Preme Magazine : Collector's Edition : Dave East + Jeremy Meeks + Mereba + Ambré

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JEREMY MEEKS

Photographer: Obidi NzeribeCreative Director / Stylist: Ugo MozieEditor: Paco Lampecinado

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How have you managed since Covid-19 ?Well, just been focusing on spending quality time with my son, working on some pretty cool projects and focusing on my personal health and wellness.

*Have you been able to create differently given so much isolation ?

Absolutely, it has been a time of learning, reading, studying and focusing on things that I have always wanted to do but never had the time, like acting lessons, and perfecting my new clothing line.

*Being a father how to you feel about your children going back to school given the fact Covid is still not under control ?

I am concerned like the rest of the world. I hate that he has to miss out on a lot of the cool school experiences that children have at this age but his safety and doing what is best for the world is something that I fully support.

*How have you helped them keep up with their school work during these times ?

Just encouraging him to not get behind and to stay in a routine. The schools give them a guideline and I just support him in doing what he is supposed to do every day.

*What are some of the greatest lessons (in life) you’ve learned from your children ?

Open, honest, communication, patience and the true meaning of unconditional love.

*How have you been affected by the killing of George Floyd...and the subsequent unrest (call for Justice) ?

It has been extremely triggering. My experiences growing up from where I come from means that most people have felt these type of injustices in a real and personal way. I am tired, fed up, angry and focused on bringing more attention to these stories.

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*What are your thoughts on the justice system reform ?It is long overdue! It is mandatory. It needs to be everyone’s collective focus.

*What things to you think should be changed and/or implemented Prison reform, more accountability and people to hold the police accountable.

*When did you get into acting ?About 1 year ago and have since books 6 movies.*Can you tell us about the acting projects you are working on ?

True to the Game 3, Trigger, Secret Society and Doggman

*What kind of roles would you like to play in the future ?I want to play romantic comedies and roles that are polar opposite of who people think I am.

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*What was the inspiration and reason behind you starting your own “Jeremy Meeks” fashion line ?

Traveling the world and recognizing that there was not enough black designers.

*We know that you also do philanthropy, could you tell us about your philanthropic endeavors ?

I spend A LOT of time at group homes. It is literally my favorite place and thing to do. I get more out of being there with the youth then they do likely.

*What’s next for Jeremy Meeks ?

Growing my company into a billion dollar company and giving back to the community I came from. I want to keep doing movies and acting my ass off. I want to get an Oscar one day. I want to see my clothing line in stores around the globe and I want to utilize my platform to further support pursuing a more just system. I also want to have some more businesses set up so when people come home from jail, they have a place to come and feel supported, unjudged and to make money at.

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