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MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 76 41MOSTMAGAZINEMOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 75THE UNSTOPPABLE FORCE TAKING OVER HOLLYWOODFrom gracing the covers of top fashion magazines to stealing the show on reality TV, Celisa %u201cCJ%u201d Franco is proving that beauty, brains, and bold humor are the ultimate power combo. A model, actress, comedian, and pop culture personality, CJ has captured the attention of audiences worldwide with her signature mix of irreverent wit, high-fashion glam, and unapologetic authenticity.With a fast-growing fan base of over half a million followers, CJ%u2019s influence extends far beyond the runway. Her striking presence has landed her coveted covers on Swagger and Lifestyle Magazine, along with high-profile features in Vogue, Sports Illustrated, and GQ. As a trendsetter and tastemaker, she has collaborated with global brands like Guess, Tinder, and Starburst, while also making waves in the fashion world with partnerships such as Haus of Pinklemonaid.But CJ is more than just a model%u2014she%u2019s a comedy powerhouse. Her big break came at the iconic Hollywood Comedy Store, where she made her debut in the %u201cPretty Funny Women%u201d showcase in 2018. Her sharp, observational humor%u2014often inspired by her unique upbringing with a gay father and straight mother%u2014resonated with audiences, earning her millions of views online. Since then, she has performed at top comedy venues across Los Angeles, New York City, and Miami, sharing the stage with national headliners. She even starred in the %u201cModels of Comedy%u201d red carpet gala, alongside Eugenia Kuzmina, Charlotte McKinney, and Jiaoying Summers.CJ skyrocketed to household-name status in 2021 when she was cast in the first season of HBO Max%u2019s FBoy Island%u2014a role that showcased not only her beauty but her razor-sharp comebacks and effortless comedic timing. As Vulture put it, %u201cShe stole [FBoy Island%u2019s] first season with wit, sharp comebacks to douchey men, and above all, blunt honesty.%u201d The show%u2019s success led to global syndication, with spinoffs in six countries and a dedicated fanbase that couldn%u2019t get enough of her. She later made a surprise cameo on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and continues to shine among reality TV%u2019s elite, most recently starring in Amazon Freevee%u2019s The GOAT, which premiered on May 9, 2024.Beyond reality TV, CJ is honing her craft as an actress, training with Hollywood%u2019s finest, including legendary coach Howard Fine. She has even worked alongside the industry pros who trained Will Smith and Keanu Reeves, mastering the art of fight choreography%u2014because, let%u2019s be honest, CJ doesn%u2019t just play by the rules, she rewrites them.When she%u2019s not owning the spotlight, you can find CJ indulging in her favorite guilty pleasures: photo shoots with her pint-sized pups, Milo and Mango, mastering action sequences, and, of course, full-bottle wine tastings.With an ever-expanding portfolio of film, television, fashion, and comedy projects, CJ Franco is a force to be reckoned with%u2014unfiltered, unapologetic, and undeniably unforgettable.IG@CJFRANCO