08/17/2005
Exclusive Preview: Survivor Palau's Jeff Wilson
I'm fully aware that National Underwear Day is done and over, but, actually, we're celebrating it again today. I'm happy to be the first to share these photos of Survivor Palau's Jeff Wilson. I'm sorry to have missed the first half of the Palau season because I obviously missed a contestant worth watching. Jeff was fifth to be voted off the island after an ankle injury but he obviously didn't let the loss get him down. Friend of Towleroad Lewis Payton took the following photos, which are from the upcoming issue of Australia's DNA magazine.
Lewis had this to say about the shoot:
"I saw Jeff Wilson on Survivor and he immediately grabbed my attention. Obviously he's extremely good looking, but there was something very engaging and sincere about him. Jeff Probst (host of Survivor) said Wilson is 'like a light in a room, he energizes everyone and makes you smile.' This perfectly describes our shoot experience. Jeff is quirky, complex, generous of spirit and simply the most up and at 'em guy I've ever met. I've never laughed so much in a shoot and I was genuinely sad when we were done.
If he ever decided to pursue acting, I truly believe he'd be a star. But at this point in his life, he seems focused on having a good time with his buddies in Ventura and becoming a firefighter. Which, in a world where it feels like everyone wants to be famous, I think is great. Jeff is gracing the cover of DNA's annual Sexiest Men Alive issue, out Sept 1 (later in US/Europe)."
Enjoy the pics and click these two for larger versions...
For more on Lewis, visit his website and for more on DNA you can visit them here. The tribe has spoken. (sorry, couldn't help myself)
>>PHOTOS MAY NOT BE REPUBLISHED WITHOUT PERMISSION<<
Posted 9:15 AM EST by Andy Towle in Fashion Men, Photography, Print Media | Permalink
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Everyday should be National Underwear Day... and a little speedo is not a bad idea either!
Posted by: Senhor Made In Brazil | Aug 17, 2005 9:29:20 AM
Um... wow...
Posted by: Brian | Aug 17, 2005 9:29:55 AM
thanks for the great pics Mr Towle, but is it possible that non-white hotties can be featured on your wonderful blog once in a while too? merci.
Posted by: weslayan | Aug 17, 2005 9:33:39 AM
Weslayan
Hear hear! One up for diversity.
Posted by: butch | Aug 17, 2005 9:40:02 AM
Hey guys, I'm totally up for that. If someone wants to offer me an exclusive shoot featuring hot Asian, black, or Latino guys please email me. But beggars can't be choosers. Right now, I'm just publishing what I am offered. I prefer to showcase work that hasn't been seen before. So, I hope you enjoy it.
Posted by: andy | Aug 17, 2005 9:50:01 AM
Once again without knowing the facts the critics come out. Can't we just enjoy the hot guy without the politics. And he is a hot guy!
Posted by: Donald | Aug 17, 2005 9:53:14 AM
Donald
I don't think anyone is being unduly critical here. No one is doubting that Jeff Wilson *is* a hottie and for that, one is ever grateful to Andy for posting these original never-seen-before pics. However, I also think it's reasonable to hope for a more diverse representation of hot men. One's reach must exceed one's grasp, or what is Towleroad for? :)
Posted by: sam | Aug 17, 2005 10:09:44 AM
Delicious. Thanks Andy!
Posted by: jase | Aug 17, 2005 10:32:08 AM
My point was why does everything have to be made into some political statement.
I am a political junky. I have an unused college degree to support that. But, jeez can't we just look at a hot guy and enjoy him without making a statement about what it is lacking and not for the appreciation of what he is. A hot guy.
Sam you are correct no one was being critical, I apologise for jumping to that assumption and I note your point about reaching.
Posted by: Donald | Aug 17, 2005 10:33:18 AM
Yes, a true hottie. I agree with th diversity remarks, how 'bout some body hair? Woof!!
Posted by: timothy | Aug 17, 2005 10:40:29 AM
he looks like a beef-up matt damon, especially in the last shot.
Posted by: juan | Aug 17, 2005 10:45:11 AM
OMG...He is great! Soooo sexy!!!!
Posted by: Roy | Aug 17, 2005 10:49:19 AM
oh great, another straight guy for us all to get ourselves worked up into a lather over.
No thanks.
Posted by: Steve | Aug 17, 2005 10:51:38 AM
Jeff is for sure one of the most beautiful men in the world. He should do a calendar with just himself. The top photo with the underwear is my favorite. Regarding the last picture I hope Jeff can bring the Speedo back into fashion. It's so disappointing to go to the beach (I live in Ft Lauderdale)and see a good looking man in those really long swim trunks.
Can you get a link for more info on Jeff. Like who is he dating, what is his exercise routine, etc etc ...
Posted by: Iceman | Aug 17, 2005 10:53:32 AM
omg that's just simply devine
Posted by: William | Aug 17, 2005 11:17:00 AM
oh btw, enjoyed your article in DNA
Posted by: William | Aug 17, 2005 11:19:49 AM
I was just looking at Survivor pictures of Jeff last night while browsing through some of my photos. I wondered what he was doing...
Thanks for answering my question!
Posted by: Rob | Aug 17, 2005 11:37:54 AM
Okay, Andy.. you can't post ever again. I want that picture as the first thing I see every morning! :)
Posted by: Darren | Aug 17, 2005 11:41:12 AM
That boy has beefed way up since Survivor. But it still don't work for me - all I can envision when I view these pix is his incessant whining on Palau about his poor, sprained ankle.
Posted by: Ozone Dude | Aug 17, 2005 1:07:28 PM
when jeff was voted out of survivor palau i was really disappointed. he was the hottest guy on the whole show and was the most interesting. i really enjoyed every time he was on the screen.
thanks andy and lewis for promoting such a hottie :-) really made my day seeing these photos
Posted by: Ronald | Aug 17, 2005 1:22:22 PM
Signature style or ennui reminder? One knew immediately it was a Payton photo: the full lighting, the ripped abs, the cheerful smile, the distant and slightly muffled sexuality, the almost anime sheen to the flesh. Photos that reveal little about the model other than a clearly obessive diet, beautiful, no doubt, yet caged in the wilderness of nothingness. How lovely to get lost in that wilderness.
Posted by: rexless | Aug 17, 2005 1:22:59 PM
Great eye candy. More more!
Posted by: hideki72 | Aug 17, 2005 1:41:10 PM
Mmmmmmmmmmm... Matthew Fox...
Posted by: homersimpson@drool.com | Aug 17, 2005 1:41:26 PM
Nope, not my cup of tea. Don't like guys with lines all over them.
Muscle stocky is hot though.
Posted by: Damon | Aug 17, 2005 2:01:31 PM
I went to the Payton website and despite the treasure trove of young beauties, I was struck by the TOTAL lack of diversity....I dare say there is not one black, asian, or latin for that matter. While it must be heaven to photograph your type over and over again, as an artist, surely one can see the beauty in all men. It would be great to see what Mr Payton would do with men other than the lean, muscled white men that pervade his website.
Posted by: art | Aug 17, 2005 2:38:41 PM