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DRE O'BRIEN, AFFECIONATELY KNOW AS, “Baby Dre,” to her friends, got her first tattoo at the age of 18. It was the saying, “Love conquers all.” Within moments of meeting her you know that theme still prevails. In fact, all her tattoos are “love” themed and it seems this montage of ink is finally paying off for this unique and talented 26 year-old. As the newest member to join TLC’s hit series, Miami Ink, Baby Dre is proving that her quick wit and playful nature is just what the doctor ordered for the boys of South Beach.
You’re beginning on Season 4 of Miami Ink this year. How would you describe the show to someone who has never seen it?
I would say that it is now a show that is based on the reality of why people get certain tattoos. It is also a lot about our private lives and what we do outside the shop! Overall, it’s a cross between the reality of our work and our private lives.
How did you become a part of the show?
I was driving to an agency in Los Angeles one day, where I was working as a stylist, and Ami James called me and asked me if I would come back to Miami to help him manage the shop. I didn’t hesitate! He bought the ticket, I was there!
Had you seen the previous seasons of the show?
I watched Miami Ink off and on, but I can’t say I was a loyal viewer. I see those guys way too much. I didn’t want to get sick of them! [Laughs] Actually, given most of those guys’ circumstances, it was amazing to watch them on TV. Most of them came from very humble backgrounds.
What did you think of the show?
I didn’t think it was like watching Making of the Band, which is my sh*t, but I thought it was really amazing to see these very talented men come together and create a show and have people invited into their lives for all to see! That in itself was cool for me!
You got your first tattoo at 18 years old. Since then, you’ve added quite a few new ones. If you had to pick your favorite, which one would you pick and what’s the story behind it?
Hands down, I would choose the portrait of my grandmother! She is 91 years old and my best friend. She’s the raddest woman you ever met. The portrait is of her lighting her cigarette off a candle in 1935—so damn timeless and beautiful!
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