Cover Story

Exposing Charlie
A Sheer Delight
By Jason Rodriguez

“If you got it, flaunt it”—that’s what Charlie, the new face of Expose Underwear, says. Expose is the new barely-there line of sporty and stylishly revealing briefs. The Colombian brand is launching this month in the USA and is already causing

quite a stir, but not only for their high quality, comfortable gear; The dreamboat model wearing the exposing briefs is making men pay attention. If Charlie’s willing to expose, men are willing to take notice.

How did you get into modeling?
CHARLIE: I was shopping at the mall and a model scout handed me his business card. 

How did you know he was from a legit agency?
I did my homework. I Googled the agency and learned he had all the top guys.

Did you begin working immediately?
The first day I walked into the agency, he sent me on a casting call and I got the gig! 

How did you land the Expose Underwear campaign?
The same way I’ve gotten most of my jobs. I dropped my pants.

You’re not shy, are you?
You can’t be shy in this business. What I’m selling is my body—well, not in that way. [Laughs] You know what I mean!

You probably have to be super confident to be the face and body of a brief called Expose.
[Laughs] I guess you do. Some of the briefs don’t leave much to the imagination.
The sheer briefs expose, well, everything.
They’re actually my favorite. They feel so good.

Would you feel comfortable wearing the sheer briefs at the gym?
Sure, that’s what the brand is all about. It’s about having the confidence to let it all hang out. It’s your body—you should be proud of it.

You don’t feel sheer is better left for the bedroom?
[Laughs] They’re not edible, or leather, or kinky in any way. They are classy and sophisticated. Sure, they’re great for when you want to get intimate, but they don’t need to be limited to the bedroom.

Have you always modeled underwear or did you ever actually wear clothes on the runway?
I’ve done some fashion modeling, but 99 percent of my modeling gigs have been for briefs. I guess I look better out of clothes. [Laughs]

Are you naturally that smooth? 
I’m naturally smooth but I do have some hair. Nair is like my Amex card. I never leave home without it.

Are you a believer in 'manscaping' (keeping your nether regions clipped and clean)?
Absolutely. There was a brief period about two years ago when models were asked not to manscape, but that fad has thankfully ended. Clipped and clean is back in.

Are you just a model or are you a model who wants to be an actor or some other career, using modeling as a way to support yourself while you go to school?
I know where my talent lies. I know how to rock a pair of briefs. I can’t act or sing and I’m not going to learn. I think when the modeling ends, I’ll use the money I have made to get into real estate or some other investment career.

Have you made a lot of money?
I’ve done pretty well so far. I’m saving every penny.

Does it cost a lot of money to keep your body looking in top shape?
No, I just log in a lot of hours at the gym. I don’t go out that much either and when I do, I usually won’t have more than one drink.

How many times a day do you get hit on?
Truthfully, I don’t get hit on that much. 

Do you think you intimidate guys?
I honestly don’t know. I try to be approachable. I think my height may be intimidating, or maybe it’s a turn off to most gay guys. I’m 6’1”,  which I don’t think is that tall, but when I’m in a bar, I feel like I’m looking over most guys’ heads.

How many times do you accept a date?
I can’t remember the last time anyone has asked. I usually have to make the first move.

Are you single or 'married'?
Single, single, single.

Are you looking to settle down?
I travel a lot with my work. It would be so nice to have someone special to come home to.

Describe your perfect guy.
Smart, nice, ambitious, confident ... someone who is real. I think my biggest turn off is a guy who pretends to be someone he’s not.

Phonies are the worst.
Exactly. I find a lot of guys to be superficial. Everyone wants to pretend they’re living the Sex and the City life. 

Are you a Carrie Bradshaw?
No, I’m none of the girls. I’m more like the furniture artist she dated.

Aidan?
Yeah, the laid back, comfortable guy.

What celebrity would you drop your Expose drawers for?
Matt Lauer.

Matt Lauer?
[Laughs] I think he’s pretty sexy. 

Matt Lauer??
C’mon, it’s not like I said Al Roker.

What's your best feature?
My legs.

If you could change anything about yourself what would it be?
I always wanted blue eyes.

When lounging at home, do you wear boxers or briefs?
Briefs, for sure. The smaller the better. In addition to boxer briefs, Expose are available in regular briefs and low rise. I prefer the low rise.

As the face of Expose, do you get tons of free underwear?
Yes! That’s one of the best parts. You should see my underwear drawer!

Are you allowed to wear other brands?
No, I’m contractually obligated to only wear Expose.

What would happen if someone snapped a picture of you in another brief?
It would never happen. I’m an Expose man. [Laughs] They own me.

Hmmm … you’re dirty.
Nah, I’m just playful.

What's your porn name? (Combine the name of your first pet and the street you grew up on.)
Skippy Corn Court.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Ten years? I have no idea. If you had asked me ten years ago where I’d be today, I never would have guessed here. Who knows where life will take you?

You’re smart to be saving your coins…
Mama always told me to prepare for tomorrow, but I live for today.

See more of Charlie (lots more!) at ExposeUnderwear.com