Name: Baguidy Elien Monroe II
Hometown: Palm Beach, FL
Major: Criminal Justice
Birthday: April 3, 1992
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Favorite Quote: “Darkness can drive out darkness only light can do that. Hate can not drive out hate, only love can do that.”-Martin Luther King Jr.
HC: Who is Bugotti?
BM: Bugotti is an animated character that I basically created. I just brought him to life. He is just a marketing and branding guru. His ultimate goal is to help people grow and brand their business. So, say “HELLO” to Bugotti!
HC: What all do you do?
BM: I am a makeup artist, Mermaid Makeup by Bugotti is my brand, and I have my own fitness group called Bugotti Workout. I also have a website that will be launching at the end of April or the beginning of May, www.bugottimovement.com. I also have Bugotti promo shirts that are currently on sale.
HC: How did you get started doing what you do?
BM: Everything that I do, I try to be the best at it. and once I become the best at something that is when I decide how profitable it will be and begin to market and brand it. I make sure that I give people the same quality that I would want.
HC: What challenges did you face to get where you are today?
BM: A lot. Being around a lot of people who were not really there for me. Dealing with people that you thought were your friends. You never really know who is here for you forreal. I learned alot. Im not upset about anything.
HC: What influenced your big change and how did you get there?
BM: After I get my degree I want to do some kind of service in the military, but I am not sure which branch. I believe that it would benefit me in the future, and I want to prepare myself for life after. You never know where life will take you.
HC: What is your favorite piece in your closet?
BM: My platforms. I would not leave the world without them [Laughs]. I want to be buried in them.
HC: How long does it take for Bugotti to get ready?
BM: It depends [Laughs]. If I am doing a full Bugotti face, then two hours but if it is a casual day it will probably take me one hour. How I feel when I wake up usually depends on how I dress for the day.
HC: Where do you see yourself being in 5 years?
BM: I will definitely be a millionaire and a positive person in the community. I want to be very successful. I just want to wake up EVERY morning and love what I’m doing.