She was born on June 18, 1987 (Gemini) in Brooklyn, New York. Standing at 5’ 6” 105lbs; 32C-23-34 all natural; brunette with big brown eyes. She’s a mix of a little bit of everything including Filipina, Spanish, Puertorican, Italian, and Brazilian descent but at heat she embodies the spirit of New York. I’m pretty sure there are going to be a lot of mixed babies in the future so if she is the product of future, god damn does the future look bright. As a child, Mel aspired to be a comedian but took her life in a different direction by becoming a model. Now a day she is working hard to become a songwriter, musician, and singer. Her favorite genre of music is hip hop, making her favorite artist Notorious BIG. She's a sports fan too, reppin' the Orlando Magic and the New York Yankees. Did I mention she could probably kick your ass?
In 2010 she won Maxim Magazine’s Hometown Hotties representing the state of New York. She was also a Royal Flush Girl on the World Poker Tour. Maxim loved this bombshell so much that they added her to the 100 spot in their annual list for the world’s most beautiful woman, the Maxim Hot 100. She was also a participant in America’s Top Model, but was kicked off after a few episodes. In 2012 Vibe Magazine ranked her 2nd for the 30 Hottest Celebrities Under 30. Check out this interview Import Tuner did with her back in 2010-Growing up in Brooklyn, what's your craziest hood moment?
I would take shortcuts on my way to school and cut through the projects. I'd always hear about murders that happened recently in that location but would still take the shorter route anyway. I didn't want to be late for class!
Who's the greatest rapper to come out of Crooklyn, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Jay-Z, Notorious, or Chubb Rock?
Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Jay-Z, and Biggie are all amazing and each brought something different to the table. They're all in my top five with no specific order, although Biggie and Jay-Z get are most played on my iPod.
The Dodgers saw the light and moved to L.A. Would you consider?
I don't really see myself as an L.A. girl but I guess if I did, it would be for my career. L.A. also has a great basketball team, although I'm an Orlando Magic fan. I don't see myself leaving New York because everything is so convenient in the city that never sleeps. New York also inspires my music.
For the record, LA doesn't have a just "great" team, we're the home of the World Champion Lakers. [laughter] First it was Miracle on 34th Street then the Miracle on the Hudson. Have your own Manhattan miracle moment? Every moment in NYC is a miracle moment. There's no other place like it! I feel lucky to have grown up in NYC.
How you got booted off America's Next Top Model. What happened?
Tyra said she thought I wanted to do music more than modeling, which was completely untrue! I thought I was too short to be a model until I got the opportunity to be on the show. When I arrived in L.A., filming wasn't what I thought it would be. I was stressed and wasn't feeling the idea anymore so I didn't 'bring it.' I told some of the crew I'd be more excited if I saw a hotdog and I ended up getting booted. I still love Tyra, though. She's crazy beautiful.Or just plain crazy. Who do you consider America's top model?
Marissa Miller. In the next life, I want come back as a hot blonde with no waist like her. She's smoking hot!
After the Tyra debacle, is that when you decided to get more serious with your music?
Well, I was always into music. My dad is a musician and we would always write songs together, growing up. I was captain of the dance team in high school and was also in the women's chorus where I would put shows together for my school. I wasn't sure I wanted to pursue a career in music until after I graduated high school, which was when I decided that I wasn't going to go to college and get serious with music. Here I am, five years later, with amazing contacts in the industry and a great team behind me, and I'm writing and working on a much anticipated EP. It feels good!
How would you describe your music?
My music is influenced by some of the greats! I love Janet Jackson, En Vogue, TLC, Britney, Madonna! It's fun music that every girly girl would want to be listening to when they're getting ready for a night out. The music you dance around in your underwear to before you put your sexy dress on.
Sounds like my kind of jam. Is there an artist or producer you want to work with?
There are so many but I would love to collaborate with Jay-Z or even write a song for Britney.
That would be music you dance around in without your underwear. How about Enrique and Julio? How's the familia?
[laughs] I get that a lot! There's no relation. At least none that I know of.
What's the worst song to ever get radio play?
There are so many songs with messages I don't want my siblings singing. I cringe every time I hear my little brothers and sisters mouthing lyrics to lewd and disgustingly graphic songs. There are so many, I wouldn't be able to name just one.
Like dancing in, or without your underwear? [laughter] Auto-tune: For or against?
I don't want to hear rappers use it but I must say I do love me some T-Pain.
Besides music and modeling, what are you into?
I'm really into stealing Silly Bandz from little kids. I have a whole collection and haven't bought a single pack! [laughs] I'm just messing. I love basketball. I try to keep up with the NBA and I also play with friends. I also love playing poker and am going to buy a pair of new Christian Louboutins with my winnings. Come on, pocket aces! Mama needs a new pair of shoes!
This mama doesn't date, why?
It's slim pickings in NYC so I gave up! I developed a fly-swatting technique against men. A lot of guys are only looking for a good time and I have more to offer than just that.
What would a guy need to have for you to reconsider?
He would have to be well rounded and intellectual. I'm a great listener and I love to learn. You also have to have a killer sense of humor because I'm a huge goof ball. It's important to be able to laugh at yourself and only take yourself seriously as needed.
You can check out the full interview HERE
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Oh and here's a video of her and her friend, Lisa Ramos doing the cat daddy.
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