Today we’d like to introduce you to Cindy Kennedy-Gomez.
Hi Cindy, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
As a little girl, I couldn’t wait to get home and turn on the TV. Cartoons were obviously my favorite as a kid but I was also fascinated with TV shows, telenovelas (soap operas- in Spanish), the news and talk shows lol. I was pretty obsessed with how they made these shows come to life and connect with not only a live audience but through our screens at home. People on TV always seemed to have the picture-perfect life one can only dream about. No matter what they were doing, selling or talking about… one could relate! Then I questioned how can I be one of them? How can I connect with people and make a difference just like these people on TV are doing for me? So I did some research and quickly found an acting school/talent agency. My parents made an appointment for me to audition in front of an agent one day after school. I took photos and played a couple of roles they requested and I was in! It was the best day of my life. Soon after, my mom would take me to auditions but shortly after the school closed permanently. As a kid, I felt like my world was over and knew that things happened for a reason. But I knew deep down inside that one day, I would again try to do it again.
As a young adult, I would think about the dream I had as a kid. Especially when the famous question was asked: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I knew I wanted to connect with people in a unique way. By this time, I was still living under my parent’s roof but I was working and trying to find myself. I got the urge to seek out the entertainment industry again because it kept calling my name throughout the years. At the time, modeling was huge. I am not tall to be a fashion model on the runway but you can say it was kind of the beginning of a new era.. it was the pre-influencer phase. Girls would model a clothing online through “myspace” and people would buy. So I reached out to different clothing businesses and got lucky with someone who helped me pave a way for myself! I modeled her clothes and shortly after my debut, I started getting contacted by other businesses who wanted me to model for them. The modeling I did at the time was 1920’s-1950’s pin-up era. I make a name for myself in the pin-up world. Shortly after the same person that helped me created her own media and asked if I could co-host a show for her. That was my first taste into the hosting world! I had so much fun meeting, talking and connecting with people! I helped tell/share their stories and it made such a huge impact in their lives as well as mine! It was amazing!
While in the process, I had just had my firstborn son. It became very challenging for me to be a full-time mommy especially because I wasn’t ready to be a mom. So between my child, a full-time job and doing my modeling/hosting on the side I broke down and put myself aside because it wasn’t about me anymore. Once again, I told myself I will get back into this life again; once my son was older. Shortly after, I welcomed a daughter as well.
Fast forward to years later, I was back in the industry. Only this time, I wasn’t as young as I once was and the opportunities were very limited. I switched directions from modeling to hosting… and started school At the Academy of TV Production and Broadcasting. A couple of months into school, I learned so much from what I would say is one of the best Instructors ever!! Another instructor at the same school asked if I could help him at an event one day. I went with him and connected/networked with others while I was there (with no intentions other than just helping him), and it took off from there. I just happened to meet the right people at the right time and place. It all happened so fast.
I graduated from school with behind-the-scenes experience to now learning more and more on-camera hosting. I am thankful for everyone who has helped me along the way.
From the outlets I’ve worked with and currently am to the wonderful hosts I’ve met along the way. I only hope to continue to learn more and more and help those around me and connect with people. And of course, to remain humble throughout this journey! I get a lot of messages on social media, via email, and on the phone about others who want to pursue this path.
I pride myself and I know I’ve answered them all and have been giving any feedback that can help them prosper in life as those who have helped me along the way. But I can’t emphasize how much this wouldn’t be possible without my family and their support. I love them all so much and I want them to know that they inspire me by just being them.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The road has not always been smooth! In fact, it was the opposite at some points along the way. I wanted to give up so many times! From childhood school closing at a moments notice to now being a mom with two kids I don’t have the same flexibility as someone with no kids. I have to arrange my life according to my kids and their needs, not the other way around. I’ve lost amazing opportunities because of it. I’ve been offered amazing jobs out-of-town, but I know I can’t because of my circumstances. It would affect me, but I knew that everything happens for a reason, so I had to learn to let it go. In this industry, most of the women are somewhat younger than me. So I feel that I have to keep up with them physically. It’s exhausting at times. But I’ve learned that I’m still booking these jobs just as I am. I really want to help others that feel the same way! I want to bring awareness to everyone. I want to help them be “the voice” for them.
I also struggle with panic attacks/anxiety.
A lot of the time, I put a lot of pressure on myself and have panic attacks in the middle of the night because I’m worried that I’m going to mess up and they aren’t going to want to work with me anymore. I wake up in cold sweats and walk around my neighborhood for hours in the middle of the night. I cry on my way home from work or sometimes on my way there because I fear I’m not as good as everyone else. At the end of the day, I’m thankful and learn from everything that I’ve been though and everyone that know or met.
When one door closes, another one opens. If not right away, eventually it will.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am a news reporter, journalist, producer, media personality and influencer. I also model every now and then.
I feel what sets me apart from others is my physical appearance because of my half-sleeved arm tattoo, my voice, my glasses and how well I could get along with others.
At first, my tattoo was a big disadvantage and would cause me to lose certain jobs. But now its my trade mark and people love it! I would hide it at first but not no more! My voice… I have a raspy distinguished voice. People know it’s me without even looking, Its kinda cool! Besides the fact that I need glasses to see from afar… it makes me look smart lol! I love them!
No matter who I work with… I always get positive feedback about my personality and how easy I am to work and get along with. Such a great feeling when people remember you and want to work with you time and time again!
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
Working for a huge media network would be one of my ultimate goals in life. It’s really difficult to get into. I’ve submitted myself time after time and still no luck. I really hope one day I could work either behind the scenes or on camera for a show, movie, news or entertainment. I know times have changed and social media is growing by the minute! I hope to really expand on these platforms and work through/with them as well!
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindy_kennedy_gomez/
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/cyn.dee.1800
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/cindy_kennedyg
- Other: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12502572/
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