashion #siswimsearch #simplybeautiful #sephora #melanin #bbwgirls #fashion #plussizemeplz #skortchstyle #celebratemysize #Ruebabe #xoq #goldenconfidence #positivevibes #influencer #thick #braids #brooklyn @simplybeusa @bustle @heyrevelist @dorothycombsmodels @immcurve @bridgemodels @rue21official @tresemme A post shared by Gabby Fé – Plus Size Model (@gabtheguru) on Jul 20, 2018 at 12:47pm PDT “I feel like it really comes down to me. I’ve always had guys who have been attracted to me, but I haven’t always been attracted to myself. I was always uncomfortable in my skin because there weren’t a lot of plus-size girls around me. I was always the biggest girl in my friend group and I was always the biggest girl in class so I felt uncomfortable. But now that I’ve kind of grown into my own I feel more comfortable with my body and the way I look. I can tell that the guys that I date enjoy my beauty and who I am as a person, so it’s helped me to just accept who I am, come out of my shell and enjoy being looked at and complimented. I can take compliments now you want to tell me a compliment I can appreciate that now back then I couldn’t.” Her non-romantic relationships have evolved as well. Today her former critics are in awe of how she has expanded their view of what a ‘model’ looks like. “I think it’s like a new world to them and they never saw anything like it before. They’re very supportive now they see the vision coming to life and they’re very supportive of it.” DON’T MISS: MODEL MONDAY: HBCU Dancer DaQuendra Elston Never Let Her Size Hold Her Back MODEL MONDAY: Ashley Chew Started #BlackModelsMatter After Seeing Fashion Week From Both Sides MODEL MONDAY: Ariel Pierre-Louis Talks Colorism And Classism In The Modeling Industry [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3054173″ overlay=”true”]
