Today we’d like to introduce you to Cory Loggins.
Hi Cory, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My story in the fashion and film entertainment business is one of hard work, commitment, and perseverance. At the age of 16, I got started in the industry after being introduced by my family to the limitless possibilities of modeling and acting. They encouraged me to get headshots from a local photographer, and as a result of that, I got signed by the MI Talent Agency in Atlanta, GA. During that process, I learned a lot about myself. I had the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of what it takes to be a working model and actor in the industry. I enrolled in numerous acting classes and model workshops to hone my craft, and because of my commitment to excellence, I was offered the opportunity to be featured in Augusta Sportswear Catalog. That print ad opened up so many doors for me as a model, but I had no clue how fast I would get into the craft of acting.
Not long after my first print ad campaign, I was booked as the lead in an independent film that centered around a promising All-Star Baseball Player who was infected with HIV during his senior year. Being the star of this feature film pushed me to grow not only as an actor but as a leader. During this time of my modeling and acting journey, I entered into my senior year of high school. I was already booking print ads and independent movies, but I wanted to spread my wings more as an actor and step in the world of episodic television. That dream came true during my sophomore year as I booked an episode of TV One Fatal Attraction. My school surprised me and congratulated me on the intercom the second they found out that I was going to be in Fatal Attraction. I was not expecting that at all, but it was at that moment that I knew I could impact lives through my work as an actor and model.
After graduating, I later learned that networking is vital in having longevity in this industry. I began to meet different people throughout the industry and rub shoulders with people from all walks of life. I learned that it’s not what you know, but it’s who you know and who knows you. Learning that and also having honed my craft over the years lead to me to walking in Miguel Wilson’s Atlanta Fashion and Polo Classics as a runway model. As an artist, I want to change the culture of gatekeeping and let my people know that we should always pay it forward and not succumb to being a product of our environment. I want to be a game changer. I want people to know that you can be dope by just being yourself and being authentically “YOU”. I want to use my level of influence and use it for the good and inspire others. I am the culture.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
While being an actor and a model can be very rewarding, there are numerous challenges I’ve faced while navigating this industry. The biggest struggles I’ve dealt with along the way were people doubting and telling me to quit. But I knew my value.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m an activist in my community who uses my God-given abilities to spread awareness to those who feel underprivileged and left out by industry standards. I’m most proud of being a representative of my community and using my influence to empower and inspire those who look like me. I’m glad to be in a position where I can teach those from my community how to navigate this industry. I proudly advocate for dreamers. My story sets me apart from others by being from the inner-city and not having it easy. I was surrounded by gun violence growing up, but I found a way out, and I didn’t become a product of my environment. I’m a new type of model from my generation. I’m known for being an urban and chic model that’s versatile in the arts.
What do you like best about our city? What do you like least?
I love the plethora of thriving black businesses and creators that have added to the cultural influx of what Atlanta embodies. I really admire that we as the people of Atlanta move in unity and collectively come together when it’s time for change in the city. What I don’t love about Atlanta is the traffic.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcoryloggins/
Image Credits
Nathan Pearcy
