The Italian-American actor, fashion model, spokesperson and ’80s & ’90s icon discusses his final day on Earth…
Ciao, Fabio. How do you want to leave this world?
I want to die at an old age, immediately after making love to a beautiful woman.
Naturally. What’s your last meal and why?
A woman’s private region. Why not?
OK, sure. Are you going to Heaven or Hell?
I try to be a good person and would hope for Heaven.
What do you say to God when you get there?
Thank you for the beautiful adventure.
If you could say anything to the goose that flew into your face on the Apollo’s Chariot roller coaster in 1999, what would it be?
Duck! And, for the record, the goose didn’t hit me – it hit the camera mounting on the front of the ride shearing a piece of metal which hit me in the face. The theme park never released the video tape. They just said the goose hit me which would make it an “act of God” and would release them from liability rather than face a lawsuit as to whether the camera was properly mounted or not.
During your time on Earth what was the weirdest experience with your hair?
Early in my career a stylist wanted to dye my hair orange for a shoot. I put a stop to that immediately. Also, growing up in Italy, they had mandatory military service. So when I was 17 the army gave me a buzz cut.
What would be your parting advice be to the men who are looking to have hair as good as yours?
Firstly, use Aston James hair products – I helped to design them, so you know they are good. Also, use conditioner sparingly as too much will make your hair greasy and flat. Your diet will also play a role in your hair health. A diet rich in protein, greens and antioxidant is a good recipe for good hair – I supplement with Biotin, which is great. And maintain your trimming and clipping appointments to keep your hair in great shape.
Will you take your hair to the grave or donate it to a science or a museum?
I would be happy to donate it, but more likely whatever is on me at the time is coming with me.
To whom on Earth do you owe an apology?
An ex-girlfriend. We were deeply in love but I wasn‘t ready to get married at that time. I did something stupid and hurt her deeply.
What are your friends saying over your casket?
“Damn, he still looks good.”
What would that goose be saying over your casket?
That goose didn’t make it, but his descendants might be thinking, “Damn, he still looks good”.
What’s written on your tombstone?
“He had a lot of fun.”
And your final words before you die?
Thanks for the great ride! ■
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Interview By SANTI PINTADO
Photographed by CURTIS DAHL
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