Full Figure Plus Interview with Jami Templeton aka “Jami The Diva”
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Those of you that follow this blog know that a few weeks ago I had a chance to be on the Fat and Fabulous Blog talk radio show. Today you can read about the woman behind the show Jami!
Full Figure Plus: Who is Jami Templeton?
Jami: Wow, who am I? That’s a loaded question. Haha. I’m sweet, feisty, intelligent, an air head, a diva and a homebody. By profession I am a radio personality, actress, television show creator, artist developer, manager, writer and singer. In my spirit, I am a woman who has learned a lot in the way of trial by fire. I am a plus sized diva, and after many years of struggle with body image, I landed in a place where I love myself regardless of what size I am, or what the scale says. I feel that when we go through these experiences, they always have a lesson that we are obligated to share with others that have similar struggles. We are all here to help each other, and if the pain I endured can help one woman or little girl to see that she can make it through, then it was worth it.
FFP: What are your thoughts on plus size fashion?
Jami: I think plus size fashion is amazing. I love that a young girl who is bigger than “average” can walk into a junior plus store and look just as cute as her thinner girlfriends. Plus size fashion has come a tremendously long way since I was in school.
FFP: Do you think plus size models are treated fairly?
Jami: I think that when something is different, it always takes a while for the world to catch up to the truth. I definitely commend the plus size models that are out there right now for forging a path. It’s an exciting time in fashion right now, where people are realizing that most of the world’s population is bigger than the sample sizes on the rack. Kudos to the models out there giving us positive, realistic images to look up to, and to the designers and runway producers who give them a place to shine.
FFP: How did you get interested in the music industry?
Jami: Music is my heart. I’ve always been like Ally McBeal. You know, the girl who always has a song playing in her head! I was singing before I could speak in complete sentences. For as long as I can remember, I knew that’s what I was supposed to do in this lifetime.
FFP: Are you single or involved and what do you think about dating services specifically for plus size men and women?
Jami: Ah, the million dollar question….I’m single right now. I’ve been keeping a bit of a low profile in the dating world, but I can finally say I’m ready for Mr. Wonderful to arrive. As for dating services specifically designed for plus size folks, I’m all for them. I don’t think there’s any one specific road to happiness. Talk to ten couples, and you’ll probably get ten different love stories. My only problem is when the sites get all freaky…. You know the fetish sites. Those scare me! Yikes!
FFP: What projects have you worked on?
Jami: Last year, I co-produced and starred in a (sold out!) musical review in Los Angeles called “Sketches of Love”. I have a television show in development, and you can catch me live every Tuesday afternoon at 12:30pst on “Fat and Fabulous- A fresh look at Life” at www.blogtalkradio.com/jamithediva. Don’t fret if you miss the live show, you can listen to archived shows at any time.
FFP: What new projects are on the horizon for you?
Jami: I’m so glad you asked this question! My debut album, “Purple Skies,” is being released on August 20,2008. Stay tuned to www.myspace.com/jamitempleton for more details, and to find out where you can get your copy, even before the official release! I’m really excited about this project, and I hope you all like it!
FFP: Do you think that blogs and social networking has helped or hurt the plus size community?
Jami: I definitely think they have helped raise awareness and put shame to rest. They give a voice to those of us who may not have had a voice before, and send the message that you can be beautiful at any size. And to me, that’s a fabulous message!
FFP: What is one thing that you dream of seeing come to life?
Jami: I dream of a world free from oppression of any kind. Where no matter what country you were born in, the color of your skin, or the size of your waist line, you can truly be whatever you want to be. There will be education for all, and all basic needs will be met. It amazes me that in some countries they don’t even have clean water to drink, and women are not aloud to leave the house without covering themselves from head to toe! I couldn’t handle it. I feel so blessed to have been born into the country and time that I was. I want the rest of the world to know the freedoms we take for granted. Worldwide freedom is my dream.
FFP: Where do you see the plus size fashion industry in five years?
Jami: Absolutely booming.
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