Anok Yai

Anok Yai is a fashion model born in Egypt and raised in New Hampshire. A photograph taken at Howard University’s homecoming celebrations brought her to the attention of modelling agencies, and she signed with Next before securing an exclusive arrangement with Prada.

In 2018 she became the first Black model to open a Prada show since Naomi Campbell in 1997. She also became a global spokesmodel for Estée Lauder that year. In interviews, Yai has discussed the importance of greater representation for Black women in fashion.