By Marius MII Bonner
Elke The Stallion has been featured in videos by Outkast, Eminem, and 50 Cent. She has appeared in Magazines such as Smooth, Straight Stuntin', FEDS, Sweets and etc. She has also made herself a household name and made Elke The Stallion into a trademarked Brand that is recognized all over the world due to her everlasting internet features. Elke has also appeared on national TV on shows such as TLC’s L.A. Ink, was mentioned by Jay Leno on The Tonight Show, and also on national TV in Germany for Pro 7 (Germany's largest network) where she was filmed for her own segment on TAFF, a show that can be compared to Extra or Access Hollywood. Le Creme Nation would like to welcome Elke The Stallion to the Dyme Connection.
LCN: Hi Elke, welcome to Le Creme Nation. How are you?
Elke: I am great, thank you.
LCN: When Le Creme Nation interview you have to come correct. Are you ready?
Elke: I always come correct. No BS from me ever!!
LCN: What were you doing before this interview?
Elke: I was dealing with some BS business wise, but was able to solve it before I started the interview.
LCN: Cool. Now how do you properly pronounce your name?
Elke: It’s pronounced L-Key. I know most people pronounce it Elk (like the animal).
LCN: Just for the people here who maybe unfamiliar with you and your
work, let the people know who's Elke The Model bka The Stallion
Elke: Elke The Stallion is on of the hottest Urban Models to date. I have been since 2005. I live in Los Angeles, CA.
LCN: What's your nationality?
Elke: I am German. I was born and raised in Germany.
LCN: Why did you make the move from Germany to the U.S.?
Elke: I am great, thank you.
LCN: When Le Creme Nation interview you have to come correct. Are you ready?
Elke: I always come correct. No BS from me ever!!
LCN: What were you doing before this interview?
Elke: I was dealing with some BS business wise, but was able to solve it before I started the interview.
LCN: Cool. Now how do you properly pronounce your name?
Elke: It’s pronounced L-Key. I know most people pronounce it Elk (like the animal).
LCN: Just for the people here who maybe unfamiliar with you and your
work, let the people know who's Elke The Model bka The Stallion
Elke: Elke The Stallion is on of the hottest Urban Models to date. I have been since 2005. I live in Los Angeles, CA.
LCN: What's your nationality?
Elke: I am German. I was born and raised in Germany.
LCN: Why did you make the move from Germany to the U.S.?
Elke: I have traveled a lot in the past and moved to Costa Rica before I came to the US. Germany is cool, its just not for me really.
LCN: When did you first dream of working the entertainment industry?
Elke: I always knew since I was a little girl that I would work in the entertainment industry. It was my destiny knowing that I have a unique look. So when I came to Hollywood and did my first auditions it was clear and I kept going from then on.
LCN: Did you come into the modeling industry expecting to be a video vixen or dream of hitting the runway like most girls?
Elke: No, I knew the runway was not an option for me. Like I said, my body type has always been curvy and thick and runway models have to be slim and tall. So finding your niche and fitting into an industry where you cans till pursue your dream and make money was what I was looking for. So music videos, magazines, etc was perfect for me.
LCN: Who inspired you to become a model?
Elke: I love old Hollywood movies with Marilyn Monroe and Lana Turner. Old Movie Sirens and I wanted to be like them. When I was a teenager supermodels like Linda Evangelista and Naomi Cambell were my idols. I knew that I could never do runway with my body type but I admired their unique beauty and knew I had to find my niche to use my unique look.
LCN: How were you discovered?
Elke: I was casted by Fred Johnson with Visionary Casting for the Outkast Video "I Like The Way You Move" and that’s how everything started for me.
LCN: So have you ever had some bad experiences with directors or celebrities coming onto you?
Elke: Yeah, of course. That happens all the time. I treat it like any other situation, if I like that person, I go for it. If I am not feeling that person I will decline.
LCN: What's the best experience you've had while modeling?
Elke: I love taking amazing pictures and I like re-inventing myself and trying different looks and themes. I also love connecting with my fans, hosting parties and being a part of great events that people enjoy.
LCN: Would you consider dating a celebrity or have you?
Elke: I consider anybody that has humor and a job (laughs). It could be a regular person or a celebrity. doesn't make a difference to me.
LCN: In general, how has the industry been treating you? Do you feel like you’re given the respect you deserve from the photographers, video directors, crew and whomever else?
Elke: This industry is brutal. There is tons of people on power trips, so its up to each model to survive and make the best of the situation. At the end of the day modeling is a job; so don’t get your feelings hurt if you don’t get booked, if you get rejected, etc. I've learned that right away when I first started modeling. So I never had really an issue. Besides, it has taught me to become a better business woman because I don’t let feelings come in the way of my business.
LCN: (Laughs) What's your opinion today's modeling industry?
Elke: (SMH) ....No comment, I'm just doing me the way I know how to do me; and get my paper.
LCN: Have you ever been on a bogus booking or casting call? How was
that experience?
Elke: No, I have not. In the beginning of my career I went to legit casting calls and sometimes gotten the job and sometimes not. But now, I don’t go to castings anymore. I get booked directly.
LCN: What do you think should improve within the urban modeling industry?
Elke: More sincere people, sincere models, and promoters. There's too much BS all around
LCN: What made you want to start your own modeling agency?
Elke: Well, honestly I started last year. It's still a working progress.
LCN: I definitely understand that.. Are you a hip hop fan? If so, who are some of your favorites in
the music industry?
Elke: Yes, I like hip hop a lot. Well, my favorite changes because I don’t go by artist, I go by song. I don’t have a favorite artist really because their could be a one song of an album I looooove and the rest I don’t like. But right now I am def feeling Rick Ross and Lil Wayne.
LCN: The person I would most like to meet? Name someone uncommon person?
Elke: That's hard, because there is so many people I would love to meet. So I really can't pick just one.
LCN: What talents do you have off the camera?
Elke: I am a great business woman. I know how to handle business and marketing. It definitely helps with my on camera talent to market what I do.
LCN: What does Elke enjoy doing during her spare time?
Elke: I love hanging out with my lil mama, going to the movies, and sleeping alot. I love to travel and swim in my pool every chance I get as well.
LCN: So are you single or taken?
Elke: Single
LCN: So after a long night of partying, what would you prefer, sleep or sex?
Elke: Sleep!!!!!!
LCN: Have you ever had a one-night stand?
Elke: Of course, who hasn't.
LCN: What is the most creative thing a guy has said or done to approach you?
Elke: I am always very impressed if a guy goes out of his way to make me happy. That could be anything, just something special.
LCN: What's your biggest fantasy?
Elke: I don’t have fantasies because I am not a dreamer. I am a realist and If there is something I want, I make it happen.
LCN: That’s what’s up. The biggest misconception about Elke The Model is...
Elke: That I am spoiled and mean. People always think I m a bitch. And I m so not a bitch. But I am honest and direct. I don’t sugarcoat nothing. I keep it real.
LCN: Tell us something your friends don’t know about you.
Elke: I am very moody, but I think my friends know that about me, but not my fans (laughs)
LCN: Would you consider furthering your modeling career into and evolving into an actress or TV host?
Elke: Of course, that would be amazing. I have done some movies and TV work, but I would love to have my own Talk show aka Wendy Williams. She is funny and entertaining. That’s all me!!!
LCN: What would you say has been your greatest accomplishment thus far?
Elke: Being able to live of my career. I don’t have a side job.
LCN: That’s better than excellent. What upcoming projects do you have in development for 2011?
Elke: Right now I am busy hosting and performing at different events, sot hat keeps me busy. But I want to further my newest project www.StallionModels.com in 2011. It’s a lot of work, but I am ready to go full throttle.
LCN: Before we go, just through recent conversation you obviously have the beauty and brains. What advice would you give anyone who's interested in stepping into the entertainment industry?
Elke: Hit me up at info@stallionmodels.com and if you have what it takes we will sign you and give all the advice you need.
LCN: How can we follow Elke The Model?
Elke: http://www.elkethestallion.com/ is my official site to keep updates. And follow me on twitter at www.twitter.com/elkethestallion
LCN: Great, thanks for sitting with Le Creme Nation and supporting Le Crème Ent Elke. Much love to you and we wish you the best.
Elke: Thank you so much for having me. Its been a pleasure.
LCN: When did you first dream of working the entertainment industry?
Elke: I always knew since I was a little girl that I would work in the entertainment industry. It was my destiny knowing that I have a unique look. So when I came to Hollywood and did my first auditions it was clear and I kept going from then on.
LCN: Did you come into the modeling industry expecting to be a video vixen or dream of hitting the runway like most girls?
Elke: No, I knew the runway was not an option for me. Like I said, my body type has always been curvy and thick and runway models have to be slim and tall. So finding your niche and fitting into an industry where you cans till pursue your dream and make money was what I was looking for. So music videos, magazines, etc was perfect for me.
LCN: Who inspired you to become a model?
Elke: I love old Hollywood movies with Marilyn Monroe and Lana Turner. Old Movie Sirens and I wanted to be like them. When I was a teenager supermodels like Linda Evangelista and Naomi Cambell were my idols. I knew that I could never do runway with my body type but I admired their unique beauty and knew I had to find my niche to use my unique look.
LCN: How were you discovered?
Elke: I was casted by Fred Johnson with Visionary Casting for the Outkast Video "I Like The Way You Move" and that’s how everything started for me.
LCN: So have you ever had some bad experiences with directors or celebrities coming onto you?
Elke: Yeah, of course. That happens all the time. I treat it like any other situation, if I like that person, I go for it. If I am not feeling that person I will decline.
LCN: What's the best experience you've had while modeling?
Elke: I love taking amazing pictures and I like re-inventing myself and trying different looks and themes. I also love connecting with my fans, hosting parties and being a part of great events that people enjoy.
LCN: Would you consider dating a celebrity or have you?
Elke: I consider anybody that has humor and a job (laughs). It could be a regular person or a celebrity. doesn't make a difference to me.
Elke: This industry is brutal. There is tons of people on power trips, so its up to each model to survive and make the best of the situation. At the end of the day modeling is a job; so don’t get your feelings hurt if you don’t get booked, if you get rejected, etc. I've learned that right away when I first started modeling. So I never had really an issue. Besides, it has taught me to become a better business woman because I don’t let feelings come in the way of my business.
LCN: (Laughs) What's your opinion today's modeling industry?
Elke: (SMH) ....No comment, I'm just doing me the way I know how to do me; and get my paper.
LCN: Have you ever been on a bogus booking or casting call? How was
that experience?
Elke: No, I have not. In the beginning of my career I went to legit casting calls and sometimes gotten the job and sometimes not. But now, I don’t go to castings anymore. I get booked directly.
LCN: What do you think should improve within the urban modeling industry?
Elke: More sincere people, sincere models, and promoters. There's too much BS all around
LCN: What made you want to start your own modeling agency?
Elke: Well, honestly I started last year. It's still a working progress.
LCN: I definitely understand that.. Are you a hip hop fan? If so, who are some of your favorites in
the music industry?
Elke: Yes, I like hip hop a lot. Well, my favorite changes because I don’t go by artist, I go by song. I don’t have a favorite artist really because their could be a one song of an album I looooove and the rest I don’t like. But right now I am def feeling Rick Ross and Lil Wayne.
LCN: The person I would most like to meet? Name someone uncommon person?
Elke: That's hard, because there is so many people I would love to meet. So I really can't pick just one.
LCN: What talents do you have off the camera?
Elke: I am a great business woman. I know how to handle business and marketing. It definitely helps with my on camera talent to market what I do.
LCN: What does Elke enjoy doing during her spare time?
Elke: I love hanging out with my lil mama, going to the movies, and sleeping alot. I love to travel and swim in my pool every chance I get as well.
LCN: So are you single or taken?
LCN: So after a long night of partying, what would you prefer, sleep or sex?
Elke: Sleep!!!!!!
LCN: Have you ever had a one-night stand?
Elke: Of course, who hasn't.
LCN: What is the most creative thing a guy has said or done to approach you?
Elke: I am always very impressed if a guy goes out of his way to make me happy. That could be anything, just something special.
LCN: What's your biggest fantasy?
Elke: I don’t have fantasies because I am not a dreamer. I am a realist and If there is something I want, I make it happen.
LCN: That’s what’s up. The biggest misconception about Elke The Model is...
Elke: That I am spoiled and mean. People always think I m a bitch. And I m so not a bitch. But I am honest and direct. I don’t sugarcoat nothing. I keep it real.
LCN: Tell us something your friends don’t know about you.
Elke: I am very moody, but I think my friends know that about me, but not my fans (laughs)
LCN: Would you consider furthering your modeling career into and evolving into an actress or TV host?
Elke: Of course, that would be amazing. I have done some movies and TV work, but I would love to have my own Talk show aka Wendy Williams. She is funny and entertaining. That’s all me!!!
LCN: What would you say has been your greatest accomplishment thus far?
Elke: Being able to live of my career. I don’t have a side job.
LCN: That’s better than excellent. What upcoming projects do you have in development for 2011?
Elke: Right now I am busy hosting and performing at different events, sot hat keeps me busy. But I want to further my newest project www.StallionModels.com in 2011. It’s a lot of work, but I am ready to go full throttle.
LCN: Before we go, just through recent conversation you obviously have the beauty and brains. What advice would you give anyone who's interested in stepping into the entertainment industry?
Elke: Hit me up at info@stallionmodels.com and if you have what it takes we will sign you and give all the advice you need.
LCN: How can we follow Elke The Model?
Elke: http://www.elkethestallion.com/ is my official site to keep updates. And follow me on twitter at www.twitter.com/elkethestallion
LCN: Great, thanks for sitting with Le Creme Nation and supporting Le Crème Ent Elke. Much love to you and we wish you the best.
Elke: Thank you so much for having me. Its been a pleasure.
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