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Posted by matt Fri Dec 22, 2006 19:01:51 PST
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0 responses 26 comments 12-20-06, Bakersfield, CA

Miss Bakersfield 2007 Tiffany Allen is ready to talk.

Recently seen in the latest Bakersfield Girl calendar for 2007, produced by Valdophye Photography, Allen was identified as the newly crowned Miss Bakersfield 2007.

“This is the worst decision I’ve ever made in my life,” said Allen, 20, regarding the newly released calendar, unveiled to the public at Capistrano’s restaurant, on Wednesday, December 20th, “I wish I would have never done it.”

Bakotopia had made numerous attempts at reaching Allen to comment on the situation before the original story was posted, but it was only until today, that she felt comfortable talking about it.

“This whole thing is being blown out of proportion,” said the noticeably emotional Allen, speaking via her cell phone.

According to a previous Bakotopia interview with Gayle Tape, Executive Director of the Miss Bakersfield Pageant, Allen’s appearance in the calendar is not grounds for expulsion from the organization. Allen quickly backed those claims.

“When I signed the contract to be Miss Bakersfield, there was no clause that stated I couldn’t model,” said Allen “Gayle (Tape,) is aware of that, and has not given me a hard time about this,” but adds that, “She’s just upset with me.”

According to Allen, the photo session for the Bakersfield Girls calendar was done before the pageant, during the months of August and September, earlier this year.

“I knew they were not going to be nude, and I was okay with doing it,” she said, “My family was also okay with doing the calendar, as long as I wasn’t nude.”

For many lovely young women like Allen, the idea of posing for a sexy calendar is not uncommon. Pin-up model popularity and sales of men’s magazine continue to grow every year, with new faces being approached daily to pose.

“When I was originally approached to do the calendar,” said Allen, “I was told it was going to be a Victoria’s Secret themed shoot, with angel wings, but we would be wearing long boy shorts in the pictures.”

But upon inspection of the calendar, there are more than just wings. Models are shown in a variety of erotic poses, some with more clothes than others, but similar to pictures found in the locker or bedroom of a college dormitory.

As of this time, Allen’s family was unaware of any controversy surrounding the photos, and her title, but she does plan on telling them.

Aware there may be a chance of the word getting out after the recent scandal in the Miss USA and Miss Nevada pageants, Allen still had no idea the calendar would affect her life.
 
“I keep getting associated with (former Miss America) Vanessa Williams,” she said, “She was in Penthouse, but I’m not.”

Actively participating in the local pageant the past four years, Allen feels disappointed for possibly ending her chances at being eligible to enter the state and national level pageants if she ever chooses to do so, because of the calendar.

“I’ve worked at this for four years, and now it’s a big mess,” she said, “I didn’t think of it as a bad decision.”

A few days after the calendar’s unveiling, Allen approached Valdovinos and Valdophye about getting a copy of the contract for her own records.

“He (Valdovinos,) wouldn’t give me a copy of the contract,” she said.

Valdovinos could not be reached for comment.

During her reign as Miss Bakersfield in 2007, Allen will be making appearances throughout the city. At each appearance, title holders are asked to choose a cause to speak on behalf of. Organ donation had been Allen’s platform of choice, but after recent developments, she’s opted for something different to speak about.

“I’d like to visit local elementary and junior high schools, and talk to kids, warning them about the decisions they make,” she said, “I regret doing the calendar, and I want to remind kids about making the right choices in life.”

Now disassociated with the calendar, Allen is currently looking for a replacement to step into her shoes as a Bakersfield Girl model for upcoming promotional appearances.

“I was told that if I can’t make it to an event, I need to find a replacement,” she said

Looking to leave this all behind her, Allen remains optimistic about being Miss Bakersfield.

“I just want to make myself a better person.”

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Comment From: thenovelist

So now the kid is saving face: total damage control. Smart move. I wonder how many folks advised her to call Bakotopia, the very entity who exposed... oops, I mean uncovered. oops again... her tintillating story. Yet here's a message from the mouth of Miss Bakersfield: “This is the worst decision I’ve ever made in my life.” Maybe she learned something after all, that smut calendars are just attention-getting devices to build a fanbase of male-dominated audiences seeking to do what with these calendars? Tastefully decorate their conservative Bakersfield homes? Come on, be real. If Miss Bakersfield is wise, she'll ride her Christmas talk of the town fame to new popularity. No need to cry about it. Just have fun and slap it on her resume and move on. We all make mistakes. Comment From: Chase

Now seriously: I am confused at the disparity between how men and women view the modeling industry. There is something to it that people either don't want to openly admit, or they themselves aren't aware of. Either way, I'm continually intrigued by the industry and the relationship with the consumer base. One of these days I'm going to figure out this complex delimma of social motives. Comment From: Chase

I just deleted a former comment, but just to let you all know, it was effin funny. Comment From: thenovelist

Just admit that bare naked poses are sexual. C'mon Chase. You can admit it. I can. Doesn't matter if you're male or female. Showing off sexy skin on models is sexual--wets the imagination. Doesn't sex sell in American society? ...oh, and Snack foods... Baywatch, violence in films, yeah, and those Bakersfield Calendar Girls. Sell sell sell. Not that any of those are bad (except for snack foods adding to my not-so-lean mid section). Modeling to promote products, modeling to promote individuals, modeling to promote naughty imagery... it's all to sell something. A product is developed, people want to sell the product, in this case, calendars through tintillating imagery. I guess goldfish of the month wasn't a hot enough ticket item. But naughty near nipplage was. Nipplage should be a word. It could sell. You might buy one. Comment From: thenovelist

I saw your comment poking fun at "Slap it on her resume," saying "It set itself up." :) Comment From: thenovelist

Why do I feel like we're sort of having a conversation while everyone else is whispering in the background about those goofballs, N.L. and Chase?? Comment From: Chase

Hah. I'm not debating the effect showin some skin has, I was referring to the moral and psychological impact that it has on our society and the way we can resolve it (and thats not saying it must be done away with, at this point I dont know). And yes, they all silently mock us. Well go ahead and laugh it up! What? Not as funny now that we're calling you out? Well then... I guess. Yeah. Awkward. I'm just gonna...go...check the stove...left it on ... Comment From: thenovelist

The moral and psychological impact on society? You have to ask? Just ask Matt Munoz. He was the first one with a calendar and he's going to play the sax tonight all cross-eyed. By the way, Matt is sitting in with Black Dog tomorrow from 4-6PM at the Empty Space Theatre to perform some cool alt country tunes... (Black Dog: Lando from Dirty Spanglish on guitar and Jordo with his black violin) That's a cheap plug for my kids! Yeah! Don't burn your house down. Now I'm off to Fishlips to see if Matt has a calendar in his back pocket. Comment From: twinkie

Just admit it. You guys just sat here and thought up things to comment so you could stare at the picture all night. ha Comment From: Chase

Hey! We can't see the picture while we're typing comments! Take that! I dont need to justify myself! Haha Comment From: thenovelist

Twinkie's just jealous because there's no Bakersfield male rock star calendar with Matt Munoz, Jonathan Davis and Kenny Mount in tightie Whities... Comment From: Chase

Thats why I'm still upset... oh by the way, heard that the upcoming idle revolution shows on the 2nd at the Dome and the 6th at SilverFox Bar are going to be awesome... just thought Id mention that. Comment From: twinkie

Now there is a scary thought. Comment From: Chase

234 Views from us commenting. Haha. So does anyone know what is good to do at under 21 on the weekends. I really need to get out and network. I need to meet some new people. And next semester is going to be a hellish 6 class/ 1 lab death party so I do plan on 'living it up'. Comment From: thenovelist

I hear 7-11s are the happening underage places to hang out. But beware the nachos... Comment From: thenovelist

By the way, I just want to quote miss Bakersfield right now... “I just want to make myself a better person.” Comment From: twinkie

There was an artshow this afternoon. I think there was music too. This new band called Black Dog. If I wasn't so sick I would have went to it. Speaking of the Empty Space Theatre, there's always some sort of play going on late night. 7-11 n.l.? Now you're giving away your secret hangouts. Comment From: Chase

Yeah, I've been to a couple plays (Mr. Munoz's premier included) and I've been meaning to check out the Improv show thats every saturday at 6, but here I am remembering and its 7:30. Its puto! Comment From: teemartinproject

wow your a total babe and thats bullshit.! hey wanna be in our video.!! 661 623 1617 ask for tee Comment From: thenovelist

Matt won't let me live it down that I haven't been in a play. He's a punk. Black Dog rocked. You all missed out. I'll be posting a video shortly.Yeah, those Calendar girls would fit in Bakersfield's Krotch videos. Scary. No offense Terrence and Preston. They know their songs and videos are purposely over the top and sleazy... Comment From: woofwoof

She helped sell a few more magazines buy crying about what she did,,HELLO !! She knew what she was wearing,did she think the guy was going to do,,NOT USE THE BEST PICS that would sell the most calenders? Come on he is in it for the money not art:) In fact I went to high school with him and knew him back when he was just a manager for Dominos pizza in Delano,, so he isnt a bad person. She then said he made me go promote the calender ,,YA SHE SIGNED A CONTRACT and this was her 4th time running for the pagent,,she knew this pagent was going to come up,,BITE THE BULLET AND MOVE ON! Remember when Vanessa Williams had her scandel,, can we remember all the others that won ? nope not I said baby bear,but I still know her,, Comment From: CalendarGirlMommy2007

Hey thenovelist, about your comment "Just ask Matt Munoz. He was the first one with a calendar..." tsk tsk, he wasn't the first one with a calendar after all, was he?!!! He was too busy shooting photos giving me a head start to the front of the line! Keep up the good work giving our ladies a chance to speak out. Comment From: brittany

i hate how u guys all talk carp about this girl u all need to get lives she is beatiful and i dont think she did anything wrong Comment From: twinkie

Britney... nobody thinks she did anything wrong. SHE thinks she did something wrong. I think that is what this article was about. SHE is regretting what she did. SHE is ashamed of it. SHE thinks it was a bad judgment call. Comment From: hecticfilms

sHE CAN STRIKE BACK AT US ANYTIME! SO MISS BAKERSFIELD DO YOU LIKE MOVIES? Comment From: NicoleAllen

12-20-06, Bakersfield, CA Miss Bakersfield 2007 Tiffany Allen is an amazing young lady!! Tiffany....You have done so well for yourself. Take any criticism as a boost of confidence. If they didnt have you to gossip about, what would be the topic of discussion!? I love you little sister and I support everything you do! Nicole