Several of you mentioned you wanted to see some married men on the panel, and Devale is very much a happily married man. A proud father and husband, we think Devale brings a unique perspective to the cast. Devale appears on “Episode 2:The Dating Episode” and he will also be appearing on “Episode 4: The Marriage Episode,” later this month.
Meet Devale
Age: 27
Relationship Status: Married
Occupation: Actor/Entrepreneur
Links: Facebook, Acting Reel, PressPassTV Feature, ESPN The Mag Feature
In 3 words, how would your friends describe you? Funny, Driven, Outspoken
What are the main characteristics/qualities that you look for in a woman? Beauty, Nurturing, Sense of Humor
What are your favorite hobbies? Bowling, Movies
What are your top 3 favorite books to read? The Alchemist, Rich Dad Poor Dad, From Good to Great
Who is your favorite artist?
Favorite movie of all time? Bad Boyz
When you think of black women, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Angry
What’s your favorite quote and why? “Hard work beats talent when talent doesnt work hard.” Hard work is the ultimate equalizer in a world where everything is unfair, the privileged get all the help, and we all look down on cheaters.
Who do you look up to the most? My father Troy. He let me make mistakes and taught me how to get back up rather than just picking me up himself.
What’s your biggest pet peeve about women? Having a sense of entitlement because they have a vag*na.
What do you think is the biggest mistake that women tend to make in relationships? Thinking they dont have to work throughout the relationship, the same way they worked to get in a relationship. (Because they have a vag*na)
What is the most annoying question for women to ask? When are we gonna get married?
If you can trade lives with one celebrity who would it be? Will Smith.
If you could have any job in the world what would it be? Running my own Fortune 500 company.
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