Your story inspires me to follow my heart and never give up. By making this post I hope it inspires others.
Warmest Regards,
Jazmyn Gilliard
You really need to know Fonzworth Bentley. Every time I need inspiration I read a refreshing article about him in Giant Mag (written by Emil Wilbekin). The article basically gives you a run down on his life.
Perhaps the most inspiring part of the article was when he explained his persistence. From networking throughout NYC he met Diddy. Eventually Diddy gave Bentley the number to his two way pager (THROW BACK lol), but Bentley didn't utilize the contact right away. When Diddy was going through the trial from the 1999 shooting Bentley would send him Bible verses and Puff would always respond Thank You.
On a day he was sent home early from his restaurant gig for being late, (Bentley) knew he couldn't go back. "I two way'd Puff: I know you're busy, but I need to talk to you.' And he said,'Who is this?' And I said.'This is Derek.' He said, 'Where are you?' I said, '73rd and 3rd.' 'Who is this?' (I) sent the following: "You remember the guy that traveled to New York City? The intern with Andre Harrell? I'm that guy- 2001. Please don't make me go back to work on Monday at the restaurant." Combs replied to meet him at 9:30pm that evening. - Emil Wilbekin
For a young snapper like myself that is one hell of a story! His story drives me to bang on the door until someone answers.
-He has a degree in biology
-While in college Bill Cosby became his mentor
-Before being Diddy's assistant he worked at Ralph Lauren's Manhattan flagship
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