Coverboy: William L.
Moving to Fairfax from Maine when he was 11, William had a hard time adjusting. Eventually, however, he stopped adapting and started making changes – like the gay-straight alliance he started in high school. And it says something for metro D.C. that after high school, he tried on L.A. for size and even did some time at the Maine College of Art, yet still found his way back. ”For fun, I’ll go hiking in Shenandoah with my friends,” says the 26-year-old. “I think I’ll be around for a while. I like the area.” He’s also got that manager’s job at CVS and a boyfriend of three years to keep him grounded. When he wants to let loose, the only club for William is Town, where he once worked.
What’s on your nightstand?
A book, Ender’s Game, and a Star Wars action figure.
Coverboy: William
Which one?
Boba Fett.
In the original packaging?
No, I play with them. They’re worth nothing, but they’re a lot of fun.
What’s in your nightstand drawer?
Paycheck stubs.
Where do you keep the condoms and lube?
In my sock drawer.
What are your television favorites?
Battlestar Galactica, Grey’s Anatomy and South Park.
What was your favorite cartoon when you were a kid?
I watched James Bond Jr. and Conan the Adventurer.
What superhero would you be?
Archangel from X-Men. I had a pretty huge crush on him when I was a kid.
Who’s your greatest influence?
My best friend, Alex. She’s very much a doer.
What’s your greatest fear?
I’m most afraid of dying before I get to tell the people I love how I feel about them. That’s from watching too much Grey’s Anatomy.
Pick three people, living or dead, who you think would make the most fascinating dinner guests imaginable.
Drew Barrymore, Thomas Jane and Mika.
What would you serve?
”Cheese dreams.” It’s like French toast, but with American cheese – and butter and syrup. Sounds weird, but it’s one of the best things you’ll ever eat. I think my grandma made them up.
How would you describe your dream guy?
I found him. He’s a tall Italian. Beautiful eyes, great sense of humor, plays video games.
Define good in bed.
If your legs are shaking so bad afterward that you can’t get up for a little while.
Who should star in a movie about your life?
Justin Timberlake. Or Alan Cumming from 15 years ago.
Who was your first celebrity crush?
Jonathan Taylor Thomas.
Who gets on your nerves?
People trying to use expired or photocopied coupons in my store. And Sarah Palin.
If your home was burning, what’s the first thing you’d grab while leaving?
My Xbox. My hard drive is in there.
What’s your biggest turn-on?
Waking up to a blowjob.
What’s your biggest turn-off?
People who are mean for no reason.
What’s something you’ve always wanted to do but haven’t yet tried?
Scuba diving or bungee jumping.
What’s something you’ve tried that you never want to do again?
Beaver. As in the actual animal.
How’d it taste?
A little like beef.
Boxers, briefs or other?
Trunks.
Who’s your favorite musical artist?
Tori Amos or Meatloaf.
What’s your favorite website?
Either IGM.com or Galactic Hunter.
What’s the most unusual place you’ve had sex?
On a Fairfax battleground at nighttime. We were driving home and we couldn’t wait.
What position do you play in the big baseball game of life?
Depends on the day.
What’s your favorite retail store?
I really love H&M. All their clothes fit me.
What’s the most you’ll spend on a haircut?
$20.
What about on shoes?
Probably $100.
What’s your favorite food to splurge with?
My mother’s cookies. Chocolate chip or M&M.
What’s your favorite season?
I think every season is my favorite season when it starts. You’re just so excited for something new.
What kind of animal would you be?
A lemur.
What kind of plant would you be?
A sweet william, of course.
What kind of car would you be?
An old, beat-up sort of car.
Do you have a car?
No. I walk or bike. I save a lot of money and it keeps me from getting fat.
What are you most grateful for?
My family and friends.
What’s something you want more of?
Time.
State your life philosophy in 10 words or less.
”Truth is just as much an aphrodisiac as fantasy.” It’s from The Velocity of Gary, the first gay movie I saw.
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