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For disco record producer, see Cory Wade (music producer).
Cory Wade Hindorff
Born (1990-09-21) September 21, 1990 (age 34)
Philadelphia, PA
NationalityAmerican
Modeling information
Height6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Hair colorBrown
Eye colorBlue
AgencyEMG Models
Websitewww.corywadeofficial.com

Cory Wade Hindorff (born september 21, 1990, in Philadelphia, PA) is an American model, actor, singer, songwriter and LGBTQ activist and spokesperson. He is best known for placing in third place on the 20th cycle of America´s Next Top Model, and being the first openly gay male participant in the show.

Early life

Cory Wade is the third of four brothers, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on september 21st 1990. He attended Strath Haven High School there, and later studied musical theater at Point Park University. He focused his early career on live theater, and performed as Angel in Rent at a local equity house in the suburbs of Philadelphia, and Paul in a chorus line in another professional production.

Career

ANTM

Cory was selected to participate in the 20th cycle of “America’s Next Top Model.” in 2013[1]. The season was unique because it was the first time Tyra Banks allowed both men and women to compete against each for the first place. Throughout the show, Cory was forced to mature his inner-self to stand against the criticism of fellow male models and specially judge Rob for being too "feminine" and having a lack of masculine poses for the photoshoots

He described it in an interview: “I went through an identity crisis that almost completely destroyed me when I was on that show. All of that said, my experience on Top Model was incredible and life changing. It was a very positive thing. I just wish I could've desensitized myself to all of the pressure I was receiving to 'man up' or to ‘act straight.’”[2]

Tyra Banks also helped Cory get through some tough times during the show: “She told me that what I had to offer was polarizing…and that I should use that to my advantage. That advice has served me very well! She was also the one who recommended that I get into event hosting and red carpet hosting! I've made most of the money I've earned in 2015 through hosting at events and on red carpets so she definitely knew what she was talking about! I love her endlessly.”

After his run on the 20th cycle of ANTM he returned for three cameos on the next season[3].

After ANTM

Cory went on to do several modeling jobs, including hosting the 2015 Queer Fashion Show[4] and being on the cover of GPhilly[5].

Music Career

In february 2015, Cory released his first single "I´m Sorry"[6] and followed it with "Carpe Diem" on july that same year. During a trip to London on 2017, Cory got acquaintanced with pop producer Alan Glass, who produced his first album "Unify" with its first single and music video "There For You"[7] which featured androgynous model Rain Dove, debuted on June 26th 2017. Unify was released on september 2017 via Spotify.

Activism

Cory is a strong supporter of LGBTQ equality and specially gender-fluid and non-binary clothing choices for queer people[8]. He has been published in the Huffington Post[9], Buzzfeed[10], People[11] and others in various articles about gender non-conformity as well as general queer culture in today's society. He advocates for The Door NYC, Adoptions From The Heart, Attic Youth Center and Sound Affects charities and non-profit organizations.

Personal life

According to interviews, Cory loves to sing, act, model and being a drag queen[12]. Cory resides in New York City, sharing an apartment with fellow queer model and personal friend Rain Dove[13].

References

  1. ^ "Philly Man to Star in Next Cycle of Top Model, Starting Tonight – Philadelphia Magazine". Philadelphia Magazine. 2013-08-02. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
  2. ^ "SDGLN catches up with "America's Next Top Model" Cory Wade". San Diego Gay and Lesbian News. 2015-08-16. Retrieved 2018-03-03.
  3. ^ Narasaki, Rosie. "Who Won Best Makeover On 'ANTM?'". Bustle. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
  4. ^ "America's Next Top Model Cory Wade to Host and Walk Queer Fashion Week". EDGE Media Network. Retrieved 2018-03-03.
  5. ^ "LGBTQ&A: Cory Wade". Philadelphia Magazine. 2016-06-24. Retrieved 2018-03-03.
  6. ^ "Top Model's Cory Wade Hindorff Releases New Single, "I'm Sorry" – Philadelphia Magazine". Philadelphia Magazine. 2014-01-15. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
  7. ^ "Cory Wade - There For You | Featuring Rain Dove". Between Pictures. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
  8. ^ "Phluid Is Freedom: Cory Wade Calls for Attention - COOLS". COOLS. 2018-03-01. Retrieved 2018-03-03.
  9. ^ Vita, Anita Dolce (2015-07-13). "Gender Fluid Menswear Campaign Features Models Rain Dove and Cory Wade". Huffington Post. Retrieved 2018-03-03.
  10. ^ Nigatu, Sarah Karlan, Heben. "10 Badass People Proving Androgynous Fashion Is What You Make It". BuzzFeed. Retrieved 2018-03-03.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  11. ^ "Rain Dove: Meet the Androgynous Female Model Starring in a New Menswear Campaign". PEOPLE.com. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
  12. ^ "Cory Wade: How to Become Your Own Brand". 2017-07-17. Retrieved 2018-03-08.
  13. ^ "Meet the Wonderfully Androgynous Model Who's Shattering Fashion's Gender Norms". Retrieved 2018-03-08.
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