Check out our interview with actress, model, and singer Kendall Monroe.
Kendall has been acting since the age of 6 when she developed her passion for entertaining through participation in community theater. Kendall has modeled for Justice, Life of Rihley’s Brand Boutique and Macy’s. She is also known for her role in the film TOO REAL. Kendall currently appears in a national television commercial for Pop Tarts. Alongside her passion for the arts, Kendall is committed to making an impact through supporting kindness, social justice, saving the environment and all things positive. Her message to this world is that everyone was created for greatness and everyone is valuable. She is in the process of launching a charity focusing on bringing kindness to the world.
Follow Kendall @itskendallmonroe
Hi Kendall, please tell us a little about you?
I am an actress, model and singer based in Los Angeles, CA. I love fashion, sneakers, my 2 cats and hanging out with my friends!
Describe yourself in 3 words?
Confident, kind and funny
Who is your role model?
My role model is my mom because she has always been there for me and she is the most positive person who sees the good in everything! She has taught me to show compassion to myself and others. She has also taught me to be confident in myself and be grounded in who I am.
How did you get started into acting?
i’ve had a passion for the performing arts since the age of 2. As I grew older, I stepped into children’s musical theater, performed in community productions and I was hooked. My interest in acting motivated my mom to sign me up for an audition that was taking place in Los Angeles. I booked it and my acting career in Hollywood began!
How has this changed your life?
My life has been absolutely amazing ever since my career began! I’ve been doing what I love for the past five years and I love every single part of it!
What is the best and worst part of being an actress/model/singer?
The best part is always booking the role and getting to be on set! The worst part is going to an audition after preparing all week and not hearing back
How and when did you start into modeling?
I started modeling at the same time that I started acting. I always loved taking photos and modeling my new clothes in front of my whole family when I got back from the mall. I vividly remember my first modeling shoot! It was for the girls clothing store Justice. Justice was always my favorite store to shop at when i was younger so being able to model for them was a dream come true.
What is fun and rewarding about modeling? And what is not?
The rewarding part is going to long shoots and being able to see the amazing end results! There is nothing not rewarding about modeling for me personally. It’s something that I always dreamed of doing when i was younger so enjoy every part of it!
What did you learn from your biggest failure?
I learned that you have to learn to forgive yourself and show yourself compassion. We are all human and we make mistakes but it’s our job to learn from them and keep working on being the best version of ourselves
The most important thing when you are shooting is?
Definitely to make sure you are having fun!
What’s your advice for the newer models?
My advice for newer models is that confidence is KEY!!! Being confident makes you stand out 10x more! Confidence makes you glow!
What would say are the greatest lessons you learned so far in this business?
The greatest lesson I have learned is to have patience, success takes time!
What other projects have you been part of?
I’ve been a part of a national pop tarts commercial! It was so fun to be able to work in a real science lab!
What is the most rewarding part of your work?
The most rewarding part of my work is seeing the finished product with everything put together and to know that I was a part of making the story come to life!
What is your favorite healthy food?
I absolutely love mini bell peppers!
And your favorite cheat food?
Chick-fil-a Obviously!
How would you explain your fashion style?
My fashion style is very different depending on the day! I mostly go for a really girly look with small hints of grunge! My favorite pair of shoes to pair with dresses and skirts are my Dr. Martens Platform Jadon Boots!
How would your best friend describe you?
My best friend would describe me as a very silly, loving and sarcastic person.
What’s next for Kendall Monroe in the last months of 2020?
I’ve recently been working on some original music! I’ve also been working on growing my following on youtube!
What is your own definition of happiness?
My own definition of happiness is definitely living a life that includes God, family and friends!
How is a normal day in your life?
There’s no such such thing as a normal day for an actress! At some point in the pay I do my schoolwork, workout, hang out with friends and family, bake and go to auditions and or set! The order changes depending on the day.
What is your idea of a perfect Sunday?
My idea of a perfect sunday includes definitely sleeping in,having a nice full brunch, going to church and going to the beach after!
If you could meet someone living or dead, who would it be and why?
If i could meet anyone it would be my grandma Judy, who is no longer with us and who I never got to meet. Just knowing that she was just as amazing as my mom would be a perfect reason to want to meet her!
Best advice ever given?
The best advice I’ve ever been given came from my oldest brother. “Don’t allow people to take a dump on your lawn” which means, don’t allow anyone’s negativity affect you in any way!
Do you support any charity?
Yes , actually I’m in the process of starting my own charity that will focus on supporting teens who are making a difference in their community! Stay tuned!
Name 3 things you cant live without?
Bathing suits, sneakers and my Louis Vuitton bags!
Where do you see yourself and your career in 5 years from now?
I see myself as continuing to spread positivity and kindness wherever I go and hopefully working with Netflix!
Favorite song? Why?
My favorite song is Levitating by Dua Lipa! I really love her music style, her european sound and 70s and 80s influences
What music do you like?
I love all music genres!
What do you think of Social Media?
I think social media is a great way to connect with friends, family and fans! It’s also a great platform to influence others to be kind and positive!
Where can we follow you?
Insta @itskendallmonroe
Tiktok @kendallmonroe_
Snapchat @kendallmonroerr
Favorite Singer/Artist: Dua Lipa!!! I love her music so much
Movie: clueless!
Travel Destination: I haven’t been yet but I would love to go to Italy!
Sports Team: San Francisco 49ers
Tv Show: Riverdale
Book: Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
Photos by @DEIDHRA
