To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here. Photo credit: Bob Coello.

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here. Photo credit: Hans Haveron.

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

In June of 2005, Metro International NY posted a story regarding Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante spending some time with athlete Terrell Owens. Here is the article (written by Jason Raj McIntyre).

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Source: MetroInternational

About.com interviewed Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante following her appearance on the show. The interview discusses the difficulties behind being on a reality show and how Top Model changed her life. Here is the text from the article (written by Latoya West):

Interview with America’s Next Top Model’s Tatiana

After each episode of America’s Next Top Model, I interview the latest contestant eliminated from the competition. Last week, I chatted with Tatiana, a waitress from Makawao, Hawaii. She was definitely the least talkative of the girls I have interviewed so far, but luckily, I was able to get a few answers out of the gorgeous 18-year-old. Here’s what she had to say about why it was hard getting along with the other girls, her future plans, and more.

On the worst part of being on Top Model:

“The worst part was probably just trying to get along with the girls overall…With some of the girls, our general lifestyles were just different. We didn’t have much in common to get along about.”

On the model she would like to see win the competition:

“I would like Kahlen to win the competition…because she’s the sweetest out of all of them.”

On Tyra Banks:

“Tyra is a very sweet woman. She’s just very sweet and more down to earth than you would think.”

On what it was like having the cameras around:

“That was very stressful at times. It actually got on my nerves a little bit but it would get on everybody’s nerves. That’s what I signed up for.”

On whether or not she would do another reality show:

“I would probably do like Survivor or something like that.”

On what it was like hearing the judges’ criticism:

“I think that they can be really harsh, but it’s TV…I think the part that Michelle wanted it more is probably true.”

On how life has changed after doing the show:

“I went [to the beach] and people were coming up to me … that actually changed. I guess I’m a little more popular.”

On her future goals:

“Modeling is my first goal. After modeling, I would want to like form my own [fashion] magazine.”

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Source: About.com
Photo:  CW / Tracy Bayne

In March of 2008, People Magazine’s Celebrity Baby Blog interviewed Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante regarding the news of her baby, which was due shortly following the post. Here is the text from the article (written by CBB Staff Writer):

CBB Exclusive: America’s Next Top Model’s Tatiana Dante’s (Modeling) Inferno

As one of the contestants on America’s Next Top Model, Cycle 4,Tatiana Dante, 21, has posed in the rain with gale-force winds, with a pack of unruly dogs, and was even lowered into an actual grave for one shoot! All in a model’s daily work. Due with her first child on March 19th, Tatiana sat down with CBB for an exclusive interview and photo shoot.

Growing up in Maui, Hawaii must have been beautiful.

My childhood was wonderful. I lived near a jungle and we had horses, too. Every day, I had to walk 2 ½ miles to the school bus…each way. That wasn’t so much fun!

People might not know this, but you were a competitive salsa dancer.

When I was 14, my mom’s friend taught me how to salsa and I just loved it. I became his salsa partner, and we traveled a lot doing tours and shows. Salsa was (and still is) something I am very passionate about.

When did you start modeling?

I started modeling in my early teens. I started by doing bathing suit runway shows in Oahu. Modeling in Hawaii is much different than in the States, though. For one thing, it’s a very easy-going, relaxed atmosphere. You’re in the sun, on the beach, and it’s great. Also, depending on where you shoot, you often have to hike to your locations!

How did you get into America’s Next Top Model, Cycle 4?

I didn’t really know what ANTM was; I had heard of it, but I hadn’t watched it on TV. One day, I heard on the radio that they were having ANTM auditions in Hawaii. I went (and got to visit my big brother, Dionisio, who goes to college there!), and I made it on the show.

What was the experience like?

It was a great experience, and I wouldn’t change a thing about it. However, it was complete culture shock for me when I was there. The girls I grew up with back home were more like tomboys; we grew up surrounded by nature. We weren’t girly girls. The girls in the competition were from bigger cities, which was something different for me. I was also the youngest girl there.

I was really quiet on the show. People who knew me from back home said, “What happened to you?” Some of the girls had very strong personalities, and would try to find your weaknesses to bring you down. After all, it’s a competition. Plus, always having the cameras in front of you made it a very stressful environment. So, I chose to read my book quietly.

What were your favorite and least favorite parts of ANTM?

I loved doing the challenges! They were so much fun. A lot of times, the concepts were so out-there. I loved doing the Zodiac challenge, where I got to dress up as my sign, Gemini.

The one I liked least was the one where we had to represent the seven deadly sins, and we were lowered into a grave! That was scary.

After you were sent home from ANTM, what was life like?

I went to the beach a lot and just relaxed! When they were going to have the premiere of ANTM Cycle 4, I went to New York. And I wound up staying there for six months! I loved it, but again, it was a huge culture shock, and I knew that I couldn’t support myself in that environment.

Then, I came out to California, which has been a perfect balance between island and city life.

How did you meet your fiancé, Robert?

I met Robert at a post production house I was working at in February 2007. I’ve been pregnant most of the time we’ve known each other!! We’ve done it a little backwards!!!

And you’re having a little girl, who’s due very soon!

Yes. At first, they told us that it was a boy. I was so excited; we had already picked out a boy’s name. When we found out we were having a girl, I had to change the baby shower invites from “It’s a Boy!” to “It’s a Girl!”

What are your plans for after the baby is born?

After the baby is born, I plan to take my time and enjoy the baby. My mom is coming to help me, so I can get some sleep! I also want to get my body back in shape. I’ll always pursue modeling, but I want a concrete and stable career. I love modeling, and it’s fun, but it’s exactly that, something fun. I want a career and something to fall back on. After all, I’m going to be a mom!

I know that now is the time to figure out what I want to do with my life. I’m still deciding, but it’s exciting to think about the possibilities. The best part is that I have someone who loves me and we’re going to do it together.

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Source: People Magazine Celebrity Baby Blog
Photo:  Gabeli Photography

In March of 2008, People Magazine’s Celebrity Baby Blog announced the birth of Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante‘s first child. Here is the text from the article (written by CBB Staff Writer):

ANTM’s Tatiana Dante welcomes a daughter; introducing Tiavani Leialoha Dante-Evans

Featured in a CBB photoshoot and interview earlier this month, America’s Next Top Model, Cycle 4′s Tatiana Dante, 21, and her fiancé Robert Evans have welcomed their first child. Daughter Tiavani Leialoha Dante-Evans arrived on her due date, Wednesday March 19th, weighing in at 7 lbs, 12.5 oz and 21 inches long. Says Tatiana, “She is just perfection!”

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Source: People Magazine Celebrity Baby Blog
Photo:  People Magazine Celebrity Baby Blog

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Olympus Fashion Week Spring 2006

In May of 2005, OrwellProject.com interviewed Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante. The interview summarizes her experience in the house, what her favorite parts were and if she’d do it all over again. Here is the text from the article (written by Benny Alverez):

Interview With Tatiana Of America’s Next Top Model

How did you come to be on America’s Next Top Model?

Tatiana: “I actually heard about the tryouts on the radio, so I bought a plane ticket and went to the audition.”

Have you always wanted to be a model?

Tatiana: “Yes. Since I was 12 years old. I have done local island magazines, and general print work.”

How do you think your ANTM experience will change your future?

Tatiana: “I think for the better. The exposure has been great.”
What advice would you give to aspiring models trying out for the next season of ANTM?

Tatiana: “During the auditions be yourself, don’t wear a lot of makeup and make sure the clothes you were show your figure. If you get picked for the show be strong, it is entertainment so know who you are and make sure when you leave the show you leave with something you can use.”

Is there anything you saw that your competition did well or something you learned not to do because of another example?

Tatiana: “I learned not to have an attitude. Though with some girls such as Brittany their attitude seemed to help her. Some of the girls were very unnecessarily snooty, though I wish I had been more outgoing and I also need to improve o n my walk.”

Knowing what you know now, would you do it all again?

Tatiana: “Yes. Though at some points with all the waiting I thought no.”

Sometimes it’s hard to become friends with the competitors, did you find that true? If so, which contestant did you clash with most and why?

Tatiana: “I made some great friends o n the show. Some of the girls like Noelle, Sarah and Lluvy I hope to stay in touch with. Tyra is gorgeous inside and out. Everyone was great o n the show, the hair designers, make up artists just everyone.”

What was your favorite part of the show?

Tatiana: “The people I got to work with and also the places I got to see. The big cities were great.”

What was the worst part of the show?

Tatiana: “Waiting. The girls viciousness and cattiness. I am a competitive person but not by being mean and some of the girls were just plain mean.”

Do you normally watch Reality shows?

Tatiana: “Yes, I like Survivor and Fear Factor.”

What are your future plans?

Tatiana: “Planning to eventually move to the east coast probably NY. I am looking to be signed and do print or runway. As for now I am relaxing and enjoying the Maui sun.”

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Source: OrwellProject.com
Photo:  CW / Jim De Yonker

Reality TV Rules interviewed Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante following her appearance and elimination from Top Model. Read on to find out how she felt following her elimination, what she thought of Keenyah’s diva behavior and what her future plans are. Here is the text from the article (written by Reality TV Rules Staff):

TV Interviews: America’s Next Top Model Elimination interview with Tatiana

SpyRI writes, “18 year old Tatiana, from Hawaii, became the 8th girl eliminated from UPN’s hit show, America’s Next Top Model. Despite having great photos and being the youngest girl left in the competition, the judges felt that Tatiana was not confident or articulate enough to continue in the competition. She talked with me today about her favorite parts of the show, her housemates, and her future plans. Good luck, Tatiana!

Tatiana had more to say, but regretfully, technical difficulties caused me to miss much of what she said. Rather than attempting to reconstruct what she said that was garbled, I have only reproduced here what was left clear on the tape.

Tatiana, thank you so much for taking the time to talk with me today!

No problem!

Well, I’m so sorry that you were eliminated, as I’m sure you are, but overall, did you enjoy your experience on America’s Next Top Model?

I did, it was like a dream.

Were you surprised to be eliminated instead of Michelle?

Yes, I was. Yeah.

You had some great photoshoots, and even got that beautiful diamond ring- what was your favorite part of the show?

My favorite part of the show was the photoshoots, and being able to be part of that atmosphere.

Would you do it again? You know, how Tiff was on season 3, and came back for season 4- would you try again for another season?

No.

It seemed like you had a hard time getting used to living in an apt with all the other girls, like being plunged into a sorority. Keenyah gave you a hard time about the “mooching” thing and the lipgloss thing, what else went on that we didn’t see?

Well, a lot went on. Like everybody was sharing everybody’s stuff- everyone used everybody’s stuff. (more, but my tape failed here. sorry)

Why did Brittany, Keenyah, and Christina all move into your bedroom?

I don’t know, I don’t know why they did it. I think it was getting a bit lonely in the other rooms, and everybody just wanted to be close together.

Is Keenyah hard to live with? I’ve just been getting a vibe from the last few interviews I’ve done that she might be kind of diva-ish.

My opinion on Keenyah, which is only my opinion, is that she is very diva-ish- she always has something to say about somebody. (more about Keenyah)

Was there anyone in the apartment that you got really close with?

I got really close with Noelle.

People think of Hawaii as paradise, but you’ve mentioned that where you live is kind of rural- could you tell me more about the real Hawaii, away from the touristy areas?

I actually think that the real Hawaii, away from the tourist areas, is the best part. Because in the tourist areas, there’s only stuff that tourists want to do- nothing you really want to do. They don’t get to see the real countryside of Hawaii, where I live.

And also, at one point on the show, you said sometimes you slept on the beach, that you had problems at home. Is everything ok with that now?

Oh, yeah, everything’s fine now. It was just a rough time.

During the Entertainment tonight interview thing, did Christina impress you while you were practicing?

I don’t know (unintelligible)

Who do you want to win, now that you’ve been eliminated?

I want Kahlen to win.

Well, you know you’re gorgeous- I hope you’re planning on continuing in modeling- what are you going to do next?

I think- no, I know, I will pursue modeling. I need to go somewhere, away from Hawaii for the time being. This area doesn’t really have much to offer in starting a career. I’ll probably move over to the east coast or something like that.

Fantastic! Well, congratulations for making is so far in the competition, and good luck in the future! Thank you!

To learn more about Cycle 4’s Tatiana Dante, visit her bio page here.

Source: RealityTVRules.com
Photo:  CW / Jim De Yonker