Stogian auditions for GNTM after working in grave digging

Stogian, a contestant at the GNTM 2026 auditions, gained attention for his unconventional professional background. Previously working in construction, he most recently worked for a funeral home, where his primary responsibility was digging graves. He described the physical demands of his job, noting that digging a hole 1.6 to 1.7 meters deep can take between three and four hours depending on the soil hardness.

Despite his confidence and striking appearance, the judges noted a significant lack of modeling experience. Genevieve Mazari remarked that he had never practiced posing, even for a passport photo. While he was ultimately not selected to move on to the next stage of the competition, Stogian remained optimistic, stating his intention to return next year better prepared.