Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Dhani Jones and his new television show Dhani Tackles the Globe are becoming "must see tv." In addition to the obvious—watching the handsome renaissance man travel the globe trying his hand at popular local sports—there is an added sporno benefit to the show: Apparently a clause in Jones' contract requires at least one or two hairy, shirtless scenes per episode.
Submitted for your approval are some screen captures from this week's episode where Dhani travels to England to learn rugby. The footballer/rugger is also outfitted for a dashing new suit by the ridiculously talented British-Ghanaian designer Ozwald Boateng, who became the first-ever creative director for menswear at Givenchy. Those who prefer some fur with their muscle will appreciate the scene at Boateng's boutique on Saville Row. Oh and later in the hotel room when Dhani plays with his nipples.
Dhani Jones strips down AFTER THE JUMP.
The beginning of the fitting is very funny. Dhani Jones jokes about Ozwald Boateng "getting kinda close down there" and what the measurements would be.
Later in the hotel room, Dhani strips down to black boxer briefs and admires his reflection in the mirror. Oh and he displays another pair of underwear and then tweaks his own nipples. Discuss.
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Umm, yea. That one.
I'm impressed.
Posted by: Tandio | 02 April 2009 at 09:12
Lord have mercy ... I can't get enough of this show ... lol. I watch if faithfully. Aside from the obvious perks, it's actually a very interesting show. I thought the episode about the wrestling in the sawdust (I think it was called "swinging") was interesting.
Posted by: S. Flemming | 02 April 2009 at 09:13
This really really is a HOT show.
I can watch Dhani and that sexy hairy chest all day and night, but the man is talented...very natural with people and naturally very curious about sports and culture.
The Thai boxing episode was very very hot.
Posted by: RJ | 02 April 2009 at 09:16
Dhani is hot.
He reminds me of that guy in college who was heavily into females (usually white) but he was still cool with the gays.
I watched the show; it seemed a little aimless, but, man, that dude loves to take his shirt off.
It's refreshing to see a young brother who's intelligent and devoid of hip hop posturing and retardation.
Posted by: Seahawk | 02 April 2009 at 09:21
ROTFL @ "hip hop posturing and retardation" ... that is hilarious! But so true ...
Posted by: S. Flemming | 02 April 2009 at 09:23
Dhani is definitely a hunk of man. I like the easy going personality that he displays. He's willing to push the envelope further than what most males athletes are willing to do. I would take in all of his measurements anytime he wanted me to.
Posted by: Ravenback | 02 April 2009 at 10:09
Im in lust...swoon
Posted by: nathans | 02 April 2009 at 10:24
I have to start recording that show.
Posted by: Mechadude2001 | 02 April 2009 at 10:27
What a man, what a man. Two all beef patties and special sauce for me please!
Dhani Jones is sexy and so confident and you can tell he is gay friendly, he was even dancing with that gay brotha in the club! How black American athletes would do that?
Posted by: Nicholas | 02 April 2009 at 10:28
Dhani for me is the epitome, I say the epitome! of sexy.
I love a tall, big, thick chocolte man and with some hair on his chest! It seems brothers sometimes are afraid to let their hair grow, I love it.
And I saw part of this episode and yes he was very gay friendly with that brother at the club lol
Posted by: Dante | 02 April 2009 at 10:34
On Youtube there is a very amusing moment between Dhani and Patti Labelle at one of those concerts (LiveAid 2005) she gave on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway here in Philly. Dhani really got the spirit that night...or it got him.
I'm not good at Internet addresses, but key in "Patti Labelle + Dhani Jones" on Youtube.
Posted by: Derrick from Philly | 02 April 2009 at 11:01
how is all that man going to fit into those tiny suits? that's a lot of brother.
Posted by: FREELEO | 02 April 2009 at 12:34
I've watched the shows, and have enjoyed it on many levels. This is a rennaissance man (as I'm sure his publicist will say) that gets completely out of his comfort zones and plays the worlds sports. It's a great show from the travel, culture, and fashion angles. The last time I enjoyed so much culture and hot looking men was when I competed in the gay games in 2006. We should all be so lucky to travel and play like "Mr. Jones" does.
Posted by: Bill | 02 April 2009 at 14:23
We stop everything to watch this show every week! As rugby fans, we especially enjoyed last week's show (although wish he'd gone to New Zealand or Australia and played alongside the Samoans on their teams!). Great to see Boateng too. And I THOUGHT I caught a glimpse of Dhani dancing with a guy in that club, but wasn't sure.... Where can I get a straight friend like him?:)
Posted by: ReggieH | 02 April 2009 at 16:18
We definitely need more men like Dhani in our world. Can't wait to watch the new episode, I've been "googling" and ogling him ever since I saw the first episode.
Posted by: vekahe | 02 April 2009 at 17:13
Dhani is just plain gorgeous. He is also a tease. I don't care how he gets down. He is phyne as hell. Love that hairy chest. Smooth is okay but hairy to me is sexier.
I am real curious as to what he will be doing after football..broadcasting, acting??
Posted by: Dre | 02 April 2009 at 18:22
Aaah Dhani mon cheri, je t'adore!!
*Bisous*
Posted by: Etienne | 02 April 2009 at 21:05
"hip hop posturing and retardation".
You know, maybe only in America would men posture (that is, be proud) because they are stupid or ignorant. Pride in stupidity and ignorance is truly a national tradition in America, maintained by the power-that-be to keep popular threats at bay. It has worked marvelously so far — for them.
And Dhani Jones is like a daydream of another place and time.
Posted by: Jim | 02 April 2009 at 23:33
I think he is one of the finest men on the planet. Thanks for making my day....
Posted by: Chris | 03 April 2009 at 07:33
"Pride in stupidity and ignorance is truly a national tradition in America...."
You're so right, Jim....only problem is that this violent American macho sickness is rubbing off on other insecure men on this planet. Namely, those in the "Motherland" or is it "Fatherland"...might as well be "Fatherland" now.
Posted by: Derrick from Philly | 03 April 2009 at 10:47
Yes, Derrick. That is so true.
I guess this shortcut to self-esteem is very appealing, especially when all other options have been sealed off by poverty and corruption.
There's another factor, too. The oppressed always imitate the oppressor, and when the oppressor is nothing but an ignorant thug, then the oppressed will realize that ignorant thuggery is the path to advancement.
Posted by: Jim | 03 April 2009 at 11:04