... the FACTS 

Resides: Scottsdale, AZ

Birthdate: 8-13-75

Sign: Leo

Height: 5'10"

Hair: Black

Eyes: Brown

Family: 3 Sisters, 2 older, 1 younger

Status: Never married, no children

Nonsmoker 

Education: B.S. Criminology, University of Tampa, 1997. Originally was premed and was going to be an orthopedic or neurosurgeon then changed to a quicker profession and thought he would go into law enforcement - then he won Hit The Beach contest - was on cover of the 2001 calendar and the rest is history ...

History: Was a captain in the Army until June 2000

Occupation: Actor/Fitness Model

... on HIMSELF

Craig is a man who ... "lives every day like it's his last one."

Best qualities: "Probably attitude -- it's all about the positive vibe, baby! Attitude is everything. I am a positive, outgoing, energetic person who lives every day like it's my last one - because you never know!""

Strengths: "Intelligence, sense of humor and humbleness."

Weakness: "Definitely chocolate chip cookies. And ice cream."

What I see in myself that others may not see: 
"Probably a realistic view of where I fit in this world. Most people assume that, based on my appearance, I'm conceited, cocky, etc., which is definitely not the case."

On being a calendar boy: "I find it to be flattering."

Interests: "Martial arts, tanning, dancing."

Turn ons: "Intelligence, a good sense of humor and class, to name a few."

Turn offs: "Attitude, close-mindedness and fanaticism (which ranges from religious to political, etc.)."

And the winner is ... "Mr. Hit the Beach 2001."

15 minutes of fame: "Baywatch Hawaii," "Pearl Harbor," ABC's "All My Children Search for the Sexiest Man in America," "The Anna Nicole Smith Show," Travel Channel Bikini Blast 2000 and 2003," "The View," "Entertainment Tonight," "Muscle and Fitness, Feb 2004 -- on newsstands now)," "Physical Magazine, Feb 2004," "Exercise, Cover March 2004."

Travels: "Mexico, Jamaica, Bahamas."

Spirituality: "When it comes to religion, I try to stay open minded. I don't subscribe to any organized religion, but I do consider myself to be a spiritual person."

Fashion sense: "I'm a big believer. I have always thought that one's outward appearance makes a statement about their inner self."

Staying healthy: "Weightlifting, Martial Arts and a pretty good diet. Do I break down and eat cookies occasionally? Like it's my job. The secrets for me have been CONSISTENCY, INTENSITY and Knowledge. I've been exercising consistently for over 16 years."

What touches my soul: "Seeing how good people can be to each other, for a change, like the way Americans banded together after 9-11."

... on WOMEN 

I first notice ... "the way she carries herself. I like confidence but not cockiness."

How a woman can get my attention: "Just give me a smile!"

Ideal woman: "Confident, intelligent, a good sense of humor and interested in fitness as a lifestyle, not a hobby. On the other hand, I'm not looking for someone who is fanatical about it and hell bent on being as lean as I am."

I can't resist a woman who ... "threatens me physically if I don't satisfy her."

I show I care ... "by making her feel special and important, even if it means going out of my way to make her happy. I want her to feel the way she makes me feel."

One thing a woman has done for me that has made me melt: 

Most important quality in a woman: "Honesty, if I have to choose just one."

Ideal date: "Conceptually speaking, my `ideal date' is about quality time. That is, not necessarily the typical night life I enjoy, but rather something closer to watching the sunset with a bottle of wine and doing whatever the moment dictates thereafter. Maybe watch the sunrise ..."

What makes me call a woman back after a first date: "Chemistry -- if it doesn't fit, you can't force it."

I would never date a woman who ... "has a bad attitude, is negative, or unkind to others."

What makes a woman unforgettable: "Being passionate and the way she smells."

What I wish women understood more about men: "What I wish women understood more about men doesn't really apply to me much, since I'm not your typical man. I don't follow sports, don't really watch TV and I'm not much of a beer drinker, either. My thought is, however, that what women don't understand about men is probably best left a mystery. That is, if women ever figure out how much control they really have, most men would probably end up slaves."

One thing a woman has never done for me yet, but I would love it:

... on RELATIONSHIPS  

Views on relationship/marriage: "I'm interested in marriage, but I will never settle for less than EXACTLY what I'm looking for." 

Top relationship keys: "Honesty and communication are huge. There are, of course, many other factors, but those two are paramount."

A woman who is in a relationship with me can expect ... "I'm sure some people would say `a challenge.'  Though that might be true, I'd like to think a fun, rewarding experience."

What I expect: "Honesty."

When I'm in love, I ... "try to make her feel as good as she makes me feel."

What makes me feel close to a woman: "Talking about everything and knowing as much about each other as possible."

Greatest relationship lesson: "To be honest about the relationship. If you're not ready for a relationship, then don't be in one and definitely don't portray anything to be something it's not."

What makes a woman marriage material: "Marriage material for me is a composite of being the ideal woman at the right time."

... on SEX 

Views on sex in a relationship: "I think it's very important, in that two people are `on the same page,' because if they aren't, problems will almost invariably follow."
              
What puts me in the mood: "That can be just about anything."

I feel my sexiest when ... "a woman makes me feel sexy and that can be any number of things."

Most sensual part of a woman's body is ... "the whole thing, baby -- it's a package deal."

Sexiest thing a woman can wear in private is ... "my dress shirt. Just the dress shirt."

Surefire way for a woman to seduce me: "To be as appealing in conversation as she is in appearance. It's about being confident, assertive, intelligent, POSITIVE (attitude is everything, right?) and humorous without being cocky or conceited."

What makes sex good: "Chemistry -- it's about sincerely wanting to please each other."

Do you have a hedonistic side to you? "Umm ... yes."

... on HIS FAVORITE THINGS

Movie: "Zoolander, Fight Club, Snatch."

TV Show: "I really don't watch TV that much -- rots the brain."

Book: "Anne Rice, `Queen of the Damned.'"

Music: "Mostly techno and hip-hop, but I listen to a very wide range, depending on what I'm doing. I do, however, have a terrible aversion to classic rock."

Food: "All."

... on LIFE

Making my mark: "My goal is to be THE next action movie star."

Responsibility to society: "Set a good example."

Valuable life lesson: "Attitude is everything (thanks, Dad!)."

I must ... "bungee jumping, travel the world (especially the UK and Australia) and provide for my family as best I can."

Best advice received: "Life is what you make of it, and live every day like it's your last one."

Best advice I've ever given a woman: "To my sisters -- `never settle' -- that is, for less than exactly what you want."

... final THOUGHTS

Items always in my refrigerator: "The way I eat, I can never really count on anything always being in my refrigerator."

Secret fantasy: "My fantasies are really no secret and I'm fortunate enough to say that. I've already satisfied many of them -- there is, however, always room for more!"

I would change places for 24 hours with ... "any woman I'm in a relationship with."

Why I'm such a great catch: "I'm much more than a pretty face -- I know that can be taken from me at any time and will fade with age. I think my best qualities are my attitude, my intelligence and being well-rounded."

Me in a word: "Positive."

Last words: "I'm really looking forward to 2004 -- it's going to be a great year."