By KJ Philp, March 26, 2015. Meet the other winners here.
Echo: What does being crowned Arizona Entertainer of the Year 2015 mean to you?
Ramirez: That I still have it (lol). It means I learned to step out of my box and do things I wouldn't normally do.
Echo: Describe your style as an entertainer, who are your inspirations?
Ramirez: I'm a dancer who ranges from Latin music to hip-hop and acting. My inspiration is the audience.
Echo: Any message you'd like to extend to all involved in AZEOY?
Ramirez: Shout out to both my sons, Cruz Carter and Roman Holiday, my mother who help me out and to my beautiful boyfriend, love you AJ B.
Echo: What was your favorite category and why?
Ramirez: Presentation is my favorite because you have to catch [the judges] attention in such short time.
Echo: Everyone loves talent; tell me about your performance:
Ramirez: Made Pinocchio come to life and had him dancing and acting.
Echo: What specific measures did you take to prepare for this pageant?
Ramirez: I made sure what I did was creative.
Echo: Do you think co-ed pageants offer audiences something better/different? Why?
Ramirez: Yes, different styles for different audiences.
Echo: Biggest lesson you learned through this experience?
Ramirez: Don't leave things for last minute.
Echo: Any advice for entertainers just starting out?
Ramirez: Find yourself, and what you're good at, and run with it.
