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IN CONVERSATION|THOMAS COLE BARON
Name|Thomas Cole Baron
Age|19
Hometown|Los Angeles, California
How did you get discovered?
I was discovered by Click Models in Los Angeles at an open call. I was forced by a friend who is also a model
What were you doing prior to modeling?
I was still in high school when I was discovered...I am now a university student, majoring in business finance
People would be surprised to know that I...
I started going out when I was 14 years old, masquerading as a twenty something. Nobody knew my real age, and I was quite good at it! I got away with a lot of things!
What's your latest obsession?
Being that I am from LA, I am a little obsessed with the rain. It doesn't rain much at home. I love sipping coffee and walking when it pours!
Your most prize possession?
My moleskin journal—I write often and they are full precious memories and momentos of where I have been
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
When I was younger, I look up to Bill Gates...as I matured, I began to idolize my grandfather. I admired people who are humble in their success, I aspire to be like him!
When is the last time you said, "I Love You" to someone?
To my friend, Grant. We have a interesting and complicated relationship...
Three adjectives that best describes you:
Observational, Strong Will and Defiant
Describe your personal style:
Californian cool mixed with a touch of classic 50's and grunge, it all comes together to create a flexible look that can be hip, laid-back, or more formal, without seemingly forced
Your favorite place you have travel to:
Sicily, specifically when I walked to the top of Mount Etna, an active volcano! It was incredible!
Your favorite film and scene from the film:
Marie Antoinette—Scene: When she is in the carriage on the way home from the Masquerade Ball, realizing she is in love!
Your favorite sport:
Sport: Tennis
Player: Serena Williams—Because she just won the French Open
If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?
Los Angeles, California—I will take you to Laguna Beach, a small beach town that embodies everything California
If there was a cable tv show in your name, which song will be your main theme for the show?
Try The Beat by The Sounds
My favorite model moment:
My first shoot was for the Adidas Originals campaign, being in the spotlight, with all 30 people working behind the scene at the shoot all staring at me!
Your wish for 2013?
To live the most awesome life that I can!
Clothing: Sweater and jeans, both by Cheap Monday
MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Carmelo Pizzuto|Click Models
IMAGES|CONCEPT|CASTING|John Tan
MODEL|Thomas Cole Baron|Click Models
Special thanks to Carmelo Pizzuto and the men's board at Click Models; Paul Leggiri at The News; Thomas for the long chat and braving the unpleasant alleys to shoot these images for JTC!
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THOMAS COLE BARON'S SELF PORTRAIT
