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That's Doctor Toogood, Mr Bond... When it comes to model names Laura Toogood's moniker is, well, too good. And now she's about to become a proper Doctor, after handing-in her PhD thesis this week, she'll soon be Doctor Toogood (fingers crossed). James Bond creator Ian Fleming couldn't have labelled her better... Laura Toogood, mother Sara Toogood Hats-off to Laura Toogood folks. The enterprising Brit used her seven years studying in UCD to maximum effect - taking her spare time out from zee books to make a few bob on-the-side as a model. Photocall gals of Ireland take note - if you're not studying or bettering yourselves between those sparse and badly paid photoshoots, then your future prospects look bleak. Pick up a book. Laura Toogood Our Laura jetted back to her adopted home of Dublin this week, with Mum Sara, to hand-in her PhD thesis to UCD tutors. The blonde duo then made their way to The Grafton Lounge to enjoy a few bottles of bubbly with a bunch of bubbly blondes. Sadly Mr. Bond, Doctor Toogood won't be back on these shores too often going forward as she's landed a big job as a researcher with the BBC in London. The girl done good. Laura Toogood, mother Sara Toogood Massive congrats to Laura – now that's the way to make the most of a modelling career in Ireland. Right. We're off to lobby the Irish government to make her approach to this fickle industry mandatory. On the downside, all those orange stained hands mauling the precious books in the Trinity Library... Ewww.

**Users can ONLY comment via the ShowBiz.ie site** Leave a Comment Joy – D2 July 07, 2011 - 13:41 She was dating a friend of mine, an Irish actor who moved to London. What's up with models mimicking Heidi Klum and Seal? Having an African boyfriend doesn't make you anymore chic or appealing. ali October 20, 2010 - 07:17 love that laura toogood has done a phd. most other models could only dream of it. she is a great role model. p – dublin October 19, 2010 - 22:29 Not only has Miss Toogood got brains and beauty, she is also incredibly likeable. I've met her on a few occasions and there's no bulls**t whatsoever with this girl. Just a genuinely nice person. J October 19, 2010 - 10:32 At naked truth - sorry sweetheart but your talking utter tripe. Your comment makes my blood boil. Mort October 18, 2010 - 20:59 Comment Removed. Naked truth October 18, 2010 - 17:15 @ fiona Sorry sweetheart, you're absolutely incorrect. Average IQ in the UK is 92.... Ireland is just inside 80!! We're thick on a global scale. And we're in too much of a booze enduced stuper to realise it. Get out while you still can. fiona – Wexford October 18, 2010 - 15:47 Most Irish kids go to college. Most get good degrees. We are a nation of educated, high achievers but we don't like to go around blowing our own trumpets. We think there is something wrong with praising ourselves because we don't want people to think we are unnecessarily boasting. Maybe we should take a leaf from Miss Toogood's book and let everyone know just how great we are instead of playing down our success. I think it's an Irish thing to be humble. Carrie – Dublin October 18, 2010 - 15:42 Look, she came her to do a PhD, which she got. While here, someone approached her because she is tall and pretty to do some promotions and Irish modeling work. Modeling was pocket money and a bit of a laugh, nothing more. sassie ladie – bray October 18, 2010 - 14:46 ledgend of a name! luvin it! lisa B – d4 October 18, 2010 - 14:13 lose the fake Big Brother contestant hair extensions love, so 2002. PRdevil October 18, 2010 - 13:46 a model with a phd - surely a first. she's obviously used the irish fashion business for what it gives..petty pocket money. onwards and upwards for her. shame more models cant get a grip on reality and see beyond the silly photocalls in this country. as others have said, fair play to her, shes shrewd WTF??? – BBC Headquarters October 18, 2010 - 11:18 Seriously I am mortified for this girl. Has she ever heard of the saying "would rather be a fake somebody than a real nobody", she's the former....she's obviously trying to stay relevant, not that she ever was/will be. The Truth – Dublin October 18, 2010 - 09:54 Another prime example of news that people really dont give a f&^k about. Laura Toogod is not a proper model... She is yet another wannabe... stuck in the world of bull. If she had any brains shen would have steered clear of all the bull along time ago. richy – NYC October 18, 2010 - 00:31 This girl is beautiful, and with legs up to her armpits!!! Beauty and brains all in one. Daisy October 17, 2010 - 23:33 It so good that even with all the doom and gloom this country is experiencing, that we can celebrate some good news at last. Reading this brought a tear to my eye. She is the most wonderful person I know. Laura, you rock, XXXXXXXXXXXXXX rev October 17, 2010 - 23:20 she's in a league of her own Huh? – Dublin October 17, 2010 - 18:06 Huh? Where's the model you're speaking of? Surely not on this page. the king October 17, 2010 - 17:42 what a name fair play to her belinda October 17, 2010 - 16:50 She is the greatest ever, no wonder every model agency in Irelands fighting over her... Ha, they wish!!!....she's off to the BBC, smell ya later!! shellie g – meath October 17, 2010 - 16:43 stunning - what i'd give for legs like that! And she has brains as well - lifes not fair Corey Williams – Dublin 4 October 17, 2010 - 15:41 What sort of name is toogod? Surely to gawd, that's not her real surname! If it is, i cringe!!!! Midas October 17, 2010 - 15:04 Go, Laura!!! Every model want to be you and all their boyfriends want to date you, XXXX saz October 17, 2010 - 14:33 well done laura x grace October 17, 2010 - 13:24 Incredible news. Almost as good as the Chilean miners being rescued. AR Babe – City WEST October 17, 2010 - 12:47 Why is this news ????? claire October 17, 2010 - 12:26 Cracking news - much respect for her and she looks fantastic. Didnt think it was possible but its good to know that some models have more than just a pretty face. well deserved credit. hied-hi October 17, 2010 - 12:09 Laura was right not to make the move to go to Andrea's agency. She is a catwalk girl and none of the catwalk models have left Assets to go to Andrea's agency because they know which side their bread is buttered on. krystle groupie – dublin October 17, 2010 - 10:59 liking lauras style esp in the first picture. god only knows why shes with assets though as shes looks to classy for that tacky photocall bunch. mind you assets mightnt last much longer now with andreas new agency, id say andreas gonna take over in dublin. father ted October 17, 2010 - 00:41 Now thats a woman to bring home to ur ma! sarah – ni October 17, 2010 - 00:30 laura is a stunning girl with a bit of sense she is geniune and sincere and all those nasty horrible comments are trash like the people that send them...also i think its great to be along mum my friens lost her mum a few weeks ago and the pain u go through is so terrible... be happy for people that do well rather than be nasty no need for it mister d – dub October 16, 2010 - 23:15 An unusual combination of beauty and brains. Shame theres not more of them about. fisher – seaside October 16, 2010 - 12:49 nice one AmyP October 16, 2010 - 11:57 how refreshing! a fantastic achievement and great example to set! congratulations! green eyed monstor October 16, 2010 - 11:24 This girl really does have it all - the b*tch! miss compton – D2 October 16, 2010 - 11:06 hate to say it but she is actually looking great Sebastian Longchamps October 16, 2010 - 11:06 Ah, doing the auld Claudine Palmer "I hopes I make me Ma fame-is" by bringing her everywhere. At least Mrs. Nogood Senior covers up. If she insists on being called a doctor she is an even bigger tit and even more pretentious than than I ever thought possible - and that is saying something. Good question from fat man on what is the PhD in? Any ideas showbiz? fat man – yo mama October 16, 2010 - 10:30 whats the PHD in? human resources or something just as useless no doubt fader October 16, 2010 - 10:24 well done toogood your a good role model alright. them wannabes could learn a thing or two from you. Fair play B scence barbie October 16, 2010 - 09:21 Well done to her for studying for seven years. But surely she isn't going to give up her incredible modelling career to work as a TV researcher for the BBC? Aoife Mary October 16, 2010 - 03:10 Fair play. If she were attractive, she would have it all. Atelier October 16, 2010 - 01:19 There are not many models with a PHD, credit where credits due x jeff October 15, 2010 - 23:56 great set of legs ger October 15, 2010 - 22:06 She has done Ireland proud. I mean England. jen October 15, 2010 - 21:45 dr no daniel October 15, 2010 - 21:38 posing with your mum criiiiinge two attention seekers free fridays October 15, 2010 - 21:36 laura nogood will assets take on anyone?? liz October 15, 2010 - 20:51 She actually looks really good here b scene babe October 15, 2010 - 18:38 well done dr toogood!!! terminator October 15, 2010 - 17:55 fair play to her Leave a Comment * Your name * Your email address (will not be published) Your location Remember me ? ? Powered by TalkBack 1 **COMMENTS REMOVED ON REQUEST**