Tyson Ballou

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Tyson Ballou is a male supermodel. Discovered by the modeling agency, Page Parkes, he has become one of the industry's most sought-after male model.

He began modeling at the age of 15 years old, appearing in magazines and shows in Texas. Later on, he began modeling in New York under the Ford Models agency, but later signed with another agency, IMG, which was instrumental in making him one of today's most successful male models. His modeling include stints for Giorgio Armani, Versace, Exte, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Dolce and Gabbana, among others.

An interview excerpt from Modelwatch follows:

ModelWatch: What would you say to someone who is just about to enter modeling, maybe like 15 or 16 old boys...what should they expect from modeling?

Tyson Ballou: I would say stay in school and get an education or try to do both if you can. Don't expect to make a lot of money. Most don't make the kind of money you think and if you do make it remember that this business changes fast so don't blow it away

Tyson still models today, and have done runway shows in London, Milan, Paris, Sao Paulo and New York. He lives in New York city.