Troy has an explanation.
"In my movies, I never appeared in trunks or briefs, even in my love scenes which were usually done under the blanket. I always wore boxer shorts. So why did I agree to wear briefs for Dickies this time? Simple: I’m ready. Before, I wasn’t really confident to show my body; no, I wasn’t really shy. My manager then also didn’t want me to go in that direction. There were offers but we turned them down."
Now, he’s showing his beautiful body for the whole world to see, all of him: Six-foot flat, 175 lbs., large-sized briefs and shirts and size 11 shoes.
How did his rumored girlfriend Aubrey Miles react to it?
"Oh, she likes it!"
What’s the real score between them?
"I’m not dating anyone else and neither does she. We don’t want our relationship to be so serious... yet. We want to keep things light. We do enjoy each other’s company so much. I’ve grown quite attached to her. We’re not giving each other any pressure. But I can say that we’re heading towards that direction. If I have to be serious with anybody, hopefully it will be her."
Anyway, due to persistent demand from readers, Funfare is also engaging Troy in a "body talk" (like Marc Nelson and Jericho Rosales). Here we go:
How did you get such a beautiful body?
"I think a lot of it has to do with genes, so I have to thank my Mom and my Dad. Other than that, it’s a product of hard work."
Have you ever been fat?
"I do get fat every now and then. When you don’t see me on TV, that means I’m gaining some weight because I get so tamad to work out and I love to eat. So I get scarce and hide."
What kind of diet do you follow?
"It’s hard because, as I’ve said, I really love food. I cut down on the rice; I don’t take so much deep-fried food. But I really love meat and junk food, so I have a problem. I guess I should work out harder. I’d rather work out harder so I can eat more."
How many glasses of liquid (water and juices) do you take every day?
"In liters? Four to five."
What kind of workout do you do?
"Weight-training and cardio exercises. I also like sports, especially basketbball, but I don’t have much time for it. I just go to the gym."
How much sleep do you get every day?
"At least seven hours. Enough sleep is good for everything – your skin, your outlook during the day, everything!"
How do you make up for lack of sleep?
"I eat a lot! I make sure that I eat a really good breakfast. I take power naps."
What about nightlife?
"I’ve cut down on my nightlife. If ever, I go see a movie or have dinner. But as far as gimiks are concerned, maybe just once every two weeks."
What vitamins and minerals do you take?
"I take multi-vitamins and minerals, and supplements for my workout, from the Belo Medical Clinic."
Do you apply anything on your face?
"No, but I get weekly facials also at the Belo Medical Clinic. I make sure I use a proper facial soap, which I also get from the Belo Medical Clinic."
What about your outlook in life? Are you a worrier or an optimist?
"Actually, I’m a little bit of both which is kind of funny. But I try to keep everything positive and light. Because if you are under stress and you have a negative attitude, it can give you a bad skin or other negative effects."
How do you cope with stress?
"One of the reasons why I go to the gym a lot is that it’s good for relieving stress. Otherwise, I keep to myself, watch sports shows on TV or doing something seriously. In short, don’t be so serious all the time."
What’s the most vulnerable part of your body?
"I would say... maybe my knees. I was a trouble-maker when I was a kid – you know, climbing trees, riding bikes, running around and falling down. That hurt my knees a lot."
Which part of your body is your favorite?
"I would say... my triceps. My arms. Why? I think my arms/triceps are well-defined."
Any part of your body you want changed or improved on?
"Yes, my knees! You know, your knees can become sensitive when you’ve hurt them in an accident."
Do you have a love life?
"I would say... the closest thing to my having a love life is Aubrey. But for now, as I’ve said, we don’t have a serious relationship."
What about your sex life?
"You know what? I’m pretty self-contained. I used to say that I didn’t need anybody but right now...well, I would say I’m not missing anything."
Are you vain like most good-looking guys?
"I must admit that I am. I’m very vain. I’ll be honest about it."
How much time do you spend in front of the mirror?
"It depends. Sometimes when I’m bored or when I’m thinking, I would stand there and... well, I can be very vain during those times."
How long does it take you to fix yourself?
"Again, it depends. Sometimes, an hour or shorter than that, about 10 minutes, if I’m in a hurry."
Do you sleep in the nude?
"No, I don’t. I sleep in my pajamas or in boxer shorts. I sleep with the aircon turned on ‘high’."
Name three actresses with beautiful body like yours.
"Aubrey Miles, of course. Jennifer Gardner. Cindy Kurleto."
And three actors.
"Victor Neri. Marc Nelson. Brad Pitt, of course!"
Using body language, how would you tell a girl that you like her?
"I use my eyes. I just look quietly at her. I make sure she knows that I’m looking!"
In connection with this, Funfare is conducting a joint quiz promo with the concert producer from June 7 to Saturday, June 12. Everyday, two winners (who will each get two tickets to the concert) will be picked by a representative of the concert-producer. There will be 12 winners all in all.
Simply answer the question Who do you think is the coolest Linkin Park member? and e-mail your answer to linkinparkpromo@yahoo.com or fax to 816-0014. (Winners will be duly notified and can claim their tickets on June 14 at Unit 809 V. Madrigal Bldg., Ayala Avenue, Makati City. Bring your ID. Look for Mic Florendo or Agie Dacanay, or call 817-2940.)
• From Jason Alvarez of No Curfew: "Phoenix... simply appears to be the most relaxed, very comfortable with himself and no pretensions."
• From Jenny Villon of MTV: "Mike Shinoda. He’s like the boy-next-door rockstar."
The Linkin Park is composed of Joe Hahn, Chester Bennington, MC Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Dave Farrell a.k.a. Phoenix and Rob Bourdon.
(E-mail reactions at rickylo@philstar.net.ph)