
30 Seconds to Life
Owning the blessing with Tyrese Gibson
By Dominic Wagner
Photos: Matt Schodorf, Stylist: Ania Rdzikowska Folkerth, Fashion: JawnAnthony P. Bramble, Production: Tricia Rubino
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30 seconds in the world of entertainment can seem like a lifetime. Within these fleeting moments, whether on stage or screen, stars can be born and extinguished within the same explosive breath. In an industry where possibility often outweighs experience, most of the up-and-coming talent is eclipsed by the next potential icon in the blink of an eye.
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Tyrese Gibson
What a healthy outlook on life Tyrese has. It's refreshing to hear someone talk about letting other people shine when around a larger than life personality; that is so un-hollywood-like. And hey, he's a golfer, how great is that!
Brian
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