SAULO MELO: I was at a party in Rio de Janeiro and was scouted by Sergio Mattos.
PONY RYDER: Why did you stay in the same agency during all your “modeling” time?
SAULO MELO: I stayed at the same agency during all this time because they are really good and they really pay attention to me. It’s not the glamour, they really wanna make money, and that’s what I want too.
SAULO MELO: It was really strange to be in front of the camera because I was shy and I didn’t like to be a model
SAULO MELO: No, I don’t like it too much… would be good if I got a lot of money with no one recognizing me..ahahaha.. . Some of my friends always talk about the photos they have seen =).
PONY RYDER: Do you mainly have positive or negative experiences with fans?
SAULO MELO: Positive..never negative.
SAULO MELO: My hometown is a city close to Rio.. it’s called Niteroi… you just have to cross the big bridge that is in Rio.. It’s the best place in the world. People here know each other..wherever I go I have people I know..the women are the best in the world, and the beach is like a paradise…you have to check this out on Google! The beach is called ITACOATIARA.. it’s like a dream come true.
SAULO MELO: Well.. I am a really simple man.-.who doesn’t like the glamour of life..I hate to be dressed up..I like to be at the beach with my girl (but I’m single now) surfing,.climbing the mountains. I like to practice some jujitsu. Than at night I like to have some Japanese food and spend some time with my girl and go to sleep to wake up early..
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SAULO MELO: I have a wonderful family that supports me at whatever I want to do..
PONY RYDER: How did your life look like before modeling?
SAULO MELO: My life before I was modeling was based on my studies. I am still doing it but sometimes I take a break to travel somewhere.
SAULO MELO: I don’t dance but I love carnival… the vibes during this period are so good to enjoy the life in a simple way
SAULO MELO: That’s true… but I think you can find some good energy in Africa, too.. The difference in Brazil is that you find a multiracial population that is so beautiful and happy that you can look at the crowd and feel the energy of all countries together.. I don’t know how to explain… just being here to feel and explain to yourself. hahahahaha.
PONY RYDER: Brazil is well known for their models! Who is your favorite Brazilian model?
SAULO MELO: I don’t have a favorite one but one that I really like is Adriana Lima not just because her work.. but for the person that she seems to be
SAULO MELO:…I really don’t have a favorite one here too..ahahahaha but I have a black and white picture of my family together that I will carry with me forever..it wasn’t for work..but was with a professional camera..the pic is fantastic..ahahaha could be some family editorial or something.
PONY RYDER: What kind of jobs would you like to work in the future?
SAULO MELO: I would like to do a perfume campaign.. like ten – it would be nice hun?
SAULO MELO: I lift weights when there are no waves.. because I think that too much exercise can hurt me..and I could not do any workout anymore.. I love sports..I wanted to be a surf pro or a soccer player ahahahaha
SAULO MELO: I don’t know what is strong on me. I think it is my smile.
PONY RYDER: What type of sports do you do?
SAULO MELO: I surf, I play soccer and I practice jujitsu .I don’t have a favorite gym. All of them are the same =)
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SAULO MELO: I think not having a routine in your life is the best way to get all the results..everything needs to be balanced. I don’t have a trainer. I do the cardio by climbing the mountain on foot..You know? Doing the drill..
PONY RYDER: Do you take care of what you eat?
SAULO MELO: I don’t take care a lot..but I like to eat healthy..not a diet but healthy food. I love life, I will make everything to live longer..
SAULO MELO: My favorite food is Japanese food with a cheese cake for desert
PONY RYDER: If you are eating out, where do you go? What is the place that has the best food for you?
SAULO MELO: There is a Japanese restaurant beside my house that’s is called GENDAI.. it’s amazing
PONY RYDER: Do you usually take your dates in restaurants…or?
SAULO MELO: Yes..so we can talk and get to know each other, have some drinks and feel comfortable. I prefer restaurants.
PONY RYDER: Which beer is your favorite?
SAULO MELO: My favorite beer is SKOL or ITAIPAVA. Brazilian beer.
PONY RYDER: What do you usually drink when you are out? What is your favorite juice flavor?
SAULO MELO: I drink caipisaque of kiwi..really good.
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SAULO MELO: I spend my summers going to the beach (Itacoatiara).
PONY RYDER: Do you like more Havaianas or Ipanema flip flops?
SAULO MELO: I don’t like any of those..they cut my foot when I walk ahahahah..really..
PONY RYDER: What eyewear brand are you wearing right now?
SAULO MELO: I am wearing EVOKE eyeglasses..
PONY RYDER: Are you afraid of sharks? Did you ever see one?
SAULO MELO: Here in Brazil we don’t have sharks..thats a good thing..I’ve never seen one..
SAULO MELO: The message for the readers and for everybody is: Don’t let your life pass without being lived..there are many ways to enjoy your life..
Exclusive interview with model Saulo Melo is original work by Pony Ryder.