Tyson Ballou


Tyson Brett Ballou is an American male model. Discovered by the modeling agency Page Parkes, he has become one of the industry's most sought-after male models.

Career

Born in Garland, Texas, he began modeling at the age of 15 years discovered by Page Parkes, appearing in magazines and shows in Texas. Later on, he began modeling in New York City under the Ford Modeling Agency, but later signed with another agency, IMG, which was instrumental in making him one of today's most successful male models.
His modeling include stints for Giorgio Armani, Versace, Exte, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Dolce and Gabbana, among others. In 2007, he shot a jeans campaign for luxury brand 7 for all Mankind, alongside Carolyn Murphy. He has fronted brands such as Jil Sander, DKNY, Hugo Boss Sport, Byblos, Moschino, Emporio Armani, Exte Acht, Samsonite, Perry Ellis, BCBG, Valentino Roma and Emporio Armani Fragrance. He has appeared in L'uomo, Vogue, Jalouse, The Face, Harper's Bazaar, Arena Homme Plus, Visionaire, Numero, and W.