'Born To Win': Meet The Made In Staten Island Crew

Eight young boys and ladies were made in Staten Island -- and although they call the New York borough residence, they're attempting to break away from the temptations of the criminal lifestyle they were place on Earth into. They were place on Earth to win" -- and they're chronicling their journey on MTV.


The coming-of-age story Made in Staten Island, premiering a week from today, will present the individual bonds between the sort as they navigate their own paths in life.


"Nobody ever leaves street. Even in the event you do, you're never out," someone declares in the initial look above.


Before the crew makes its MTV debut, get to know each person a little better at the brief biographies below. Then reside with MTV News as we approach the premiere of Made in Staten Island on Monday, January 14, at 10/9c.

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  Karina
  
  
  Frank Ockenfels
  
  
  
  She has a mafia bloodline and attitude to match. Luckily, she has the guidance of her grandfather, Salvatore "Sammy The Bull" Gravano.
  
  
  
  
  



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  Paulie
  
  
  Frank Ockenfels
  
  
  
  He is true hustler habitually striving for the best, and his girlfriend Karina has kept him away from the street life.
  
  
  
  
  



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  Kayla
  
  
  Frank Ockenfels
  
  
  
  She is the muscle of the crew with a reputation for never backing down from a good Staten Island fight.
  
  
  
  
  



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  Christian "C.P."
  
  
  
  
  
  
  he's a lover and a fighter. He has a big heart -- plus swag that makes all of the females swoon.
  
  
  
  
  



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  Dennie
  
  
  
  Just call her the “Godmutha” of the circle. She has thick skin and is aware how to use her wit to get out of any situation.
  
  
  
  
  



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  Taylor
  
  
  
  Just call him a “guy’s girl” -- without persistence for attitude or disrespect.