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Steven: Hardly Famous, And Kind of Poor

December 12, 2007

We had to ask the important questions. You know. These Ones:

You datin’ anyone?
You know, it’s kind of a tricky business. I’m trying, but damn is it difficult.

Does being on the show get you laid more?
You know, in a perfect world, it would. I have never had so little sex as the last four weeks. It’s just crazy. … It feels like I get to eight parties every seven days. And it’s just nuts. And maybe part of it is just me going, “Oh I gotta keep a low profile." Because God only knows what the tabloids are ever going to pick up if they ever care what anyone’s doing in Chicago (which I highly doubt). Can you imagine? "It’s cold there and some guy’s screwing his way through the Northside!"

You got a crush on anyone on the show?
No. It was just one of those things where I don’t know – the thought never …

Well, you’re busy.
That’s the bizarre it’s like – Everyone’s “Oh come on, one night didn’t you and Jack just get it on and go crazy and so on and so forth.” And it’s like “No” – we would get home at 1:30 in the morning. Then I would turn into Judy Garland and pop a sleeping pill and drink two glasses of red wine and pass out. And then Jackie would be up at 5:30 in the morning putting his face on before the rest of even knew that we were humans again.

Comments

Manny wrote:

My God! Did I suffer when Steven didn't make it to the next round! He is just adorable... I guess that I had a crush on him... just ask my boyfriend! lol

But well, good things will come his way. And thanks for being open and honest about who you are, you are definetly an example to many gay youth.

posted on December 13, 2007 at 4:38 AM

Barbara wrote:

Steven, you were my absolute favorite, and I think it would be a GREAT IDEA for Bravo (or some station) to produce a Steven Show! Your wit, intelligence, and compassion are characteristics that need promotion in today's world.

You're a good man and I wish you the best in life.

posted on December 13, 2007 at 5:30 AM

J.Selleck wrote:

"the very first project I had when I got back was designing a wedding dress for a local woman who I think was possibly a size 20, if I’m not mistaken. And so it was kind of funny to go and design for her and make her so happy with what I had designed"

WHOO-HOO! that's me! and he's right, i absolutely LOVED my wedding dress. it was perfect. :D

posted on December 13, 2007 at 5:30 PM

Suzy wrote:

Steve, I'm so sad that those wretched disasters they call judges decided your time was up on the show. What kind of fantastic things could be done with yards of wedding-dress sequence??

posted on December 13, 2007 at 7:10 PM

jiyin wrote:

Oh Steven! How we'll miss you! I cried a little, watching this last episode.

posted on December 13, 2007 at 7:23 PM

Brent wrote:

Steven: I'm a former soldier living in KY, and get up to Chicago a LOT. You are so cute -- some stud should scoop you up and take you home. I love your look, your eyes, your smile, and your wit. BRAVO.

-Brent

posted on December 14, 2007 at 3:47 AM

Erin wrote:

Steven,
I love your designs! I was so upset when you had to go, I don't think you deserved to go, I literally gasped when they said your name. Everything will work out for you, good luck and Happy Holidays...

posted on December 14, 2007 at 7:39 AM

Kayla wrote:

Steven, you are amazing. I love every word that comes out of your mouth; it's crazy. Thanks for being awesome.

posted on December 15, 2007 at 10:01 AM

Jimmy wrote:

Steven was hot, plain and simple. I never tired of looking at his beautiful face. He had the most gentle, yet intriguing, expressions. I was sad when he was sent hom.

posted on December 15, 2007 at 2:49 PM

mike wrote:

Steven was such a joy to watch on Project Runway.It was sad to see him go,he seem to have this glow about him,that always seem to project sunshine no matter where he was.Steven,i only wish you the best in whatever or whomever you do.(ha!ha!).Hey, would love to hear from you Steven,remember,live the life you love and love the life you live.

posted on December 15, 2007 at 7:24 PM

Phillip wrote:

hey steve really proud of you. u showed america how classy chicago gay men can be. u ever thought about hooking up with Dale (from top chief)?

posted on December 16, 2007 at 11:28 AM

debrarae wrote:

Steven, you are a fantastic designer. Yes you didn't do that well on the 'challange'. But to me, that doesn't mean that you don't have talent.

You (like Carmen)have AMAZING talent. The suit that you designed in one of the challanges was something that I could have worn, and like your 'model' I am not (by any means) a size 2.

But considering my body type, I could have worked that suit.

I have no doubts Steven, that you will succeed beyond your wildest dreams. Just hang in there, and know we're all rooting for you.

As for you being Gay, Straight or whatever; Who cares? As long as you are a great designer ...

NO ONE!

Other than the 'last challange' your work speaks for itself.

posted on December 16, 2007 at 2:38 PM

Jill wrote:

Steven, I live in Chicago -- seriously can we be friends? You're freaking hilarious and I wished you'd been on longer.

posted on December 18, 2007 at 12:14 AM

debrarae wrote:

Steven You are a very talented designer. Inspite of being aufed, I know you will continue to excel as a designer.

As for the designers who ran to help you, I was also touched by that. I know alot of people in this world who would not have done what they did.

They would have said "This is a competition, so let the man sink."

It's refreshing to see people who aren't like that.

I have so much respect for the designers this season. They have alot of class. And they have intregrity to spare.

We can all learn from the example that both you, and the other designers give.

posted on December 18, 2007 at 11:40 AM

JS wrote:

Steven added a little sophistication to the show. He's a hunk but he pretends (I believe) not to know which is refreshing. I thought his designs were wonderful but the last design was a little off but sophisiticated which is always Steven. Yes, sophisticated but a little off - in a good way...LOL...just teasing Steven. Love you!!!I love Steven and wish him the very best.

posted on December 19, 2007 at 6:52 AM

Martin E. Margolis wrote:

Steven, You are the greatest. Your wit, personality and taste will take you far.
By the way, if you are interested in a great guy, hit me up!

posted on December 19, 2007 at 7:53 PM

David wrote:

Hi there Steven,

You should not have been auf'ed. They gave you a Wedding Dress or cripe sake! Lets see M.Kors make something outta that.. Bitches.
i'll miss you on the show. I agree with the other posters... you're adorable! And if you still can't find anyone to date... well, come to San Diego, I'll take care of that.

Wish you the best.

posted on December 20, 2007 at 3:39 AM

Elizabeth wrote:

Oh Steven I'm so sorry for you...you really did have a very tough "fabric" to work with. Undoubtedly, though with your personality and great skills, you'll go far in the fashion industry! :)

posted on January 9, 2008 at 12:57 AM

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