Body Talk with Richard Gutierrez

Like most people his age, Richard Gutierrez loves speed – I mean, racing.

"It gives me a certain high," said Richard, fresh from the box-office success of his and Angel Locsin’s big-screen starrer Let The Love Begin (following their also-hit GMA fantaserye, Mulawin). "But I’m not a reckless driver/racer."

True to form, Richard’s first venture under his own company called Icedout Productions (put up only last February) is a celebrity drag race entitled Hot Summer Nights at the PRA Promenade on Diosdado Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City, on May 20 and 21 (Friday and Saturday). His fellow actors are joining the race sponsored by Bench, Smart, San Miguel Corp., GMA 7, Adobo Republic, Cosmetiderm, Play & Display, Toyz for the Boyz, Solar, Sports Plus, 89.9 FM, 105.9 FM, 89.1 FM and Uno magazine. (For inquiries, call 727-2534 or 727-2536.)

Lanky like his father (Eddie Gutierrez), Richard stands six feet on size 11.5 shoes, weighs 175 lbs. and wears large-size briefs (his waistline is 32").

Let’s do a body talk with Local Filmdom’s Crush ng Bayan and Mr. Box-Office Hit.

Are you happy with your body?

"Oh, yes, I am – very happy!"

What part of your body is your favorite?

"I have to say... my eyes."

Why?

"Because I can use them in my acting. Parang they’re my weapon."

What part of your body do you think needs a little improvement?

"Siguro my abs. They need some firming up."

What part of your body is the most vulnerable?

"My eyes. My eyebags become too obvious when I lack sleep or when I’m tired."

What part of a girl’s body do you look at first?

"The face."

What part of the face?

"The eyes. They are the windows of the soul, di ba? You can see in the eyes if a person is sincere or not."

How many percent of Richard Gutierrez is Eddie Gutierrez and how much is Annabelle Rama (his mom)?

"I got my father’s height. And my looks. They say that I am the carbon copy of my dad. And so is Raymond, my twin brother. I think I got my mom’s being caring and thoughtful."

What sort of diet do you follow?

"Right now, I’m on the South Beach Diet."

What kind of food do you avoid?

"Pork, beef, sweets and salty food."

What kind of food do you prefer?

"Healthy food. Steamed fish or chicken, salads and vegetables."

What do you take for breakfast?

"Oatmeal, sometimes. Eggs and vegetables."

For lunch?

"More of chicken and more salads."

For dinner?

"Very light lang. Zero carbs and high protein."

Are you a snacks person?

"Gourmet snacks, kasama na doon sa South Beach Diet."

What kind of workout do you do?

"Right now, very intense. I work out every day. I do it either in the gym or at home. I’m also into martial arts. I run a lot, too."

What vitamins and/or minerals are you taking?

"Multi-vitamins and herbal medicines which I buy from GNC."

How much liquid do you take every day?

"Oh, lots and lots of water. At least eight glasses. Kailangan distilled water para mabilis nailalabas sa katawan."

Sodas?

"No, I’m not a soda person."

How much sleep do you get per night?

"Eight to 10 hours – when I’m not busy. But when working, I get only maybe half of that."

How do you cope with stress?

"Ang outlet ko sports. Besides what I mentioned already, I also play basketball every now and then. Or I just stay home and relax in my room. I just lie down and think of beautiful things."

How do you pamper yourself?

"Simple lang. I watch movies. I eat in a nice restaurant. Spend time with my brothers. Sa akin, pampering na ‘yon. Or get a massage once a week."

How’s your nightlife?

"Right now, I’m not into it, not as much as before. Parang I’m past the stage of going to clubs and bars and hanging out with friends. I’m focused on my career."

Love life?

"None right now."

Sex life?

"Like my love life... none. I don’t have a girlfriend."

What’s your favorite sleeping wear?

"Loose shorts and loose T-shirt."

And your clothes preference?

"Casuals. Comfortable jeans. By Bench, of course!"

What’s the last thing you do before going to sleep?

"I watch TV."

And the first thing you do when you wake up?

"Check my cell phone for missed calls and messages."

What’s your favorite fantasy?

"Being in a virgin island with a beautiful girl. For how many days? For as long as possible."

Do you apply anything on your face?

"Facial wash lang."

Are you vain just like most goodlooking guys?

"I’m not the type who would check himself in the mirror every now and then."

How long does it take you to fix yourself?

"Quick! Thirty to 40 minutes."

When you take a shower, what part of your body do you soap first?

"My hair. After shower, I follow a ritual: I dry myself, I brush my teeth, I put on my clothes and I spray myself with cologne."

What’s your favorite cologne?

"Different ones. But my favorite is Polo Blue by Ralph Lauren."

Have you received any indecent proposal?

"Luckily, none so far."

What if...

"...Not my trip."

What’s the best thing about Richard Gutierrez?

"My being thoughtful. I take care of people around me. I make sure that they’re okay."

Name three women you think have nice bodies...

"Jessica Alba. Beyonce. Natalie Portman."

And three men...

"Brad Pitt. Russell Crowe. Tom Cruise."

Using body language, how would you make a girl know that you admire/like her?

"I simply look straight at her eyes."

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