Ty
Agencies
Mother Agency (MA): Sutherland models
London: The Milk collective
Montreal: Together Model Management
Answers to Q&A
Why did you want to become a model?
It started as something I picked up after finishing my degree in criminology and psychology. At the time, I had been balancing school while working full-time selling BMWs, and once I wrapped up my studies, I finally had more time on my hands. I’m someone who always needs to stay productive and moving forward, so modeling felt like a natural next step. What started as something on the side quickly turned into more. The deeper I got into it, the more I realized how much I could grow in the industry. It’s become a way for me to express myself, travel, and connect with people I likely wouldn’t have met otherwise. I take pride in how I carry myself, and modeling gives me the space to show that in a real way.
What makes you special?
I think it’s the mix of discipline, ambition, and curiosity. I’m consistent in everything I do & modelling is no exception. I like learning new things, pushing myself, and finding ways to level up, whether that’s in front of the camera, in business, or just day to day life. I want to make the most of my time here, and for me, that means learning as much as I can and constantly evolving into the best version of myself.
What are you passionate about?
Motorsports, my family, and the New York Knicks. I’ve always been into cars and bikes, but over the last few years I’ve really fallen in love with the world of motorsport. The intensity, the precision, and the focus it takes to carve out solid lap times genuinely amazes me. Long term, I’d love to build a track car and move from just watching motorsports to actually getting behind the wheel. Especially with a lot of major fashion hubs based in Europe, the motorsport culture there is unmatched.
That same passion and loyalty shows up in how I feel about the Knicks. As a teenager, I played high-level basketball, and my team was always fighting from the bottom of the standings. So now, as an adult, watching the Knicks finally turn things around hits a little deeper. There’s something about seeing steady progress that always puts a smile on my face. I know we’ve been saying it since ’73, but next year is our year!! When I’m not watching a race or a game, I’m usually spending time with the people closest to me. That balance keeps me grounded.
Who is someone you admire and why?
My mom. She’s my superwoman. She’s so strong, driven and just real. She’s been there for me through every high and low. From early mornings at basketball practice to late nights in university, and now with me traveling to meet me for international fashion shoots. She’s never missed a beat. She’s the one person I can always count on to tell me the truth, even when I don’t want to hear it. If I’m wrong or being stubborn, she’ll call me out and keep me grounded. She leads by example and raised me with values that shaped me into the person I am today. She’s a boss in every way and everything I do is rooted in what she’s taught me.
Describe your dream shoot.
My dream shoot would definitely take a page out of my passion for motorsport. Something inspired by a Ferrari-style campaign or Porsche’s Aime Leon Dore collaboration. I feel like that perfect mix of speed and luxury reflect me well. I see myself in sharp, tailored fits with cars that match the vibe. On the other side, a more traditional dream shoot for me would be something editorial, like a GQ cover. The kind of moment I could look back on 20 years from now, show my kids, and say, “Yeah, that was me when I was your age.” Seeing my face on a GQ billboard would be a surreal, full-circle kind of feeling.