The Wall

Every night, throngs of female fans flock to the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas to claw at a cast of men who tease, gyrate and strip. Among the group of Chippendales dancers is Steve Kim. He’s paid to make women believe that a martial artist or a naval officer could rock their world. That sculpted, hairless torsos do exist.

Beyond the signature cuffs and collar, Kim says he’s just an average guy with a fun night job. But having one of the few Asian faces in a traditionally all-white Chippendales cast makes Kim stand out just a bit more than he thinks. Read more…