ANTM Interview: Sheena Satana

This week on America’s Next Top Model, New York-native Sheena Satana was eliminated. In this week’s conference call, she chats about being too “hoochy”, her favorite ANTM experience and more.

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Full Q&A is below the jump!

How did you get involved in ANTM?

I received an email from a casting agent who saw my photos and music and everything online. They said they liked what they saw and asked if I wanted to audition for the show, and everything went from there.

How did you feel this last shoot went?

I felt like the concept was so great. The way that they depicted how I was posing didn’t go so well. I just did what the photographer suggested — he suggested the straddle, etc. I just did what he wanted. What was I going to say, no? Overall, as a model, you just have to execute what is needed of you. They just made it look like something else.

It seemed like in the last few episodes, there was a lot more divide in the house? Was that true, and when did that start?

The division was devised from the get go. It was a lot like high school, everyone fluctuates to cliques and people hang around with who you’re vibing well with. In terms of the divisions, things got closer as more got cut. As the group got smaller, I got to know everyone more closely and that’s when our differences started to clash.

Did the comments about your “hoochiness” wear and tear or get old?

My initial reaction was shock. I was kind of appalled at first, but then I looked at my shots, and realized where they were coming from. I just had to learn to play to my story arc, which was trying to deal with my ‘hoochiness’. I didn’t like the word. I thought it was inappropriate. It’s just being overly ’sexual’, really. Sex is everywhere in entertainment, but in terms of the audience, and the show. I learned I needed to be more careful.

What kind of modeling job would be your dream job? Maxim or High Fashion?

I’m a glamour model hands-down. I knew that when I got in. Tyra did Sports Illustrated and such, so I thought Tyra picked me because she saw me in that kind of light. My potential really is Maxim and men’s modeling. I know that. I’m about glamour modeling, not high fashion. But maybe a few fashion shows, if I was the right fit.

How did you feel about the constant references Kimora Lee?

I got that waaay before I got in the show. I think that got me into the show. I love Kimora. As a person. As a mogul. It’s not such a bad comment, you know. It’s very Flattering. Kimora is a beautiful and strong woman. Who wouldn’t want to be compared to that?

How did you feel about Amsterdam?

I loved it. It was the most charming country I’ve ever been to. The food is amazing, let me tell you. My experience there was one of a kind — not every day you get a free trip to Amsterdam!

Are you going to go for a future in modeling? What’s your future going to be like?

Modeling is not my strength, especially high fashion. I see myself in entertainment – actress, entertainer, making people laugh. That’s really what I’m passionate about.

There was a moment in the judging panel when they asked about your breast implants. Why did you initially said no, then why did you admit it?

In terms of my breasts, I didn’t think it was appropriate for them to ask out of nowhere. A part of me feels like they wanted to ask, and that was the opportunity. Initially, I was really surprised, and acted out of defense. I didn’t want to come off like that, be thought of of that kind of girl. I thought people would judge. It was not the message I wanted to put out to young girls. They didn’t give me a chance to explain.

At the same time, it’s America. There’s lots of plastic surgery. It’s not something that’s so…unfamiliar. To be honest, it’s not like I did surgery on my soul (laugh!(. I wasn’t offended. I was called out, and I wanted to take the chance to be honest. I just didn’t feel initially that it was an appropriate setting to be confronted about something so small, when there are bigger issues out there.

Who would you like to see win?

McKey should win. She’s absolutely golden. I think she has a good shot and will have a really fulfilling career.

In the race to the new house in Amsterdam, what caused your team to finish last?

I think we got held back, because a lot of the cab drivers didn’t want to stop. They were uncomfortable about being filmed. The cabs would stop, but wouldn’t take the cameras and didn’t want to be filmed.

Who were your favourite and least favourite people in house?

Honestly, I don’t really have one. People are who they are. We had disagreements and that’s what was shown. But there’s no reason to dislike anyone. I got love for Joslyn, MckKey, Isis and Sam. It’s great to be around them.

What did you think of the picture from last night? Did you think that you were voted out more for Mr. Jay’s comments, rather than your photo?

Part of the reason I was going home is because it wasn’t a strong picture overall. I just think the setting which I was given and the idea, everything didn’t work out at that particular time. I really didn’t like the picture myself, to be honest. I’m sure they could have found a better one. The picture was definitely not my favourite.

Do the judges often choose pictures that you don’t think are the best?

Top Model is always very unpredictable. In the competition, there’s an agenda to fulfill. Once your time is done, you’re done. I made it as far as I could, but at the time, they realized my strengths were not in high fashion, so they let me go. They let the entertainer go, so I could pursue my own strengths.

Like the commercial?

Yeah, like TV, or anything not to do with high fashion. Playing to my strengths.

Are you still doing the go-go dancing?

I’m taking that to the next level, actually. I’ve been offered deals to start performing and traveling down the world and getting good money. It hasn’t started yet, though.

Did you teach any dance moves to girls in the house? Have dance-offs?

Definitely. During the dinner party, I was pulled up to dance — everyone wanted me to dance. So I was like ‘whatever’ and got up. And then everyone got up, and we all started dancing. Elina was all up on me, and Joslyn, having a great time. It was lots of fun!

Thank you all for joining us today.

Thank you!