LCN: Hey lovely, are you ready to get this interview started?
CASSIIE: Yes, you know I am
LCN: What were you doing before you sat down to chat with me?
CASSIIE: I was watching Sex & The City… Its def my favorite show!
LCN: You’re very accomplished and yet you are very young. How was life growing up?
CASSIIE: It was great! I was an only child was raised by my mother. I did a lot of activities such as dance classes, gymnastics etc. I was active
LCN: What is it about your personality and your upbringing that made you so passionate about modeling?CASSIIE: I’ve always watched all the models on television and in the magazines. I always said I wanted to do it at a young age. People would always ask if I was a model or tell me I should so I gave it a shot
LCN: Elaborate on your magazine and video features
CASSIIE: I’ve done a lot of videos and magazines. There’s so many I can’t remember them all (laughs). I’ve done Gucci Mane "911 Emergency" Jeezy and Plies "Lose My Mind" DJ Drama and Fabolous, Wiz Khalifa "Oh My" Bow Wow & Soulja Boy "Get Money" etc.. Hips On Deck, Nine5Four Magazine, Dynasty Series, and Smooth Magazine.
LCN: What have you enjoyed the most while on set?
CASSIIE: Definitely meeting new people
LCN: What’s the wildest thing you’ve seen off camera?
CASSIIE: Oh I’m a wild child myself so nothing is too wild for me (LAUGHS)
CASSIIE: My first photo shoot was on the beach in Orlando (laughs)
LCN: How did you become to be so comfortable in front of the camera?
CASSIIE: I’ve always been a loud goofball and class clown so not too hard for me at all ( laughs)
LCN: Who are some of the models you looked up to?
CASSIIE: A model I look up to is Adriana Lima!!! I love her!
LCN: Who introduced you to the urban modeling industry?
CASSIIE: I kind of brought it upon myself ..I mean I do have the body for it (smiles)
LCN: Damn right. How did you feel taking off your clothes for the first time?
CASSIIE: Honestly, I was so scared I would say NO to everything that required showing skin (laughs).
LCN: What type of ritual or routines do you follow to relax before shooting?CASSIIE: Nothing really... I just get in and get out WORK! (laughs)
LCN: How would you describe the image that comes across when people look at your photos?
CASSIIE: People would just say their pretty pictures that show off my figure (laugh)
LCN: What (laughs) that’s it… Okay well what would the average person say about you?
CASSIIE: That I am nice, outgoing, crazy, fun to be around, and also caring
LCN: What’s the worst stereotype that you’ve ever faced as a model? CASSIIE: That I am a groupie, a hoe, blah blah and I’m not any of those at all. Just because some are doesn’t mean that all are. I’m in and out and only just getting my work done.
LCN: What’s the greatest compliment that you’re received as a model?
CASSIIE: That I look prettier in person than in my pics and that I am down to earth.
LCN: What keeps you motivated?
CASSIIE: I am always working & new projects to come my way. It keeps me more than motivated.
CASSIIE: Everything I’ve shoot with Marquest is sexy. I love shooting with him
LCN: What would you say has been the most difficult part of modeling in the industry?
CASSIIE: When shooting videos they are very, very, long hours and it’s exhausting.
LCN: How was it being named Sicario Tequila spokesmodel?
CASSIIE: I Love it! (smiles)
LCN: How many tattoos do you have? If any would you consider getting more?CASSIIE: I have four and I want more but I don’t know what I want yet. They’re definitely addictive (laughs)
LCN: The one on your rib is sexy though. What does the text read?
CASSIIE: It says, "Never give your reasons For your judgment will probably be right but your reasons almost certainly will be wrong"
LCN: Do you think some models limit their marketability by getting inked?
CASSIIE: Not at all because some magazines want girls with a lot of ink
LCN: I know you enjoy watching reality TV. Would you consider stepping into the world of reality TV soon? CASSIE: Yes maybe one day (smiles)
LCN: That shows do you now enjoy watching during your busy schedule?
CASSIIE: Basketball Wives, Bad Girls Club, Real Housewives, Ghost Whisperer, The Kardashians all of that kind of stuff (laughs).
CASSIIE: Just work hard, being on time to events and shoots, getting my work done and leaving
LCN: What is your ultimate goal in the modeling world?
CASSIIE: I don’t really have a goal I just enjoy what im doing and I would like to help others along the way.
LCN: What has been your wildest moment while hosting a party or afterwards?CASSIIE: Not really a wild moment I’m a wild child when I host parties I like to drink and everyone to drink with me and have a good time.
LCN: OK, I’m going to give you a moment to sell Cassiie MeLinda… Why should I attend a party hosted by you? CASSIIE: Because were going to have a blast I'm not stuck up I invite everyone to come party w me !! So Lets get DRUNK (LAUGHS).
LCN: OK, even though you’re truly beyond sexy. Why should I purchase a magazine with you being featured in it? CASSIIE: Because the pictures are hot and my interviews are pretty interesting ... So BUY them DAMMIT!! (laughs)
LCN: What’s the sexiest thing about you?
CASSIIE: I like my long hair. My flat tummy, and my eyes and FYI everything on my body is 100% natural!!!! (smiles)
LCN: What is the best part of your body; the part that needs the most improvement?
CASSIIE: Definitely my stomach. I don’t want to improve anything about my appearance
CASSIIE: My buns! (laughs)
LCN: Are you single?
CASSIIE: As of now yes, but I am dating.
LCN: What's the relationship with you and Orlando Magic's Glen Davis? There were rumors speculating about you two.
CASSIIE: Nothing with Glen Davis, we're just friends. That's all.
LCN: What's the relationship with you and Orlando Magic's Glen Davis? There were rumors speculating about you two.
CASSIIE: Nothing with Glen Davis, we're just friends. That's all.
LCN: Well, since you're on the market, what ways do you like to be romanced?
CASSIIE: I’m really simple a movie and a nice dinner is romantic to me woul be romantic.
LCN: Can we make magic the first night?
CASSIIE: Nope! If we’ve been dating or talking for a while then that’s a different story... (laughs)
LCN: What's your vision for the next five years in general? What do you want to do?
CASSIIE: Marriage and possibly kids
LCN: What advice would you give young models looking to step into this industry?
CASSIIE: Work hard, make sure your meeting the right people in the industry to get you ahead & don’t listen to the haters! People are always going to have something negative to say ignore it ... They’re just making you more famous (smile).
LCN: What future projects do you have lined up?
CASSIIE: Things just pop up here and there ill keep everyone posted of course on my upcoming events.
LCN: Any shout outs?
CASSIIE: Follow me on Twitter: @CassiieMeLinda and check out my site http://www.cassiiem.com/
