'I think a 'dad bod' would appeal to a lot of guys': Model Kris Smith reveals he isn't afraid of ageing and admits he already has grey hair
As a professional model, he'd be forgiven for harboring some concern about the visible signs that come with ageing.
But Kris Smith, 37, has insisted that losing his chiseled abs and gaining a few extra grey hairs may actually work in his favour both on and off the runway.
'I think a "dad bod" would definitely appeal to a lot of guys and, do you know what? A lot of women say they love the salt and pepper (but) I also think they like a bit of cushion', confessed Kris in an interview with The Daily Telegraph this week.
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'They like a bit of cushion': Kris Smith, 37, has insisted that losing his chiseled abs and gaining a few extra grey hairs may actually work in his favour both on and off the runway
'I haven't even hit my prime yet,' the Myer department store ambassador said, adding: 'There's some salt and pepper in my beard. I've only got about 19 hairs on my chest and I think 11 of those are grey.'
In the past, the father-of-one has been opened about his struggles with negative body image and feelings of self-loathing.
Last year he revealed to New Idea that he very much still saw himself as 'that fat kid' when he struts down the runway.
Tumultuous past: In the past, the father-of-one has been opened about his struggles with negative body image and feelings of self-loathing.
Years of torment began at school when he was eight-years-old and he was bullied for his size, which lead to a vicious cycle of comfort eating and gaining weight.
The handsome star was 125kg at his heaviest.
'Not a day goes by that I don't still battle those demons. I'm still very insecure,' he told the publication at the time.
'Not a day goes by that I don't still battle those demons: Years of torment began at school when he was eight-years-old and he was bullied for his size, which lead to a vicious cycle of comfort eating and gaining weight
Meanwhile, Kris has been dating a fellow model, Maddy King, for over three years.
The pair sparked rumours that they may have split last year after an eight-week social media drought of gushing posts.
They swiftly stepped out to dismiss speculation they had parted ways however, taking in a brisk morning work together in July last year.
Genetically blessed duo: Meanwhile, Kris has been dating a fellow model, Maddy King, for over three years
His other half! Kris' model girlfriend, Maddy King, shared this vibrant photo to Instagram on Friday as she modelled a dress by Australian brand Sportsgirl
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