All articles tagged with #modeling industry
The Washington Post review shows Jeffrey Epstein cultivated a web of modeling-industry contacts who offered to bring women into his orbit after his 2009 jail release. One agent, Elkholy (now a musician), says he sought Epstein’s fashion connections for financial gain, highlighting how the modeling world became a recruitment channel and raising questions about accountability as he and others try to explain or justify their involvement.
Alex Consani made history by becoming the first out trans woman to be named Model of the Year at the British Fashion Council's 2024 Fashion Awards. In her acceptance speech, she acknowledged the Black trans women who paved the way for her success and urged parents to support their trans children. Consani, who has been breaking barriers in the fashion industry, wore a Union Jack-inspired dress by Dilara Findikoglu for the event.
"Reacher" star Alan Ritchson revealed a suicide attempt in 2019, sharing that he was saved by a vision of his future adult children. He also opened up about his struggles in the modeling industry, describing it as "like legalized sex trafficking." Ritchson, known for his roles in "Smallville" and "Blue Mountain State," has found success in Hollywood and is now starring in the Amazon Prime Video series "Reacher." He emphasized the importance of faith, family, and mental health, and shared his commitment to serving others.
Actor Alan Ritchson revealed that he was sexually assaulted by a "very famous photographer" during his time as a model, leading to an "existential crisis" and a suicide attempt in 2019. He also alleged that fashion photographer Mario Testino touched him inappropriately at a Paris Fashion Week dinner in 2014. Despite the trauma, Ritchson found success as an actor, starring in the lead role of "Reacher." He empathized with women enduring similar experiences and highlighted the unfairness and challenges faced by models in the industry.
Actor and former model Alan Ritchson speaks out about the prevalence of sexual abuse and misconduct in the modeling industry, likening it to "legalized sex trafficking." He recounts numerous instances of being put in horrific environments where sexual abuse was the goal, and reveals being sexually assaulted on his last modeling job. Ritchson also highlights the unsafe working conditions for women in the industry and calls attention to the dynamic power struggles with predatory individuals.
"Reacher" star Alan Ritchson revealed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that he was sexually assaulted by a "famous" photographer earlier in his modeling career, leading him to quit the industry. He compared the modeling industry to human sex trafficking and expressed empathy for women facing similar situations. Ritchson also shared a recent incident where he intervened in a car robbery, showcasing his protective instincts.
Actor Alan Ritchson, known for his role in "Reacher," revealed that he quit the modeling industry after being sexually assaulted by a famous photographer during his modeling days. He described the modeling industry as "legalized sex trafficking" and shared his experiences of being put in dangerous and abusive situations. Ritchson also opened up about his suicide attempt, bipolar diagnosis, and his successful transition to acting, with "Reacher" propelling his career to new heights.
Actor Alan Ritchson revealed that he was sexually assaulted while working as a model, leading him to quit the industry and transition to acting. He described the modeling industry as "like legalized sex trafficking" and shared his empathy for women facing similar power struggles. Ritchson also opened up about facing sexual harassment in his acting career and a subsequent mental health crisis, including a suicide attempt. He credits divine intervention and MDMA therapy for helping him recover and manage his bipolar diagnosis.
Actor Alan Ritchson opens up about being sexually assaulted during his modeling days, making serious allegations against photographer Mario Testino, and his struggles with mental health, including a suicide attempt. He describes the modeling industry as "like legalized sex trafficking" and shares his journey of recovery, including a bipolar diagnosis and therapeutic drug use, before finding success as the star of Prime Video’s Reacher series.
Actor Alan Ritchson, known for his roles in "Reacher" and "Smallville," discusses his newfound passion for tattoos, each with personal significance, including a recent one symbolizing his bipolar disorder and ADHD. Ritchson opens up about his mental health struggles, modeling industry experiences, and his journey from a strict Catholic upbringing to pursuing a career in Hollywood. Despite facing challenges, he has found success and is known for his unfiltered, faith-driven, and family-oriented persona.
Supermodel Beverly Johnson revealed in a recent interview that she used cocaine early in her career to stay slim after being pressured by fashion industry figures to look "chiseled to the bone" for photoshoots. Johnson also spoke about facing racial discrimination and being limited to lower compensation than her white peers. She has been sober for over 50 years and reflected on the dangerous impact of the industry's beauty standards on her health.
Ivan Bart, former president of IMG Models, has passed away at the age of 60. Known for launching the careers of numerous models, including Gigi and Bella Hadid, Bart was a trailblazer in the fashion industry, championing diverse casting and inclusion. He played a key role in breaking down barriers for models and supporting plus-size models. Bart's impact on the industry was widely recognized, and his loss has been mourned by fashion designers, models, and industry professionals.
Gisele Bündchen, the Brazilian supermodel, has spoken about her battle with destructive thoughts and panic attacks during her modeling career. She described feeling suffocated and even contemplated suicide at one point. Bündchen coped with the pressure by creating a persona for the modeling industry, but now feels liberated to be herself. She has reduced or quit alcohol, cigarettes, and caffeine, and is happy to have taken a step back from the fashion industry. Bündchen previously discussed her struggles in her 2018 memoir and hopes that sharing her vulnerabilities will help others.
Cindy Crawford reflects on her 1986 appearance on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" in the docuseries "The Super Models," expressing her dissatisfaction with the interview. Crawford felt she was treated as a child and not given a voice, with most questions directed towards her agent. She now views the exchange as inappropriate and not okay, especially coming from Oprah. The four-part docuseries, which also features Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, and Linda Evangelista, explores the modeling industry in the '80s and is available on Apple TV+.
Cindy Crawford reflects on her first appearance on the "Oprah Winfrey Show" in 1986, saying she felt like "chattel" and "not seen as a person who had a voice in her own destiny." The iconic model, featured in the Apple TV+ docuseries "The Super Models," discusses the interview where Winfrey asked her to stand and show off her body, realizing now that it was not okay. The clip of the conversation has reportedly been made private on YouTube. The docuseries also features Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington reflecting on their careers in the '90s fashion scene.