The Naked What?!

When I think about the type of people I see in Time Square, the first thought that comes to mind is The Naked Cowboy.  This guy is dressed in only his tighty whiteys that say "Naked Cowboy" on the butt, cowboy boots, and a cowboy hat!  He stands in the center of Times Square with his guitar.  His real name?  Robert John Burck, born December 23, 1970.

The Naked Cowboy is not hard to miss.  My first thought when I saw him was, this guy is nuts.  My second thought was, isn't he cold?  Despite how crazy people may think he is, The Naked Cowboy is a really intelligent guy.  He trademarked The Naked Cowboy name and built himself a great franchise.  He has a professional website, Twitter, and Facebook account.  He sings, does appearances, and sells all different types of products.  From his site you can purchase CDs, T-Shirts, Underwear (yes, underwear), hats, photos, and more.

Another fun fact is that The Naked Cowboy is also a Reverend!  I had no idea until I did my own research.  If you live life on the edge and want to get married by The Naked Cowboy, it's only a mere $499. For more info on him check out his website, The Naked Cowboy

Rain or shine, The Naked Cowboy can always be seen in Times Square.  Talk about dedication.  You have to admire someone for sticking to what they do for a living.

And if you're wondering, yes, there is a Naked Cowgirl too.  She falls under The Naked Cowboy franchise.

But please don't be shy, they will always stop and take a picture with you!  There are so many different people to see and things to experience in New York.  These are the things that make the Times Square culture so unique, and why I love it so much.  You won't see this anywhere else in the world.