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I haven't worked that much in Senegal. Probably peoples, who are into fashion, might know me but I would say I am better known in other places. My life is very simple, I am lucky to be part of this industry that gave me the chance to travel a lot and meet great people from different cultures. Thanks god I always had and have nice and authentic people around me.
You have worked and working, with the biggest name of the fashion industry as a black model how do you feel about being part of this industry, how are your relations with model from other race in general?
I feel very normal; there is not any difference between Asian, Black or White girls. It’s all about beauty, and beauty has no colors or races.
You have been or you are in contract with several model agencies around the world like, IMG New York, Viva Europe (…) why do models have now to be signed to several Agencies, is there no conflicts of interest?
Actuallythey always work together for the common benefit of them all, and also for us as fashion models.
Black, Supermodel like Iman , Tyra Banks, Naomi Campbell, Liya Kebede with whom you have worked in December 2011 for the Lemlem collection have pushed the boundaries of your profession raising the bar of the salaries and engaging themselves socially for some causes, what are your relationships with them, what do they represent for you?
I really admire Liya Kebede, not just for her work and her beauty but also for her humanitarian side. Iman was my Diva when I was a little girl. A true African Queen.
Naomi Campbell did a lot for African models in the fashion industry. I am so proud to have met and worked with them, they are always so inspiring.
(Unfortunately I never met Tyra Bank)
Our Magazine is media partner of Top model of Color international a worldwide contest based in London England which advocate to create opportunities to models of African origins, Asian, Hispanic, and mixed ethnicity what can you say about this venture? Since apparently it’s still hard for Black Models to make it in the industry?Besides you have worked with African designer like Imane Ayissi and others how do you appreciate their touch in the fashion industry that some judge too squared and snob?
It is a good initiative! Good job and good luck with that!
About if is it hard for black models, I would say is hard in general. Nothing is easy, if you really want something you have to work for it! Never give up!
I have learnt a lot from Imane Ayissi. He is so talented and he is also a great person with a huge heart.
I also love the way he shows women, so glamorous and with a unique style.
Flashmag August 2017 www.flashmag.net