Best known as the bearer of briefcase number 19 on NBC's hit game show "Deal or No Deal," Mylinda Tov is an accomplished model, actress, spokeswoman and special event host.

Mylinda resides in Los Angeles and also Honolulu while on hiatus from taping "Deal or No Deal." Although looking as though she hailed from Hawaii, Mylinda is actually of pure Chinese decent and was born and raised in Paris, France and Los Angeles and speaks fluent Chinese. Her exceptional talents became apparent when she was still young. At the age of five, she performed in concert with Chantal Goya, a French musician who sings children's music.

Prior to taking up residence as briefcase number 19 on "Deal or No Deal," Mylinda showcased prizes as one of "Barker's Beauties" on famed CBS game show, "The Price is Right." Mylinda is an accomplished print and commercial model as well as special event hostess and in 2006, was named onto People Magazine's "Most Beautiful People" list.

Questionnaire

1. Are there particular qualities you like in a contestant?
I always want someone that TRULY needs the money to win. I always cheer for the ones that have nothing to begin with or have overcome great obstacles in their lifetime.

2. Do you have a favorite contestant, and who was it?
Brooks. He had such a great attitude and he came across as himself. How can anyone forget him? He has been on twice.

3. How tough is it to stand in place for the entire taping? Is there something like martial arts training for long-term smiling?
That really depends on the shoes we are wearing at the time. It makes all the difference. Regarding the smile... my teeth get dry and my cheeks get so sore. Like any muscle, it gets stronger over time.

4. What was your most embarrassing moment on the show?
Nothing...yet

5. What would you like to be doing next in your career?
Real estate. I will start off with sales. I'd like to be a developer or investor eventually. I'm working on my license right now.

6. What do you like doing most with your free time?
I love outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, going to the beach, etc. I also enjoy cooking a lot. I've been told I'm a pretty good cook. I love entertaining my friends and trying new recipes.

7. What one person, besides your parents, has had the most influence on your life? Why?
My fiancé. He is a Navy SEAL. I really admire his work ethic and his physical and mental strength. He seems to be good at anything he does. I love his confidence and bravery.

8. Where are you from originally? (If not from Los Angeles) What brought you to Los Angeles?
I was raised in France and moved to California when I was 9 years old. I went to college in San Francisco area and moved to LA when I was 19 years old to model.

9. What has been a particularly memorable experience in your life, something that really stood out?
The death of my mother when I was 17 years old. It changed my life in so many ways. I look at life and death in a completely different way. It has really taught me to live my life to the fullest. I understand how fragile life can be.

10. Now for the important questions: what was your favorite television show when you were ten?
Saved by the Bell and Family Feud. I think I was ten at the time. I also loved Beverly Hills 90210, but I think I was older then.