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I hope my visits will bring more opportunities for local film, TV, and commercial work. Last summer, I spent time at IMG Academy and fell in love with golf. I’ve had the idea to co-design a women’s golf wear line for a younger generation who are taking up the sport. I’ve also created a comedy show, “Models of Comedy,” with other model-comedians, and I hope to bring it to Miami soon. Abras: As a multi-talented actress, model, and comedian, how do you manage to balance and integrate these aspects of your career? Kuzmina: I am constantly inspired to learn and grow as a person. My father, a nuclear scientist, instilled in me a thirst for knowledge and a desire to never be confined to one specific area. My career as a model has opened many doors for me and allowed me to travel and learn about different cultures, people, and communities. Acting allows me to explore different lives and perspectives, while comedy provides me with a platform to express my own voice. Balancing these careers with parenting can be challenging, but I’ve found that staying curious and sharing my experiences through my blog (www.modelmom.tv), my podcast (Modelmom on Spotify), and my book on Amazon helps me keep everything in perspective. Abras: How has your experience as a performer evolved since your first acting role? Kuzmina: My first American acting role was in the film “Likeness” alongside Elle Fanning, directed by Oscar-winning cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto and nominated for the Tribeca Film Festival. The audition was unforgettable, as I was asked to delve into the dark and vulnerable side of being a model. Although playing a model was easy for me, acting requires a different set of skills and the courage to be fully seen. It took me some time to embrace this aspect of acting, but stand-up comedy has helped me break down the fourth wall and be more vulnerable in my performances. At this stage in my career, I am excited to play a diverse range of characters, beyond just stereotypical roles. Abras: Can you share with us some of the challenges you have faced