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Emmanuel Ray wins Fashion Icon of the year award dressed in Antony Morato. Photo by See Li
Britain's First It Boy Emmanuel Ray picks up Fashion Icon of the Year award-
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Emmanuel Ray; from the slums of Sri Lanka to the salons in Mayfair!
Presenter & journalist Emmanuel Ray focuses on fashion, arts, culture and entertainment and was named Britain's First It Boy by the BBC is also known as The Working Socialite.
Emmanuel Ray has presented for the World Fashion Channel, was credited the best presenter to report on fashion by Fashion TV's UK Country Head Amanda Rudin and named the Godfather of the Fashion Industry by Hello Magazine's Emily Johnston. His ability to stand up for, defend and help those who're being used and abused in the industry and his interest in helping and promoting up & coming talent in the industry is what prompted Emily to allocate him this accollade!
Emmanuel's story of going from being a child growing up in extreme poverty in war-torn Sri Lanka to becoming a London socialite and style icon is the subject of a documentary film to be made by British film director Nirpal Bhogal. The young Emmanuel grew up in the slums and shanty towns in the outskirts of Colombo, while attending school with a scholarship, looking after his siblings and selling snacks on the beach. He was spotted by a German photographer who took pictures of him to be featured in an exhibition focused on the beauty of youth. A rather risque photo shoot (for which Emmanuel is alleged to have forged his birth certificate!) with Russian photographer Alex Bego. The rest is history!
[Emmanuel Ray's Socialite Evenings is organised by Crimson Edge Events] Some say his parties, Socialite Evenings by Emmanuel Ray are extremely difficult to get into, but we think not. Dress well, look good and you'll get in. If not, make sure you have a fat wallet! The London socialite does not host his parties at just any venue. They are hand picked, selected and presented to Emmanuel by his event organiser Ray Clark. Crimson Edge Events are reponsible for the events running as smooth as silk. We wonder how Emmanuel Ray coped before Mr. Clark stepped into the scene. After all, Mr Fabulous-All-About-Moi is enjoying his new found popularity and success by not lifting a finger to do anything.
From dining out to outfits and accessories, spa treatments ro hair & make up, Emmanuel Ray is branded from eye brows to ass! he is a walking talking advertisement and will soon be a full on publicity generating machine. Make the max out it, we say. Looks don't last forever and we find it wonderfully amusing that he remains 30 after from God knows-when! What is his secret, I hear you ask. All we know is that Emmanuel Ray visits an ayurvedic treatment centre somewhere in Kerala. Popular among Bollywood celebrities, the rich and famous, the place has been kept a secret but we will soon find out!
Diary of an It Boy, Emmanuel Ray's sassy new column is being tipped as London's answer to Sex & The City and appears in various publications both print and on line. From celebrity gossip to London life, the glittering social scene to his very own complicated life, Emmanuel Ray laid it all bare (which is nothing new to him, if the pictures from the latter part of his modeling career are anything to go by!) and did a tell-all interview on Trevor Blackman's Hot Seat on Break London Radio in March '11.
Honest and outspoken, he accepted his life was a drug orgy and alcohol ridden cess pit before he met model & designer fragrance promoter Marcel Nagajek and fell in love. The latter forced him to turn his life around, successfully battle his addiction and work towards his goal, which he has now achieved. Emmanuel Ray has been homeless twice and has attempted suicide 3 times. This does not count the 4 other near death experieces he's had and one thinks that this boy was put on earth for a reason. To entertain us, of course!
Emmanuel Ray's thirst for success and hunger for perfection keeps him going. The flamboyant socialite was offered his show on the spot, during his Break London interview. Radio producer Trevor Blackman is said to have been impressed by his charisma and on air presence and Emmanuel Ray denies swearing and yelling at a journalist who suggestively asked what he had to do to get the show!
The endless drama in Emmanuel Ray's life will see him attend Isleworth Crown Courty in London (date unknown) to give evidence in a domestic voilence case. He is said to have defended his friend (artist & sculptress) Maria Macdonald-Bell by driving away her ex boyfriend who assualted her. We are unsure of the entire story, but stay tuned for more details once we discover more!
Emmanuel Ray has discontinued his partnership with Nico Didonna and was overheard discussing the matter with fashion journalist Samar Sadullah (at London Fashion Weekend). The former model & dancer is said to be annoyed and irritated at Nico's lack of professionalism and communication and said being busy is no longer an excuse. "I have worked with, helped and promoted several designers. I always keep my word and it pisses me off when someone thinks they can waste my time and get away with it. I don't have time to be running after these people. If they want help, then they should have the courtesy to keep in touch and do the needful" is what we heard an over-animated Emmanuel Ray letting his motor mouth take over. Thankfully, the socialite seems to have cut back on swearing and drinking too much. He also refused to let us know whom he will be naming and shaming in his forthcoming columns.
Emmanuel is often known for his strict work ethic and we think he needs a vial of chill pills before he goes back to temper tantrum-land. Calm down, dear.. it's only a designer!
Emmanuel Ray was last seen at the Imperial College's RAG Fashion Show in Mayfair last night. With his floppy page boy hair cut courtesy of Adriano Spinosa from Twenty8 Beauty Soho (whom he had kept a secret until recently), dramatic gothic style make up by RMK's international make up artist Ernesto Lobera, Emmanuel looked almost reptilian in a green embroidered silk top, shiny trousers and his trademark pointy grey winkle picker shoes that belonged to his father. He said a few words on stage, flirted with his bikini-clad "friend" Jenny Hao (we wonder what's going on there?), drew out the raffle and did a kiss-and-go interview with Distract TV before retiring back into his snake pit.
Social climber, Z lister, Style Icon, DIY Celebrity are some of the names people hurl at the pretty boy's smooth golden brozed back! Needles to add, bitchy industry folk were raised properly by their parents so they wont say anything nasty to your face. Besides, who would want to risk being slapped, punched ot spat at by Emmanuel Ray. Let's not forget that this was the man who ran away from anger management and shrinks and is rumoured to have been in juvi for almost a year! The only way to deal with Emmanuel Ray is with love. But if you're attractive then watch out and keep your pants/skirts tightly done up!
Call Emmanuel Ray what you want, but there's no denying that he is fast becoming the face of modern (and multi cultural) Britain and is a self made UK success story. Emmanuel is living proof that anyone can be anything and achieve anything in life and has put the British Dream (our equivalent of the American Dream for the slow and clueless among you!) on the map!Presenter & journalist Emmanuel Ray focuses on fashion, arts, culture and... more-
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Fashionisto & socialite Emmanuel Ray named Britain's First It Boy!
A boy who grew up in extreme poverty during Sri Lanka's civil war has gone on to become Britain's First Ever It Boy!
When BBC Entertainment Correspondont Paul Conway named Emmanuel Ray Britain's First Ever It Boy, the interest that began to generate saw the former Model and Dancer become London's Hot New Socialite! The fabulous Fashion Commentator & Presenter is also referred to as The Working Socialite - for successfully merging various jobs such as Business Networking, Hosting Events etc.
Flamboyant, sexy and with a style that evokes the charm and elegance of a bygone era...Emmanuel Ray has come a long way from being a little boy who sold snacks on the beach, and being spotted by a photographer who paved the way to catwalks and lens magicians! From charity fund raisers to social causes, helping up and coming talent in fashion and entertainment to putting the spot light on struggling artist, from battling with alcohol and drugs to suicide attempts, failed marriages, and finally succeeding and achieving his goal, Emmanuel Ray has done it all.
Born and raised in in Sri Lanka, Emmanuel Ray grew up in extreme poverty during the civil war, moving from one place to another with his parents and siblings, without a permanent home. He became a Dancer at the age of 6 and performed at various events and festivals, while selling snacks on the beach and working in shops. At the age 15, a professional photographer spotted him on the beach and paved the way to a modeling career. Emmanuel went on to secure a number of photo shoots, ranging from high fashion to art and traveled extensively.
His confident strut on the catwalk, cheeky smile, and the ability to wear daring clothes that most other Asian male models in the nineties weren't comfortable in, got him instant attention. He continued dance and was known for his sensual and erotic performances reminiscent of a bygone era, mixing traditional South Asian styles with exotic Arabian routines, fetishism and fantasy. During the latter part of his modeling career, he worked on promotions for various high profile brands including Estee Lauder, Armani, Gucci, PRADA, Roberto Cavalli, MAC, Givenchy, Guerlain and Volkswagen.
He moved between Asia, the Middle East and Europe. He worked as a Life Model and also dabbled in Alternative Modeling before his career came to an end. He took a break from it all in the early naughties due to personal problems. He reappeared on the scene as a Fashion Commentator and Presenter in 2009.
Now based in London, working as a Fashion Commentator, TV Presenter, Events Host, Socialite and It Boy, Charity Fundraiser and Human Rights Activist. He is often referred to as The Working Socialite, and was referred to as Britain's First It Boy by BBC Entertainment Correspondent Paul Conway. Known for his relaxed and laid back attitude, sharp sense of style and his funny and flirtatious style of presenting, Emmanuel Ray carved a niche for himself and achieved success within a year of starting off as a Presenter & Host in London, UK.
With no formal training in broadcasting, and a slight stutter which he had developed during his childhood, Emmanuel Ray had difficulty finding representation. He met BAFTA award-winning TV Producer & Celebrity Booker Simon Wilson from Express Broadcast at a media networking event in November 2008. Impressed by his 60 second pitch at the mic, Simon took him on his book and offered to train him, officially becoming his agent in March 2009. Emmanuel's career progressed rapidly and he went on to cover a variety of events including London Fashion Week, Clothes Show Live, Ideal Home Show and various other fashion shows, celebrity parties, launch events and art exhibitions and showbiz parties. His flamboyant style, sharp wit and extroverted personality got him instantly noticed.
Emmanuel Ray regularly dispenses invaluable style advice on national radio and worldwide lifestyle channels as well as voicing his honest and sometimes critical view on a variety of topics such as fashion, celebrity, social causes, community issues etc. As a Fashion and Entertainment Presenter and Host, he puts the spot light on up & coming talent in the industry, and offers opportunities to many young people and struggling artists. His willingness to stand up for, defend and help those who're being used, abused or taken advantage of in the industry, prompted Hello Magazine columnist Emily Johnston to aptly name him the Godfather of the Fashion Industry.
Emmanuel Ray and Simon Wilson parted ways in the summer of 2010, but Emmanuel continued to play host at Simon's Black Book Media events at BBC TV Centre London and in Millennium Hotel, Mayfair for s short time. From 2009 until early 2010, Emmanuel was Master of Ceremonies of the prestigious Eccentric Club of which the patron is HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
At London Fashion Week's 25th anniversary in September 2009, Emmanuel Ray welcomed Mayor of London Boris Johnson at Somerset House, where the event took place. He was also photographed with Joan Collins in the front row at Caroline Charles' fashion show. He was photographed constantly at events during Fashion Week, at various celebrity parties, and the clothes and accessories he wore were repeatedly talked about in various fashion blogs.
Emmanuel Ray is regularly interviewed by the press and talks on many topics ranging from fashion & style to business and the importance of networking, London's glittering social scene, beauty and style on a budget, hints and tips on how to become successful in the creative sectors and also shares his personal story with his audience. He has been interviewed by the BBC, RTE Ireland, Sky, Vogue Taiwan, World Fashion Channel, Fashion TV, Brit Asia TV and various other online channels, websites and newspapers. He has received press coverage in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
At events and shows he has hosted and presented at, Emmanuel Ray has raised funds for various charities including Samaritans, SOS Children's Villages, Save the Children, Look Ahead Housing & Care, Shelter, Portugal Prints, The Arts Club's Charitable Trust and the Derbyshire Hep C Charity. He has worked with churches to help the poor and has tutored children of refugees displaced by the civil war in Sri Lanka.A boy who grew up in extreme poverty during Sri Lanka's civil war has gone on to... more-
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Britain's First It Boy Emmanuel Ray special appearance on London Underground Live Show
Juliet Stephens and Patrick Monahan interview Britain's First It Boy Emmanuel Ray on London Underground Live TV Show. Produced by Westminster University students for Kick Ass Productions. Make up & hair by Rosie Crocker. Emmanuel Ray sports a cute page boy cut and is dressed in Nara Camicie shirt and Nico Didonna jeans. He wouldn't tell me where he got those killer shoes from though. Winkle pickers in matt grey with gun metal tips. Wow!Juliet Stephens and Patrick Monahan interview Britain's First It Boy Emmanuel Ray... more-
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