The yoga mat isn’t the only place Marina Valmont finds balance.
Valmont is an anchor for Naked News. When this 12-year Naked News vet is not roaming around the globe for content as an on camera talent, or a producer, she displays her clever and silly side through comical TikTok content. She’s also active on Instagram and YouTube engaging hundreds of thousands of followers.
This red head’s name is synonymous with award nominations as an entertainer. From cosplay to body paint, Valmont stays busy feeding her followers content. In an email question and answer with Idol Features, the Taekwondo brown belt discusses her career and adventures. Be it memories at the Playboy mansion to her burning celebrity crushes, without further ado, here’s her exclusive Idol Feature.
GINO TERRELL: First off, congratulations on earning two nominations for the 2024 Bucharest Summit Awards. What was your reaction when you discovered you were nominated for North America Cam Model of the Year and Most Popular Cam Model on Social Media?
MARINA VALMONT: I was ecstatic about being nominated. It’s a huge honor and it felt good to have all my hard work recognized. I’m honored and very grateful.
GINO: What’s your favorite dessert?
MARINA: My favorite dessert is Crème Brûlée. It’s delicious and creamy and I have such a sweet tooth. I’m French like the dessert and I love cracking the caramelized sugar.
GINO: How would you describe your TikTok to those who haven’t run across your page yet?
MARINA: My TikTok is sexy, funny and shows more of my quirky side. I’m more carefree about what I post as opposed to IG (that platform can be stressful LOL) and include a lot of cute random daily moments. If you’re looking to get to know the real me TikTok is a great place for that.
GINO: Are you as funny in person as you are on TikTok?
MARINA: I am and I attribute that to my Canadian sense of humor. We take things as they come and see the humor in it, a kind of roll with the punches attitude. I think sexual jokes can be the funniest so I lean into it. I’ll do clever over crass any day the best jokes take a few seconds to get.
GINO: Do you remember creating the “This is why they call you handsome?” post? If so, how did you come up with that one?
MARINA: I remember that one! Another part of my being Canadian is that recreational marijuana is legal here and I love imbibing. I smoke strains like Bruce Banner that activate my creativity and that’s when a lot of my jokes or ideas flow.
GINO: It also seems like you have quite the engagement on Twitch whether you’re doing yoga or chatting with your followers. What inspires your content choices on that platform? What’s the reception been like thus far?
MARINA: I do yoga three to five times a week to relax and maintain my flexibility. I decided to share that part of my life with my fans so they can see that it’s possible for them too. Yoga relaxes and distresses you and the world needs more of that. I’ve put a pause on my Twitch streams due to upcoming travel, work, and focusing on my YouTube channel. I wish there were more hours in the day 💜
GINO: Do you have a burning crush on anyone?
MARINA: Sydney Sweeney is in my daydreams at the moment. I love her expressive eyes, the roles she’s chosen, and her style. Simply gorgeous. I have to mention Ana de Armas as well. Ever since I saw her in Knock Knock I’ve been gaga for her. Maybe I like my women a little nuts? My crush on Sydney developed after watching Nocturne and I love Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad. I’ll admit that I have a type. LOL For men, Ryan Reynolds because he’s athletic and makes me laugh. Laughter is the way to my heart.
GINO: Do you remember when you initially auditioned for Naked News? If so, can you take us back to that moment through your eyes and the moment you found out you would officially join as an anchor?
MARINA: It was eleven years [ago] and I took the leap of courage to audition naked. I hadn’t done any nudity on camera at the time. I was brought back as a guest anchor and the fan feedback was overwhelming. I knew I was officially a Naked News anchor when I got to choose a last name, guest anchors go by their first name. I chose Valmont to honor my French heritage and because of my favorite movie Cruel Intentions. I had a huge crush on Ryan Phillippe and his character’s name was Sebastian Valmont. The movie is based on the book published in 1782 called “Dangerous Liaisons” which caused quite a scandal at the time.
[Author’s note: The original title of the French novel was “Les Liaisons Danfereuses,” which translates in English to “Dangerous Liaisons”]
GINO: How has Naked News changed your life?
MARINA: Naked News has changed my life for the better in so many ways. It’s taught me so much about being in front of the camera as well as all the work that goes on behind the scenes. I get to travel and explore exotic locations and interview the most interesting people. It motivates me to eat healthy and stay fit to keep up with the lifestyle and be camera-ready. I get access to high-profile events and once-in-a-lifetime experiences and I’m incredibly thankful.
GINO: What do you look forward to the most when anchoring Naked News?
MARINA: I love the NN team and seeing them makes me smile inside and out. My Producer is always on the ball and often brings in his adorable fluffy little white dog Sky, who I simply adore and LOVE! Hart and Deighton are our camera operators and keep the energy up on set with their upbeat energy and jokes. I look forward to the routine of being at the studio and getting all dolled up in the changing room, drinking my coffee, reading my script, getting into my wardrobe, and stepping under the bright lights in front of the camera. I breathe life into my script and if I do my job correctly I connect with the audience and make them feel.
GINO: At the Playboy Mansion, what was the funniest moment you witnessed or experienced?
MARINA: The funniest moment at the Playboy Mansion was seeing David Hasselhoff taking food to go from the buffet. I was bold and walked up to him and asked what he was doing. In hindsight, I can’t believe that’s what I said to Mr. Baywatch and the Knight Rider. He told me he was bringing home something for his kids but I don’t think he was.
A competing story is when Dennis Hoff from HBO’s Cathouse offered to make me his girlfriend. I met him at a Playboy party and he wanted me to move in with him and be one of his girlfriends. I said I’d think about it but I didn’t really see moving into the brothel as part of my future. He was a larger-than-life character and was known for “smoking” cigars. I noticed his wasn’t lit and asked him about it. He said he used cigars as a prop and didn’t actually smoke them. LOL! Brilliant! I got to meet Air Force Amy too.
GINO: You’re no stranger to body paint cosplay. It’s definitely a fan favorite. As a cosplay enthusiast, what do you love most?
MARINA: I love that with body paint [it] has no limits. You don’t need to purchase or sew anything and you’re only limited by the artist’s creativity. That makes cosplay body paints limitless! Any sexy idea can come to life and accessories take it to the next level. The right prop, hat, wig etc. can tie it all together.
GINO: Also, Comic Con is back in San Diego, California this July. Do you have plans to attend this year?
MARINA: I love Comic Con and I’ll be sad to miss it but I’ll be in Europe in July. Specifically, Croatia, Barcelona, and Cap D’age and it’s a work/pleasure trip. I’m hosting Spicy Island for Naked News on a private island in Croatia. I’m also a Producer on NN so I find opportunities for us and this is what I did with Croatia. I’m in the lifestyle so when I came across Spicy Match, I knew they were the perfect company for us to work with! From there I’m going for a few days to explore Barcelona (my first time!) and then to Cap D’age which is a naturist village in the South of France. I’m excited to explore the village and be nude all week.
GINO: You cover a lot of ground already. But I’m curious career-wise, if there are any specific goals you have for the near future or long-term ones you are aiming for?
MARINA: I see myself in the industry long-term. I love this life and can’t imagine doing anything else. I want to continue my travels and to check more countries off of my travel bucket list. I want to hit 100K on YouTube and keep uploading new videos every Sunday. I especially want to get my PH jacket by hitting 50K subscribers.
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About the author
Gino is a journalist, actor, and filmmaker. This photog's snapshot of Lauren Jauregui, published in Idol Features, placed third for Best Action Photography at the 2020 National Arts & Entertainment Awards (via LA Press Club). Telly 26 is where he directed and executive produced short film "Club City." He also starred in DROELOE's "Only Be Me" music video.
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