Hi Lilly, Can you introduce yourself to our readers please?

  Hi everyone! My name is Lilly Ruiz I am model/bartender/photographer from Las Vegas, NV! .. I am a very down to earth person. I believe there is good and bad in everyone. I know life is not perfect and no one on this planet is perfect, but regardless, I believe that we should stay positive, live our life with no regrets! So what if we made mistakes? Without them we wouldn't be able to learn anything! Right!? I try to surround myself with positive people and enjoy as much of this life as I can!!! I really love to dance, read and watch movies!

What was your first step into the world of modelling?

I first posted some images on a popular website and somehow became popular! And then it just got better...

 What stereotypes about models do you feel are unfairly placed on you?

Most people think that models are dumb and that is soo not true, most models are actually really smart with at least a degree in something! I'm talking about models I had the pleasure to know!. It is the ones that would do "anything" for a shoot that make models look bad, and the ones that don't have a voice for themselves!

So, do you occasionally have bad experiences with video directors, photographers or celebrities coming onto you?
Had only a bad experience with a photographer,in the beginning....never after!Thank God.

How has your look evolved over the years and what would you say is your greatest asset?

Well I start to believe the older you get the better you get! (giggles) My greatest assets I would have to say are my butt and my Eyes.

 Living in the spotlight can be a bit difficult at times. What was the hardest part, in terms of adjusting your private life?

Not having enough time.

Most guys only dream about dating a superhot urban model. What advice do you have to give them about meeting / dating someone of your calibre?

Aww,Thank you very much! We are all human beings looking for respect and kindness! I dislike arrogance and I love a good sense of humor! I hope that answers the question!

What is the worst and best pick-up lines you have ever heard?

You know every pick-up line is bad! I wish people would just be themselves,that's if they're not rude or arrogant.

We’ve noticed that you have quite a following online (Myspace, Facebook etc). How important is it for you to stay in touch with your fans online?

It is really important,fans are wonderful.But unfortunately I don't have all that much time in my hands to respond to everyone!Sometimes it take me months to get back to a fans email,but whenever I can ..I do get back to you guys!

What are some of your upcoming projects?

In the works for two magazines at this time, don't want to give names just yet, and two feature movies hopefuly this year. Will get in touch with you about that shortly! Still waiting for the independent feature film White Paint and the short film The Cult to be done! Watch my first short film by Igor Farbitnik on Youtube..

Lastly, where do you see yourself in 5 - 10 years?

 I want to be successful in everything I do !

 For more info on Lily visit:

http://www.foreverlily.com