As Tyriq French studies and works in the fashion industry, his focus is on building on an existing solid foundation. Aiming high, Tyriq French understands the need of a diverse team for his career aspirations through his fashion work and modeling. A continual source of inspiration for him in front of an audience is the idea of making a difference not just in his hometown of South Memphis but also beyond its borders.
Q: Where are you from?
A: South Memphis, Tennessee
Q: What are Three qualities that describe you?
A: Caring, survivalist, and ambitious
Q: What is it creatively that you are working on?
A: Becoming a even bigger model , finishing physical therapy school.
Q: Who were the most influential people in your life?
A: Mo Skelton, who was my God Father
Q: What is inspiring you right now consistently to work on your endeavors?
A: My family never really had a big star in the family. I feel that I should be the first so I can pave the way for the way for little kids. Growing up in South Memphis was rough, and I was really poor with my eight sisters. I am the only boy so I had to grow as a man and become the father to them
Q: What piece of advice you want others to take back from the work you display?
A :Stand out do not fit in, make a name for yourself. Most importantly be consistent. Health is wealth.
Q: How have you overcome struggles to be where you are at now?
I always knew that I wanted better for myself. I never wanted to be like everyone else. And I never complained, always found a way. control what I can control and brush the bad things off to keep going. I always treat others with respect, and I love to take in knowledge. I will never stop learning rather if it’s about the human body or life.
Q: As a business owner, what are some obstacles have you had to overcome to get where you are at?
I had to overcome being poor not being able to afford things as a young boy. I had to overcome being in the most dangerous city in America. So trying to survive everyday was my main priority. The biggest obstacle was that I had to make was sacrifices and investing in myself.
Q: What do you have coming up right now that you want others to know about?
A: I have some new model modeling collaborations coming soon, so be on the lookout on my Instagram , which is @tyriqfrench.
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