How I Became a Model? | Weight Struggles, Victoria’s Secret & more | Romee Strijd

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  • čas přidán 26. 09. 2019
  • Hi guys, so last week I decided to share my story in this 'How I Became A Model' video. I am sharing How I became a Vicoria's Secret Angel, but I also had my own struggles from the moment when I started modeling till now. This is my story. X Romee
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  • @MrsGojo
    @MrsGojo Před 4 lety +9833

    imagine getting randomly scouted on the streets for your looks? can't relate.

    • @roosk1644
      @roosk1644 Před 3 lety +89

      its creepy

    • @ericayeadon6594
      @ericayeadon6594 Před 3 lety +197

      imagine having your sister constantly scouted every time you go to the mall with her... wait

    • @annako5217
      @annako5217 Před 3 lety +133

      Genes. Some people are really lucky.

    • @madoleenc1433
      @madoleenc1433 Před 3 lety +22

      I can actually lmao

    • @erin.patience
      @erin.patience Před 3 lety +20

      Kpop singers can😭😭😭

  • @Pos608
    @Pos608 Před 4 lety +17884

    I can’t believe Laurens quit his job to help her follow her dreams. Wow. Just wow. What a man.

    • @xxxmmm3812
      @xxxmmm3812 Před 4 lety +638

      it must have been super hard considering she makes more in a month than he did in an entire year. they could NEVER live this lifestyle with his job but with hers they can. even if he was earning more he'd still be stuck in one place and wouldn't see as much of the world.

    • @iamalexandra.
      @iamalexandra. Před 4 lety +518

      Can you imagine if every man was like Laurens? That's true love right there.

    • @tekgid433
      @tekgid433 Před 4 lety +103

      Yuck I would never respect a "man" without a job.

    • @Pos608
      @Pos608 Před 4 lety +574

      Tek Gid then go back to living in the 1800s :)

    • @sirmrguyhuman4445
      @sirmrguyhuman4445 Před 4 lety +209

      @@xxxmmm3812 Do keep in mind that Laurens is the son of Bert van Leeuwen, a semi-large Dutch TV presenter. He could've easily used his connections to secure a fairly cushy job. Not saying he got it purely from that but he definitely could've been making some good money doing a job he loved.

  • @Lydia-sw1qz
    @Lydia-sw1qz Před 4 lety +6306

    She married her bestfriend's brother, what a wattpad dream!!!

    • @user-zw9tr4oi7g
      @user-zw9tr4oi7g Před 3 lety +42

      They married what !!who are you talking about romee and laurens or someone else

    • @Lydia-sw1qz
      @Lydia-sw1qz Před 3 lety +44

      @@user-zw9tr4oi7g laurens is romee's bestfriend's brother :)

    • @anniesutherland2617
      @anniesutherland2617 Před 3 lety +21

      @@Lydia-sw1qz I didn't know they were married though

    • @sonia2655
      @sonia2655 Před 3 lety +137

      My bestfriend would kill me if I even looked in her brother's direction

    • @mgv1530
      @mgv1530 Před 3 lety +18

      They are married?!! Omg I love this couple

  • @raialim
    @raialim Před 4 lety +5040

    9.5%- listening to how she became a model
    90.5%- staring at her hair and wishing I had hair like that

  • @aninaw.3463
    @aninaw.3463 Před 4 lety +5165

    "Lawrence skipped school to come with me" awwww how cute, this man is a bless

    • @ingvildxo8230
      @ingvildxo8230 Před 4 lety +10

      Nina K. So cute ❤️

    • @romya.m.b6776
      @romya.m.b6776 Před 4 lety +21

      Laurens*

    • @havenoidea1185
      @havenoidea1185 Před 4 lety +70

      no, he just found a reason to skip school😂

    • @jennye313
      @jennye313 Před 4 lety +3

      have no idea right? 😅

    • @jennye313
      @jennye313 Před 4 lety +15

      have no idea but him quitting his job was not. that part he truly made a decision to put her career first. 💕

  • @xmalecx9767
    @xmalecx9767 Před 4 lety +6251

    I literally spent half the time staring at her hair, its so perfect

  • @roserousan6411
    @roserousan6411 Před 4 lety +3435

    it's funny how she saw her friends having fun at parties and wished she can be with them
    while they're wishing they can be in her place . modeling and traveling
    Stop comparing your lives with others.

    • @h.114
      @h.114 Před 4 lety +191

      The grass looks always greener on the other side :(

    • @alimayasmr8749
      @alimayasmr8749 Před 3 lety +138

      @@h.114 You should always focus on watering and growing your own grass to get the most beautiful garden 💚

    • @ht9763
      @ht9763 Před 3 lety +23

      Rose rousan She was young , its not easy at this age, considering she could not speak English well too at this time.

    • @ChristinaLVarte
      @ChristinaLVarte Před 3 lety +6

      @@h.114 the grass looks greener where you water it

    • @fabiii7409
      @fabiii7409 Před 3 lety +4

      Well you always miss out sth and feeling lonely is probably worse than not having much money and not being able to travel the world tbh

  • @emmaxx191
    @emmaxx191 Před 4 lety +2459

    Who's here after romee announced shes pregnant? Btw I'm so happy for her 💕

    • @makeedawint552
      @makeedawint552 Před 4 lety +16

      Me, omg I just started to watch her videos and when I saw that she was expecting, I feel even more in love with her and Laurens and the struggles they had to go through.

    • @emmaxx191
      @emmaxx191 Před 4 lety +5

      @@makeedawint552 ikr shes amazing 💕

    • @hannahwetzstein3787
      @hannahwetzstein3787 Před 3 lety +4

      Im here after the baby came! Lol

    • @beccabradley6002
      @beccabradley6002 Před 3 lety +1

      Has she given birth yet I just realized I remember this like yesterday and u commented this 8 months ago

    • @emmaxx191
      @emmaxx191 Před 3 lety

      @@beccabradley6002 yep she has! Baby Mint

  • @hannahfleenor9864
    @hannahfleenor9864 Před 4 lety +7391

    “I couldn’t separate my looks from me as a person.” That still stands true for so many people and it’s so sad.

    • @cx1202
      @cx1202 Před 4 lety +1

      1k yay

    • @user-nf5js7ho2p
      @user-nf5js7ho2p Před 3 lety

      yes

    • @Notme811_you
      @Notme811_you Před 3 lety +27

      I feel like that’s me and I am not even that pretty! Average at best.

    • @hannahwetzstein3787
      @hannahwetzstein3787 Před 3 lety +17

      Im very insecure about my looks. Im pretty young and I’m a little worried for when I’m older bc I’m so worried about how i look and everything now.

    • @LittleKittyCat
      @LittleKittyCat Před 2 lety +4

      It's bittersweet..

  • @ANA-eq3bp
    @ANA-eq3bp Před 4 lety +19020

    "If teardrops could be bottled, there'd be swimming pools filled by models"

  • @mayaringer5711
    @mayaringer5711 Před 4 lety +2750

    i love how Laurens and Romee matured together. Moving in at 18 is a HUGE step but they made it work. I'm surprised they've been dating for so long. The fact they made sure they went home or see family monthly, I think they grew more grounded and genuine. It's easy to get mixed with all the glam so it's nice she made sure her family, education, and her emotional state was always her priority. I used to have this pretty superficial and judgmental view of models but this girl's really opening my mindset. plus I'm also from Belgium so I relate to her even more. I love that she has that mindset of separating looks from being who she is and youtube is a great way to show how dimensional she is.

    • @Mia-ek4oy
      @Mia-ek4oy Před 2 lety +6

      they just got engaged TODAY AAAAHHHHHHHHH theyre so cute

    • @marvin2678
      @marvin2678 Před 10 měsíci

      @@Mia-ek4oy who?

  • @dearmaria4654
    @dearmaria4654 Před 4 lety +678

    Omg those were her first shows 😦 They're big names already, she's amazing

  • @Jobella12
    @Jobella12 Před 4 lety +7995

    When I did fashion week (as a makeup artist) I remember talking to the models and most of them mentioned how lonely it was. Some were 17-19 living on their own. It was kind of sad.

  • @antamanta9584
    @antamanta9584 Před 4 lety +4710

    You are the real proof that beauty comes from the inside. I mean you are gorgeous from the outside as well, but something shines through you which calms me down and gives me so nice vibes

    • @nadavolckova6475
      @nadavolckova6475 Před 4 lety +15

      Anta Manta exactly ❤️🙏🏻 she is like sunshine hehe 🥰

    • @kerr3375
      @kerr3375 Před 4 lety +8

      I agree with Anta. I think your sweet soul makes you more beautiful. I really admire you for following your heart and going back for your family and academic goals. I happy that you are a family person, I can sure tell you love your family. I’m happy for you, for accomplishing your goals. I’m also glad that you put yourself out there on CZcams because I enjoyed getting to know you better. Thank you and may God bless you. 😊❤️

    • @cara7356
      @cara7356 Před 4 lety +2

      When you look good you feel amazing. She has no right to be anything but on cloud 9 as she is.

    • @taxedo_ri
      @taxedo_ri Před 4 lety +2

      She has own inner sun

    • @middaysun3553
      @middaysun3553 Před 4 lety +3

      Always said it! No one will ever convince me that ugliness and beauty don't reflect the inner self. When you see those fake beauty very arrogant and full of themselves rest assured that those are ugly people with plastic surgery or tons of make up!!!

  • @bethanyvillero6900
    @bethanyvillero6900 Před 3 lety +459

    What I love about Romee is she comes off as so genuine and not pretentious. So interesting hearing her story. We tend to dehumanize models and forget they have their struggles just like everyone else.

    • @LittleMew133
      @LittleMew133 Před 2 měsíci

      It's also the Dutch culture in her. Very down to Earth and relatable.

  • @casperdapimp
    @casperdapimp Před 4 lety +269

    She looked like she was gonna cry when she was talking about traveling alone and struggling with her body :(

  • @ayneyaaa
    @ayneyaaa Před 4 lety +7977

    *her mom* : okay, let me check the agency.
    *my mom* : *sigh*
    me : *go to my room

  • @vas2323
    @vas2323 Před 4 lety +2908

    its so hard to see her tear up.

    • @antamanta9584
      @antamanta9584 Před 4 lety +136

      Βασιλικη Μακρη I have to admit, that it helped me. She always shines in her Videos sharing her perfect life. Showing that sometimes things are or were taugh is not only very honest but also so normal and authentic

    • @vas2323
      @vas2323 Před 4 lety +58

      Anta Manta couldn’t agree more. social media is just a facade. because someone is successful doesn’t mean they haven’t been through hard times

    • @beatrizdelpilaraceitonaran8692
      @beatrizdelpilaraceitonaran8692 Před 4 lety +4

      Βασιλικη Μακρη first world problems, being a model.

    • @maryqueenofscots8307
      @maryqueenofscots8307 Před 4 lety +13

      I cry if anyone cries

    • @anastasiareynold9467
      @anastasiareynold9467 Před 4 lety +4

      reading this before i watch the video and omg i dont think im ready

  • @Fcukurselfthx
    @Fcukurselfthx Před 4 lety +469

    Don't no one on this platform talk any shit about Laurens. This guy is her life partner - not just her BF. They are going through life together - all of it. For this guy to make this decision to put Romee before himself and her dreams and happiness, safety, her safety. Her mental health and confidence. This is what love is. This dude literally put someone before himself. So it makes complete sense the dynamic of their relationship. Complete sense. Respect. fr.

    • @aisaktrawets9837
      @aisaktrawets9837 Před 3 lety +9

      Agreed. He sounds like an excellence partner.

    • @edithputhy4948
      @edithputhy4948 Před 2 lety +10

      he's unemployed and mooching off of HER money

    • @Rawan-vg5eu
      @Rawan-vg5eu Před 2 lety +17

      I agree, although countless women do the same and never get praised for it

    • @anja3634
      @anja3634 Před 2 lety +9

      @@edithputhy4948 he’s not, he’s ceo of a fashion brand called Naetur ;)

    • @ddff8204
      @ddff8204 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@edithputhy4948i think romee would know if he did that lol but obviously they’re a beautiful happy couple🥰

  • @anna_b1500
    @anna_b1500 Před 4 lety +465

    I love how there's nearly no bad comment about her :) she's so cute and gorgeous. Inside and outside

  • @zehrasohmelioglu5871
    @zehrasohmelioglu5871 Před 4 lety +2249

    The fact that she was close to tears but got herself together so many times in this video is so sad

    • @eforester8891
      @eforester8891 Před 4 lety +26

      Oh please, first world problems.

    • @zehrasohmelioglu5871
      @zehrasohmelioglu5871 Před 4 lety +175

      Eileen Forester everyone has their own problems, everyone goes through different things, everyone perceives everything differently. Just cause you can‘t understand her way of feeling or you feel like it‘s just something small doesn‘t mean that she has to feel like that as well. If you don‘t go through the same thing, you won‘t be able to understand her, yes, but making it look like something „small“ or not taking it seriously is not okay.

    • @xxxmmm3812
      @xxxmmm3812 Před 4 lety +4

      almost as said as people dying of cancer. y'all need to get fucking real.

    • @xxxmmm3812
      @xxxmmm3812 Před 4 lety +4

      @@zehrasohmelioglu5871 most ridiculous comment ive seen today. of course we do, still get a freaking perspective and count your own blessings. the youth of today barely holds it together and would drop dead in matter of weeks if they had to deal with half of the shit their ancestors have.

    • @zehrasohmelioglu5871
      @zehrasohmelioglu5871 Před 4 lety +45

      Jane Erstić i don‘t think you really got what i said. Of course there are things going on in this world that are terrible. Wars, terrorism, shootings, etc. We should all be happy that we don‘t have to face those things. But we all also have our own stuff that we have to deal with. If she wants to cry because she struggled in her past, than let her be.

  • @ceciliadelange1392
    @ceciliadelange1392 Před 4 lety +3071

    Who else thinks Romee and Laurens are perfect together? 💖

    • @spartn2304
      @spartn2304 Před 4 lety +7

      No one.... she should be mine

    • @wanderlust3826
      @wanderlust3826 Před 4 lety +3

      Oh, she would be lost without him

    • @maneskinnnnn7190
      @maneskinnnnn7190 Před 4 lety +19

      @@wanderlust3826 no she wouldn't! She is her own person, no woman NEEDS a man

    • @birkinmommy
      @birkinmommy Před 4 lety +10

      FireBird-16 she doesn’t even know u exist lol

    • @wanderlust3826
      @wanderlust3826 Před 4 lety +14

      @@maneskinnnnn7190 I agree, I like her a lot but she is really dependent on him. She should cope without him holding her hand 24/7. To me it sounds more like anxiety if he is not there than missing his love

  • @lauviahvillanueva2299
    @lauviahvillanueva2299 Před 3 lety +1436

    her mom: let me find an agency
    my asian mom: THATS ALL YOU WANT I THOUGHT YOU WANNA BE A DOCTOR OR AN ENGINEER

    • @evangeline.m
      @evangeline.m Před 3 lety +22

      "TYPICAL" 😂

    • @sakshiahuja3791
      @sakshiahuja3791 Před 3 lety +12

      same🤣🤣

    • @tairagosteva5341
      @tairagosteva5341 Před 3 lety +4

      Same

    • @evangeline.m
      @evangeline.m Před 3 lety +14

      @L M um you do know that there are Asian models too ryt? so even if we try modelling we need don't need fake eye lashes or blonde hair. We look beautiful in our own skin and color. And I'm pretty sure that being a model doesn't mean having blonde hair and pretty eyes. Stop being so negative honey. Spread love.

    • @sanazlol7433
      @sanazlol7433 Před 3 lety +2

      Fr

  • @beccabradley6002
    @beccabradley6002 Před 4 lety +1731

    She looked like that at 13 and I'm 14 and look like I've been taken straight from a dumpster
    update its been 10 months I'm 15 still look like I'm straight from a dumpster if not more than I did before

  • @anyamarie6526
    @anyamarie6526 Před 4 lety +1964

    Lawrence might not have a VS angel contract but he is an ANGEL! I'm also delighted to hear that VS takes care of there girls modelling is not as glamorous as its cracked up to be!

  • @aezinas
    @aezinas Před 4 lety +4837

    Ok but can we just appreciate Laurens for doing literally anything for Romees dream to come true? 🥰

    • @scheherazadeboudard5722
      @scheherazadeboudard5722 Před 4 lety +99

      Since decades weman are used to make those EFFORTS to support their husband's career, and it's considered as NORMAL ! So, I say, what did this guy is simply NORMAL! It's rare, yesss, but it should be considered as NORMAL!

    • @mkelly534
      @mkelly534 Před 4 lety +32

      @@scheherazadeboudard5722 What you say is is true but the fact that his "sacrifice" was not the norm means is dedication and love was also not the norm.

    • @emilyzohar3912
      @emilyzohar3912 Před 4 lety +47

      Laurens is literally AMAZING. I wish everyone would have a friend/boyfriend like him. You are lucky Laurens for having Romee, and Romee you ate lucky for having Laurens. Love you guys.

    • @scheherazadeboudard5722
      @scheherazadeboudard5722 Před 4 lety +26

      @@mkelly534 I agree with you. What he did is normal or shall I say, should be MORE NORMALIZED by society. The Norms of society are telling us that what he did is incredible. And I answer, no, what he did, millions of weman already did it: by love maybe and gratefully , by obligation mostly and sadly. So I ask, can we just appreciate the fortitude of weman? Instead of glorify a man who just acted like millions of weman in the world.
      I am sad to say that what he did for romee is rare, because it SHOULDN'T BE! If it's normalized for weman then, why should we act differently for mens??

    • @mkelly534
      @mkelly534 Před 4 lety +9

      @@scheherazadeboudard5722 100% agreed. Still I like how much these two love each other and are a team.

  • @dilara6800
    @dilara6800 Před 4 lety +117

    ...and now she is pregnant!!🥺❤️

  • @godzilla9606
    @godzilla9606 Před 4 lety +84

    i lost myself when she said"my mom said ok" literally my parents would take a year, wait their whole life to be more precise in deciding whether i should become one :))

  • @michelleniland2693
    @michelleniland2693 Před 4 lety +5005

    She is literally the sweetest person ever

    • @iknowexactlywhoyouare8701
      @iknowexactlywhoyouare8701 Před 4 lety +8

      Michelle Marie “literally?”

    • @calistayasmin3833
      @calistayasmin3833 Před 4 lety +26

      she seems so down to earth and lovely x

    • @honeycomb9156
      @honeycomb9156 Před 2 lety +1

      Why do you think that?

    • @arthurmaestrini4350
      @arthurmaestrini4350 Před 2 lety +3

      She's dutch, make sense

    • @Olivia-oe6xz
      @Olivia-oe6xz Před 2 lety

      @@arthurmaestrini4350 she Looks very kind (I’m from where she’s from) idk she looks very kind, you kind of can see if she’s kind if you’re from the same county (my English is so bad HAHAHAHHA)

  • @erikadalcortivo4034
    @erikadalcortivo4034 Před 4 lety +1710

    Can we just appreciate how many times she mentions Laurence?! This is love

    • @erhtsee
      @erhtsee Před 4 lety +4

      Cara why are you so full of hate or are you just immature? whatever the case is it all reflects badly on you. you don’t know EVERY. SINGLE. AMERICAN. WOMAN. & for you to use celebrities that do things on PURPOSE for fame & fortune as an example to speak on every single person is immature. not every single person is the same. just because the kardashains do what they do doesnt mean we all do that or act like that. also there is such a thing as compatibility with a person & some ppl get with their “first love” at a young age where they dont even know how to love themselves yet or let alone know how to love someone else. love isn’t one size fits all, love isn’t just found in one person. you’re either young, immature, or just delusional.

    • @jisungismybaby1301
      @jisungismybaby1301 Před 4 lety +4

      Cara You‘re* I don’t know why you’re being so negative. If you have a problem just don’t watch the video.

  • @blackenero
    @blackenero Před 3 lety +121

    This job is harder than it seems to be.

  • @marcelinaniemczewska2979
    @marcelinaniemczewska2979 Před 3 lety +610

    Imagine having mom that wouldn't laugh at you if you told her you want to become a model.
    I mean what-

  • @briannampnelson
    @briannampnelson Před 4 lety +6459

    Your hair is so beautiful it’s almost distracting

  • @pa.o
    @pa.o Před 4 lety +1409

    The fact that she still tears up when telling her story shows how much it truly affected her 🥺 I'm glad in the end everything was worth it. Anxiety and panic attacks suck... I'm proud of you Romee, for staying strong 💜

  • @lunalovegood3650
    @lunalovegood3650 Před 2 lety +13

    i don’t like obsessing over celebrities, but she’s so likeable

  • @Mary-uq4ww
    @Mary-uq4ww Před 3 lety +76

    Seeing her with tears in her eyes and voice trembling breaks my heart so, so much. I'm so happy she was strong enough to fight all those difficulties and emerge this beautiful, sunny, positive person that makes out lives better by posting these videos!

  • @CarolineSophie93
    @CarolineSophie93 Před 4 lety +2367

    I didn't expect her to speak so highly of VS, but I am glad they take care of their models. It doesn't always seem that way in the media.

    • @lauras.2032
      @lauras.2032 Před 4 lety +123

      Caroline Sophie
      well don’t bite the hands that fed you alot of people forget that.

    • @froyokid
      @froyokid Před 4 lety +33

      I would have “dislike” if she talked badly of VS cause it would seem that she was jumping ship because of their problems now but she’d had no problem collecting checks and being part of a brand that excludes women that don’t look like her. Would’ve been hypocritical.

    • @Chelle8847
      @Chelle8847 Před 4 lety +47

      I think it depends what you look like and what kind of model you are and what part of VS you work for. She was picked to be an angel, which is like the highest... She's also stunningly beautiful. It's unfair but thats the way it is. I'm glad she was taken care of though

    • @thefbiagentbehindurscreen5390
      @thefbiagentbehindurscreen5390 Před 4 lety +24

      VS has a certain brand, not only are they catwalk models but also the faces of VS and the modelling world is tough. Many women and girls work really hard to get to be an angel and even harder to get their wings. It takes a certain person to be able to reach that status so VS isn't about to change all of a sudden, no matter what the media has to say. (Also idk why people trust most of the media, they exaggerate too much)

    • @Ovulations
      @Ovulations Před 4 lety +2

      germankiwigal romee is popular enough to leave them and still be fine. VS doesn’t pay as much as other companies anyway. It’s not hard to believe she actually loves VS

  • @chiarascaglioni7794
    @chiarascaglioni7794 Před 4 lety +2031

    This is so real and emotional😭 everyone always assumes that models have a simple and perfect life but that’s not really the case. Every job has its hard and bad sides and you’ve been able to explain it in the most honest and humble way❤️

    • @yee3133
      @yee3133 Před 4 lety +12

      Gold Pyramids Food & Travel Vlog or maybe there are actual nice human beings 😲😲

    • @keuzl
      @keuzl Před 4 lety +1

      @@goldpyramidsfoodtravelvlog7984 you must have a lot of friends with that mindset

    • @chiarascaglioni7794
      @chiarascaglioni7794 Před 4 lety

      Gold Pyramids Food & Travel Vlog why would I? Is it impossible to you that someone genuinely thinks something good about someone else?

    • @Gamecockinnc1
      @Gamecockinnc1 Před 4 lety +2

      Chiara Scaglioni Don’t worry I called him out below where he made a post about adoring Romee and then asking for likes and subs to HIS vlog channel. 🤦🏼‍♀️
      He’s a hypocrite accusing you of not caring and wanting likes when he is really the one doing it.
      Btw your original comment was very nice and full of empathy. Ignore this guy. 💛

    • @naylahaji8124
      @naylahaji8124 Před 4 lety

      @@goldpyramidsfoodtravelvlog7984 and your just jealous

  • @carmelamariamacias6140
    @carmelamariamacias6140 Před 4 lety +86

    She's so gorgeous and so sincere. I love her naturalness to talk about her past. She doesn't play hard to get, she really wants to talk to everyone who is watching :)

  • @M.Laluna
    @M.Laluna Před 3 lety +14

    I started crying when laurens quit his job to take a Apartment in new york 😭 so cute and your such a real and human person thanks for open up your experience and feelings 🥰
    Love from Germany ❤️

  • @annasuzdalev9347
    @annasuzdalev9347 Před 4 lety +1579

    You should make the video of the perspective of Laurens... i think it would be very intresting to hear how it was for him all these years

  • @marthahunt
    @marthahunt Před 4 lety +5639

    You're so strong Romee! The sacrifices can be so hard! Love this and you!

    • @user-ej3dh4wo6e
      @user-ej3dh4wo6e Před 4 lety +18

      Love u Martha 💋💋

    • @adamk5041
      @adamk5041 Před 4 lety +11

      Martha😍😍😍

    • @inyx23
      @inyx23 Před 4 lety +76

      @Benjamin just because you are okay with living far from your family, doesn't mean everyone is. Not sure why people like to underestimate other's pain.

    • @monicamartinkapel
      @monicamartinkapel Před 4 lety +18

      @Benjamin dumbass

    • @selinkerp3438
      @selinkerp3438 Před 4 lety +3

      Hi queen

  • @maggiec1889
    @maggiec1889 Před 3 lety +49

    modeling is my dream but i’m so short. romee is such an inspiration to me. she is so kind and will be a great mom 💕

    • @syl8779
      @syl8779 Před 2 lety +2

      the model industry is changing!! u don’t have to be super tall

    • @ashhhhh786
      @ashhhhh786 Před rokem

      @@syl8779 Hi, right now I’m 15 and I’m 5’9 and I felt tall a month ago, but now that I have more knowledge of the industry I feel like I should be taller, like 5,11 or at least 5’10, all my family tell me that I’ll grow 2 inches more, and my dad is like 6’4, but I don’t know how to chill out a little about it

  • @hosannarogers5943
    @hosannarogers5943 Před 3 lety +190

    My aunt is a model. She got noticed in Australia at the age of 13 and from there she started her modeling career. Her name is Ilona Novaeck and she got to be on the cover of Vogue.

  • @iranianbrunette5164
    @iranianbrunette5164 Před 4 lety +901

    She was so honest in this video. I really respect Romee, she is a great person. I love how natural and real she is

  • @palomamaroto485
    @palomamaroto485 Před 4 lety +802

    Who else wanted to hug her when she cried? 😢

    • @thefbiagentbehindurscreen5390
      @thefbiagentbehindurscreen5390 Před 4 lety +15

      @@cara7356 you're right but wrong. Being in a different country, a teenager, separated from normal life, not entirely being able to speak the language, having to be self critical, not being able to show your emotions is very difficult. Yes she was a model but that doesnt change how mentally taxing it is, you can't compare people's situations because to Romee, its was still distressing and difficult for her. This is why famous people end up overdosing and becoming alcoholics, no one gets them, yes they're famous but it's most times very lonely, most people are fake and competitive.

    • @maryamary5253
      @maryamary5253 Před 4 lety +1

      Me,of course,she worked so hard.I thought she is happy all all the time,but it's not true,she had sad moments also in her life and it is also very very hard to be a model.Ok she is appreciated a lot now but she worked a lot for that and she deserves to be a VS model and to be famous and stuff.But for a teenager to be alone,and separeted from family its not easy and just think about the psychic experience

    • @lalaishappyyy
      @lalaishappyyy Před 4 lety

      @@cara7356 Shut up Cara

  • @mdgsk824
    @mdgsk824 Před 4 lety +3361

    They need to stop scouting basically children. That's creepy af.

    • @isabella5322
      @isabella5322 Před 4 lety +63

      Chrissi in the uk they ask you if you’re 16 yet

    • @monicamartinkapel
      @monicamartinkapel Před 4 lety +292

      That's not creepy. It's like casting kids to model for kids clothing lines and its respective magazines

    • @leilasophi
      @leilasophi Před 4 lety +38

      I almost got scouted at 13 while I was shopping like she was 😳

    • @najah1819
      @najah1819 Před 4 lety +12

      Leila Sophie almost?

    • @leilasophi
      @leilasophi Před 4 lety +6

      Naja H I didn’t take the offer

  • @sarrashere
    @sarrashere Před 3 lety +25

    This felt like hearing a story from a friend. I applaud her transparency and authenticity sharing this story

  • @racerxtreme
    @racerxtreme Před 4 lety +637

    "I eat healthy for the way I feel not for the way I look" Romee, thank you for being so genuine about these issues. Being a role model for other young women or even for those who are starting out in their modeling career is such a big responsibility. Knowledge is everything. Love yourself and be proud of your accomplishments. 💖

  • @Momo-cv1oj
    @Momo-cv1oj Před 4 lety +907

    she was meant to be a star She booked Victoria's Secret at 18 years old OMGGGGGGGG

  • @marianamorais3580
    @marianamorais3580 Před 4 lety +6

    I love seeing this part of the models and I'm glad you make this type of videos, sometimes we don't see how hard can be being a model and the reality of it and I genuinely think this is soo inspiring for people who are thinking about following this career! You're such a beautiful person inside and out!

  • @angelmartins5160
    @angelmartins5160 Před 4 lety +8

    it's good seeing this side of Romee. her story is an inspiration that brings out lessons like if you want to pursue your dreams, a good perspective in life is a key💕

  • @iknowherstarsign
    @iknowherstarsign Před 4 lety +1199

    When she started crying I felt the need to hug her and tell her everything is ok but sadly I'm miles away:(

    • @mia-zv5xq
      @mia-zv5xq Před 4 lety +25

      She could hug us poor fucks for being poor and having a boring life compared to her

    • @firstnamelastname6191
      @firstnamelastname6191 Před 4 lety +13

      @@mia-zv5xq money and fame doesn't give happiness

  • @courtneybeltzer4973
    @courtneybeltzer4973 Před 4 lety +1271

    Mad respect to Romee; she puts herself out there and showed her venerability in front of everyone watching. That shows a kind of confidence no one can fake. Beauty is not just on the outside but also on the inside. Romee is a true Victoria’s Secret angel!

  • @lisamendez4309
    @lisamendez4309 Před 4 lety +18

    Such a lovely heartwarming and very real story. I love how you tell all of it, the love for your family and Laurence, the struggles and loneliness. And how you and Laurence were able to be together and find your way.

  • @sarahkennedy7133
    @sarahkennedy7133 Před 4 lety +5

    Talking about your experience and your nerves has made me feel good about my own decisions. Everyone's experience is different and something that works for someone doesn't necessarily work for someone else. Thank you!

  • @jingz.9684
    @jingz.9684 Před 4 lety +472

    I almost forget she’s only 24 ..so much hard work and Laruens soooo supportive omg

  • @michaelastacy5733
    @michaelastacy5733 Před 4 lety +473

    I’ve never realized how lonely being a model must be, you’re such a great person. And I’m glad you don’t have panic attacks anymore

  • @Myindianlyf
    @Myindianlyf Před 3 lety +5

    I started working as a flight attendant at 19 & i can totally relate to the FOMO that you talked about!i think you’re so brave for sharing your journey in such a raw way!thankyou for opening up like this romee! Looking at such gorgeous models, you never imagine that they could be going through this much❤️

  • @keeyaustin2992
    @keeyaustin2992 Před 3 lety +49

    She literally was experiencing anxiety and didn't know how she maintained it. You're amazing!!

  • @Gamecockinnc1
    @Gamecockinnc1 Před 4 lety +917

    I respect that you took a year off, helped your family get through a rough time and most importantly graduated from school! It took a lot of guts to take a year off and tell your agents.
    I also respect you sharing your struggles and feelings about anxiety, food and weight. 💜

  • @aprillane8382
    @aprillane8382 Před 4 lety +720

    She’s such a well rounded person with a good attitude.

  • @anastasiastepanko2500
    @anastasiastepanko2500 Před 4 lety +3

    While I was watching that video, I completely felt everything you said, the way you were feeling in different stages of your life are so similar to what I went through, you’re so genuine and authentic and that’s such a hard thing to find nowadays, I’m very happy that your dreams come true, and that you have Lauren, because he’s showing his love and support in a way that is hard to find.
    I wish you guys the best and I send you lots of love.

  • @brits6251
    @brits6251 Před 3 lety

    I really appreciate your honesty. I'm glad you decided to make a youtube channel and share who you are more too. I'm sorry you struggled at the beginning and I'm so happy to hear you've grown from all that.

  • @zarkomaichee
    @zarkomaichee Před 4 lety +1410

    So refreshing to see a guy who is willing to change his life because of his partner’s career! He is a feminist and you are so lucky to have him!

    • @nadjak3410
      @nadjak3410 Před 4 lety +53

      What kind of 18 year old feminist has a relationship with a 13 year old girl? (When they got together) 🙄😳

    • @agnesakne4409
      @agnesakne4409 Před 4 lety +13

      rather golddigger

    • @agnesakne4409
      @agnesakne4409 Před 4 lety +53

      What an absurd statement. Any hetero male would give up his career and instead sleep with 1m80 50kg model and live at her expense.

    • @nadjak3410
      @nadjak3410 Před 4 lety +55

      @I like Potatoes Ikr? It's much more normalized here in Europe (I also had some 13/14 year old female friends who dated guys 20 and older). Personally, if any guy or girl older than idk... 17/18 was trying to date my 13 year old child I would kick them in the face. Verbally of course.

    • @aquablushgirl
      @aquablushgirl Před 4 lety +27

      @I like Potatoes America is not the be all and end all.

  • @Hannah-rs6vk
    @Hannah-rs6vk Před 4 lety +504

    You are so humble which makes you even more beautiful!!

  • @-KMA-
    @-KMA- Před 4 lety +8

    It’s so hard to make such a big decision at that age. I’m sorry you dealt with all of this but glad you are overcoming it. I’m glad you have a channel because it seems it could be a way to vent or talk through things and get some positive feedback and support. I like your channel because you are very interesting and seem so kind, generous, very genuine, positive, and a strong woman. You seem like a very good role model for young ladies that have the same goals. I wish the best for you.

  • @cleverbeesknees
    @cleverbeesknees Před 3 lety +1

    This was great advice. I as a mother struggle to let my daughter know what she wants. Hearing you say that you made you own choices and were so much more confident for it made me realize I should listen more and find a healthy way to be supportive. Thank you

  • @vanessag5449
    @vanessag5449 Před 4 lety +1627

    Imagine someone telling Romee she's ugly hahaha, she's a literal angel, I made a comment once that she looked too skinny once and I take it back and should not have said it! she is clearly a very healthy woman

    • @larryolive4829
      @larryolive4829 Před 3 lety +64

      She hasnt had her period in like 7 years you dont call this healthy

    • @alissa2222
      @alissa2222 Před 3 lety +99

      @@larryolive4829 um- shes pregnant tho

    • @marilynmartin1418
      @marilynmartin1418 Před 3 lety +4

      Larry Olive she’s pregnant- how?

    • @jessicabrown8158
      @jessicabrown8158 Před 3 lety +54

      @@larryolive4829 she must have been getting her period at some stage or she wouldn't be able to be pregnant

    • @user-jl4dl2bb4e
      @user-jl4dl2bb4e Před 3 lety +27

      Larry Olive where did you get that from did she specifically tell you that😑

  • @MelindaBrooke
    @MelindaBrooke Před 4 lety +928

    Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. It's amazing to see someone so successful being open and vulnerable about their struggles. It really helps others to know that just because you're going through a hard time, doesn't mean you should give up or be ashamed of feeling that way. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel. You inspire me to keep chase my dreams of acting and making videos on my CZcams Channel. You're amazing and we love you. Thank you

  • @madeleine538
    @madeleine538 Před 3 lety +10

    Very inspirational story. I’m only 13 and used to be asked about modeling when i was younger but i was too young to really decide for myself so my mom said no and wanted to let me decide for myself as i got older. I haven’t been asked in a couple of years but I have been thinking about it and it seems like a tough but also incredible experience to be a model and I’d like to try it out. Thank you for sharing your story. You seem to have a very amazing personality and you are incredibly beautiful through my eyes. ❤️

  • @charlene274
    @charlene274 Před 3 lety +3

    The fact that he stopped his job shows he really Loves you!♡
    I'm SO happy for you!
    You give me inspiration,hope,new goals!!! Please dont ever stop the videos we all adore who you are!!! Thank you so much! You are beautiful inside and out!

  • @dominicweber
    @dominicweber Před 4 lety +429

    God I’m just so proud of her. I mean, she’s kept her purity, her integrity and her freedom throughout a very difficult and demanding career, that started at such a young age! And my word, she strived!

  • @nathalala_4298
    @nathalala_4298 Před 4 lety +325

    Wow Laurens is just an incredibly amazing dude👏

  • @priscabesson9883
    @priscabesson9883 Před 3 lety +2

    Last year as a model I also struggled with period loss for a whole year and a half and thankfully I talked about the issue to my parents who were really supportive and helped me. You're such an inspiration and being honest about it makes me feel like I am not alone, thank you for your words Romee! You're amazing!❤️

  • @Paulmaclover1234
    @Paulmaclover1234 Před 4 lety

    You're a great person Romee, I'm so glad you're so happy now and things have worked out!! You're such a down to earth/ nice person and you deserve the best!!

  • @renatasecatti6812
    @renatasecatti6812 Před 4 lety +2451

    She was meant to be a model everything conspired in her favor

    • @esthersue3403
      @esthersue3403 Před 4 lety +78

      Renata Secatti except herself and mental health issues right? did u even watch the vifeo

    • @appleheaddefender
      @appleheaddefender Před 4 lety +9

      Renata Secatti soul contract

    • @aggieh3575
      @aggieh3575 Před 3 lety +37

      Nobody has the ideal look- they still have to lose a lot of weight even the skinniest girls, it’s a sick industry

    • @k.o.h8446
      @k.o.h8446 Před 3 lety +1

      1000th like

    • @blkbarbie2671
      @blkbarbie2671 Před 3 lety +3

      @@aggieh3575 not true, look at irina shayk

  • @ispeakfangirl6857
    @ispeakfangirl6857 Před 4 lety +142

    My god!! We all deserved a Laurens in our lives. That man is like an epitome of best partner in life.

    • @maneskinnnnn7190
      @maneskinnnnn7190 Před 4 lety +1

      no woman NEEDS a man

    • @lilo638
      @lilo638 Před 4 lety +13

      Dragon Fly get off with your feminist bullshit. Yes we DO need great partners. Just like men need a good woman in their lives. Humans aren’t meant to be solo. Were pack creatures, it’s just harder than ever to find the right partner nowadays with the shitty values we got nowadays.

    • @noteg3605
      @noteg3605 Před 4 lety

      @@lilo638 tell em 👏👏

    • @ispeakfangirl6857
      @ispeakfangirl6857 Před 4 lety +3

      @@maneskinnnnn7190 Please read my comment again. I didn't say need. I said deserve and partner. No woman needs a man to succeed the same way man doesn't need a woman to succeed. But if we want to tie ourself up in a relationship, we deserve partners who would let us chase, work on and help us achieve our dreams and goals the same way Laurens does with Romee. Its not a competition. Its partnership which connotes equal footing between the two people in the relationship.

  • @lupedavis8809
    @lupedavis8809 Před 3 lety +3

    Such an inspiration, props to her for sharing her story especially her struggles with mental health. Love this Queen❤️❤️

  • @gailwright5282
    @gailwright5282 Před 4 lety +7

    Love how you remain true to yourself in every way. It's so hard when your heart and brain are not in full agreement ..you describe this to a T ! And don't worry, I believe a lot of women in general, go through this. It's a great inspiration for others to see how you followed your intuition, overcame your panic attacks, and grew into a self- respecting, empowered woman!

  • @Maria-sm9df
    @Maria-sm9df Před 4 lety +1284

    Lawrence.... omg where can I find someone like him?

  • @rd7726
    @rd7726 Před 4 lety +345

    What a sweet girl. She seems very down to earth. So beautiful.

  • @ednaisabel4741
    @ednaisabel4741 Před 4 lety +2

    Romeeeeee! I never would imagine you’d feel like that, or all you went through, but i am glad that you endured and overcame all this, God bless you and thank you so much for sharing, you’re very inspiring 💜

  • @ashlynsaba
    @ashlynsaba Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you for being so open and vulnerable in this video. You’re incredible for sharing your story. You’ve validated so much, the message of this video needed to be shared. Thank you!!!💞

  • @kennalime5644
    @kennalime5644 Před 4 lety +1907

    I think it is crazy how a 14 year old girl was modeling clothes that are targeted to much older people. 14 years old girls are not all grown up yet and I think this sells a weird image of those clothes... Like under full developed women are modeling clothes for woman that are 30 or much more... I know it´s the industry but I hope someone can understand how I feel about this :(

    • @-Anjel
      @-Anjel Před 4 lety +63

      I get what you're saying. Then again they are not only selling garments but an image, "buy this youthful thing, look at all these young people wearing them". And because teenagers are underdeveloped garments are easier to tailor to them, curves do not have to be taken into account.

    • @jessicaoyarzo
      @jessicaoyarzo Před 4 lety +3

      Well.. is not rosme foult

    • @Papeeshka
      @Papeeshka Před 4 lety

      Kenna Lime try airbrushing one fashion pic for a magazine and see how it blows your marketing budget...

    • @ConveyBeauty
      @ConveyBeauty Před 4 lety +19

      She looked very old in those shows😝. She didn’t look like a 14 year old

    • @justanotherpersonxo
      @justanotherpersonxo Před 4 lety +40

      @@ConveyBeauty she definitely looked like a 14 year old with grown-up up clothes and make up on. That's desturbing. The who fast fashion industry is desturbing to be honest. I wouldn't want to put my own daughter in that industry. What is it that their underdeveloping brain will learn from being in that environment? But to each their own.

  • @carlottajoest5312
    @carlottajoest5312 Před 4 lety +321

    Laurens is the definition of the Perfect boyfriend

  • @soraya4890
    @soraya4890 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for being so honest..it is refreshing to hear a model talking about their struggles of weight and loneliness..they always glamourize the lifestyle..and make you think they are perfect..and don't have struggles..we all can relate with you in this..thank you!

  • @JauntyCrepe
    @JauntyCrepe Před 4 lety +2

    Wow, it's really really obvious that you're so grateful for the opportunities you have had, but you're also so honest with your struggles. I think that's very admirable. Thank you for sharing

  • @karinacirmaci1112
    @karinacirmaci1112 Před 4 lety +434

    I’m 16 years old and have been a model since 14 and I’m literally going through the exact same struggles you were going through. With my weight gain and diets and doubting my career. This video really motivated me to keep trying! Thank you so much Romee💕

    • @nkugwachristy5484
      @nkugwachristy5484 Před 4 lety +16

      Keep going dont give up. I want to b a model i just dont know were to start from

    • @karinacirmaci1112
      @karinacirmaci1112 Před 4 lety +7

      NKUGWA CHRISTY thank you for the support!! you could google the best agencies in your area and then try to contact them and tell them you are interested in working with them😊

    • @Georgia002
      @Georgia002 Před 4 lety +7

      Hey i saw u on insta and u are sooo sooo prettyyy...i wish u the best of luck!

    • @napoleonmeowparte3874
      @napoleonmeowparte3874 Před 4 lety +1

      You can apply for Fenty, Em sure they have a place for more elephants

    • @nadavolckova6475
      @nadavolckova6475 Před 4 lety +4

      You’re so pretty, I wish you luck 🤞🏻❤️

  • @miidamai
    @miidamai Před 4 lety +849

    ”first, you start with fashion week” lmao yes very realistic

    • @asmrsleepydreams1971
      @asmrsleepydreams1971 Před 4 lety +5

      What do you normally start with?

    • @imshooketh1500
      @imshooketh1500 Před 4 lety +81

      @@asmrsleepydreams1971 like crappy shoots at your home country, but I cant relate, cant even get that

    • @imshooketh1500
      @imshooketh1500 Před 4 lety +9

      @Mili Ortiz thanks, but Im too short for the only agency there is in my country

    • @estherlepage4155
      @estherlepage4155 Před 3 lety +3

      She was in a very big agency so of course she starts with Fashion week

  • @Queen_KRoy
    @Queen_KRoy Před 2 lety +2

    This is so real and vulnerable. A big hug to you Romee.

  • @martina-anne889
    @martina-anne889 Před 4 lety +4

    it takes courage to open about all this! you're an inspiration girl! gonna marathon all your videos XX

  • @abbytueller3168
    @abbytueller3168 Před 4 lety +237

    Can I just say how much I admire you? There are so many models/celebrities out there that put on a happy face or maintain a certain persona just to look confident and collected all the time. I feel like you are one of the very few that actually allows your true self to shine through. You aren’t constantly worried about how you look or what you post and it makes your true beauty shine through! You come across so very genuine to me and of course it’s hard to know over social media who anyone really is, but I just think you are so very amazing Romee!!! Thanks for sharing your life and being so kind and real with us. :)

  • @raghavj480
    @raghavj480 Před 4 lety +196

    Laurens is her lucky charm.

  • @lexseat7038
    @lexseat7038 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing your journey with everyone! We love you and how humble you are and how supportive Laurens is ! Even when meeting with you randomly he is such a good sport 🤗

  • @solene5713
    @solene5713 Před 4 lety +1

    You can’t even imagine how much i admire you and how glad i am you re doing all those vlog and things love you romee and laurens too

  • @mkelly534
    @mkelly534 Před 4 lety +502

    Considering how many Dutch Supermodels there are out their I suspect the streets are crawling with model talent scouts. Also this is really open and honest. Was not expecting that. It makes me understand why Yolanda Hadid would not let Bella and Gigi model until they were 18. It must have been very hard

    • @Vialamesa
      @Vialamesa Před 4 lety +33

      Michael Kelly Gigi has been modeling since she was a toddler. Google her Guess ads as a child

    • @mkelly534
      @mkelly534 Před 4 lety +49

      Correction. Gigi modeled until she was 5 then shut it down until after High School. You can google that too

    • @Vialamesa
      @Vialamesa Před 4 lety +2

      Michael Kelly that’s true. But did model before 18.

    • @samanthalang7212
      @samanthalang7212 Před 4 lety +7

      @@Vialamesa very little and i think what they are referring to is that she didn't want them to leave home and work full time before 18... having a few child modelling gigs as a little kid is not quite the same

    • @lilo638
      @lilo638 Před 4 lety +6

      Gigi nor Bella would’ve ever become models if it wasn’t for their famous and rich parents. Usually, models always start under 15.

  • @elliemoore5058
    @elliemoore5058 Před 4 lety +94

    As someone who got scouted at 13 and rejected from loads of agencies I applied for it means a lot for you to share the non glam model life...

  • @BonniePYiu
    @BonniePYiu Před 4 lety +1

    I'm so happy for you now and I'm so appreciate that you tell us the truth about your life and before how you became a model. I hope your modelling career will become more successful than ever in the future!!! love you so much!!!

  • @skinnypasta1768
    @skinnypasta1768 Před 4 lety +38

    You are seriously such a genuine good person. Your parents divorce was totally not your fault and I'm so sure that your sister is so proud of you. You're amazing, hang in there!