Before becoming a Real Housewife, Joanna was busy
conquering the fashion industry for over 13 years and has appeared in over 120
magazine covers worldwide... and still counting. Joanna is a big animal rights
activist and also the host of Poland
iRH: Hi Joanna! Welcome to iRealHousewives. How are you
today?
JK: I am ok. Going through some tough personal moments in my
life but it can only get better from here.
iRH: How old were you when you and your family move from Poland to America
JK: I was 5 years old when I moved fromWarsaw
to Chicago
JK: I was 5 years old when I moved from
iRH: Was the transition from Poland
to America
JK: My mother had $200 in her pocket so for her it was the
toughest moments in her life. I was too young to remember.
iRH: At what age did you discover your passion for modeling?
JK: I was always the child that wanted to be in front of the
camera dressing myself in my mom’s clothes and putting on her makeup. My sister
Marta and I use to always use parents camcorder to record ourselves pretending
to be models, singers dancers actors… we had quite the imagination and it’s fun
to watch them now as adults. It brings back a lot of wonderful memories.
iRH: What's your secret to remain so fit and healthy?
JK: I eat what I want but I do workout 2-4 times a day. Being
in the model world I agreed never to deprive myself from eating and being
unhealthy like most high fashion models. I was very strict about who I am and
that I won’t change and become an anorexic looking girl. I was always pretty
curvy so my calling was never being a high fashion model anyway and that’s how
I became a cover girl.
iRH: You have grazed over 120 magazine covers worldwide.
What's been some of your favorite ones so far?
JK: It’s really hard to say because there is a lot I love
ranging from Maxim, Playboy to Glamour to Ocean Drive Michigan Ave
iRH: How does it feel to be labeled as “The Sexiest Top
Model in the World"?
JK: It’s an amazing honor but I don’t take it for granted as
there are many gorgeous women in the world but I am very proud
iRH: What are some of your favorite fashion designers?
JK: Stella McCartney as she only uses non animal fabrics.
She’s an amazing woman and all designers should use her as a role model.
iRH: Can you tell us more regarding your swimwear
line with Aché swimwear?
JK: I no longer work with Aché that was a few years back
when I had a few signature pieces…
iRH: Would you ever consider of doing other types of fashion or beauty lines?
JK: I have a body skin care line www.esotiq.com
which we just launched that is available in Poland
and soon in Europe, Asia and hoping the USA
iRH: Many people don't know this but you’re the host and
head judge of Poland
JK: We are about to start Season 3 and it’s been amazing and
a huge compliment since Tyra Banks hosts the American version, Heidi Klum hosts
the German version and Elle McPherson the UK version. To be in that group of
supermodels is a huge achievement and a dream to host such an amazing show and
finding girls that have the same little girls dream that I had. I love doing it
as it reminds of when I was trying to start modeling and had no clue how to
begin and here they have this once in a lifetime opportunity. And I will say
girls in Poland
iRH: How were you approached to be the host of PNTM?
JK: I was invited to Poland
iRH: When will you return back to host the 3rd Cycle of PNTM?
JK: We go back into production this December
iRH: How were you approached to be part of RHOM?
JK: A friend of mine that is a producer asked if I would
want to meet with them and of course I said yes.
iRH: Was there ever a point where you felt hesitant of joining the show?
JK: Never
iRH: Were you a fan of "The Real Housewives" series before joining?
JK: I loved watching the Beverly Hills
iRH: Do you think being so honest and speaking how you feel gets you in trouble with some of the ladies?
JK: I don’t care if it does as I will never change who I am
and I will always defend myself and those around me if I feel they are being
bullied or disrespected. I was bullied my whole life and won’t allow others to
in front of me
iRH: It's obvious you and Adriana are not the best of friends. Why do you think you two just can’t get along?
JK: Since the moment I met her she didn’t like me and
honestly I see no reason why I should even speak her name. She’s irrelevant
iRH: Were you surprised that Adriana ended up punching you
at Lisa’s event? You looked very shocked. Anything you would like to address in
regards to that fight?
JK: I was shocked and scared because my face is my work and
I was mostly concerned about her scarring my face. It would have gotten really
ugly if she did but that is why I decided to start taking jiu jitsu self
defense classes so it never happens again and if she or anyone touches me again
I’ll be ready. Her being a mother really surprised me she would stoop to that
level. As a mother she should be a better role model but I guess you can’t help
a person that’s not happy with who she is, and seems to be angry at the world
and takes it out on others. If she spent more energy on herself and her life
she would be much happier.
iRH: Karent has been getting not such positive comments from your co stars in the past few episodes. What’s your take on it?
JK: Karent hasn’t done or said anything to me or anyone that
would change my opinion of her. We are friends and I don’t care what anyone
else says.
iRH: Out of all the ladies who do you still stay in touch
with outside the show?
JK: Karent, Lea, Ana, and Lisa
iRH: You’re an animal rights activist and a supporter of PETA, Dogs for the Deaf to name a few. Where did that passion start from?
JK: I was raised to treat others like u want to be treated.
I was also raised not to hurt another living thing and always had dogs growing
up. As a person that has a heart I can’t comprehend how people are capable of
animal cruelty and abandonment. It infuriates me that I even have to fight to
be a voice for the animals as none of this should b happening especially in
2012. How can human beings take advantage of something that is voiceless and
defenseless?
iRH: Are there any other organizations or charities that you
support?
JK: I do a lot with kid’s orphanages and I do other charity
but I don’t like to speak about it all. The only reason I do speak about some
is about raising awareness but most of the times I am involved I don’t talk
about it otherwise I would need a camera crew around me all the time. I am a
very giving person but I have learned over and over by being backstab by people
close to me that I need to focus on kids and animals because they will never
betray u and are always loyal and appreciate the love and help.
iRH: I just heard the bad news of you and Romain’s break-up,
which makes me sad since you two were my favorite couple. Any plans of
reconciliation?
JK: Honestly I rather not comment
iRH: You also have done some acting. Any future acting gigs
that you can tell us?
JK: My main focus is hosting and I would love to host a big
show like Top Model eventually in America
iRH: What's new for Joanna? Any future projects you care to
share?
JK: Working on the skin care line, lingerie line and
anti-aging cream plus Top Model. I also co-host DWTS: After Show and I’m in
talks about other projects but too soon to talk about it now.
iRH: Anything you would like to say to your fans?
JK: I appreciate their loyalty and I love them all!!
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