Vogue Williams has slammed claims from haters that she receives her high profile jobs because of the way she looks.
The model is nominated in the Rising Star category for the Irish Film and Television Awards this year and ahead of the awards ceremony next Friday, Vogue has defended her status as one of the countries rising stars.
The 30-year-old explains that hard work and determination are the driving factors in her career, not her looks.
“People aren’t given their jobs just because of their looks. Looks can only get you so far,” she tole the Sunday Independent.
“I don’t feel the need to prove myself to people. I write my own column, I have done for two years, and I work really hard so I don’t need anyone else to tell me I am doing okay.”
Vogue also used fellow model and pal Daniella Moyles’ work ethic as a example of how looks will only get you so far.
“Daniella Moyles has a radio show and she is up at 4.30 every morning working at it.” she said.
“She doesn’t just ‘have’ a radio show. And she has to do work after the show, too – there is so much to it. Radio is a really difficult job and it’s not easy,”
“You can’t put everyone in the same box. And you can’t take away from what everyone else does because people aren’t given their jobs just because of their looks. Looks can only get you so far.”
Speaking about her prestigious nomination, the blonde stunner said she’s delighted that her talent has been recognised.
“I am so happy with the nomination. I couldn’t believe it. I was so excited when I heard.”she said.
“I have only been to the Iftas once and that was last year to present an award: it’s so nice to be recognised by Ifta this year. I know it’s cliche but I do mean it – even the nomination means a lot.”
We wish Vogue the best of luck in her category.
