A shirtless showdown in Times Square has the Big Apple’s infamous Naked Cowboy pitted against a feathered foe — the Naked Indian. These dudes got to chill but handle your business. Click below to read the rest of the story.
The Cowboy — who usually basks in the attention of tourists watching him play guitar in a 10-gallon hat and his skivvies — has been forced to watch his rival directly across the street on Broadway corral gawkers with his headdress and drum.
“I’ve been here . . . 365 days, everyday for 13 years and change,†said the Cowboy, Robert Burck. “He’s only been here 16 days and missed two already.â€
Though the Cowboy insisted there is no bad blood between them, he threatened a lawsuit unless the Indian joins his company, Naked Cowboy Enterprises, a franchise that includes Naked Cowgirls and other entertainers.
The Indian, whose real name is Adam David, said Times Square doesn’t have enough gimmicks — and then threw down some fighting words.
“No one was doing an Indian,†said the aspiring actor. “(The Cowboy and I) have a word-of-mouth contract. This country was built on handshakes and word-of-mouth agreements. I don’t lose, I always win.â€
It didn’t take a Wild West face-off to see who visitors favored.
“I’m Team Cowboy,†said Naomi Carrier, 31, of Union, N.J. “He’s cute, he’s friendly, he’s fun and he has a personality. He was flirty.â€
Sarah Levenphal, 16, mulled it over before choosing the clear winner.
“They’re both nice,†the New Jersey native said. “The Cowboy has a guitar and he sounds more melodic. The Indian doesn’t sing.â€