When you think about models, it’s easy to imagine them just posing perfectly for photos or strutting down runways looking flawless. But, as with anything in the spotlight, there’s often more than meets the eye. Sure, many models use their fame for great causes — take Karlie Kloss, for example, who’s all about teaching young girls to code with her awesome Kode With Klossy program. But not everyone’s story is so squeaky clean. Some models have found themselves in the middle of some pretty shady situations.
Bar Refaeli and the Family Tax Drama
Bar Refaeli was a big deal — gracing Sports Illustrated covers, hosting Israel’s X Factor, even co-hosting Eurovision in 2019. Things looked great, but then in 2020, the news dropped that she and her family were involved in tax evasion. Basically, they tried to dodge paying taxes by hiding her real residency. Bar got community service, but her mom ended up in jail. It’s a reminder that even when things seem perfect, there can be messy stuff going on behind the scenes.
Tyra Banks: Tough Love or Too Tough?
Tyra Banks is a legend — she broke barriers for Black models and created America’s Next Top Model, a show that took the world by storm. But if you’ve ever watched the show, you know Tyra could be pretty tough on contestants. Some of her decisions didn’t sit well with fans, like making models do a homeless-themed photoshoot or criticizing a model’s gap teeth on camera. She’s since admitted she made some mistakes and owned up to them. If you want to see the full story, The Atlantic has a great piece on her journey.
Naomi Campbell: The Queen of Drama
Naomi Campbell is one of the biggest names in fashion, but she’s also known for her fiery temper. People even say she’s scarier than most—Tyra Banks included! She’s had some serious run-ins, including a few assault convictions. Still, there’s no denying her talent — she’s been rocking runways for over 30 years. For a deeper dive into her story, check out this Guardian article.
Gigi Hadid’s Controversies
Gigi Hadid started modeling when she was barely a toddler and skyrocketed to fame fast. But she’s had her share of criticism, too. Remember when she made a racially insensitive gesture in 2017? She apologized right away. Then there was the time her Vogue Italia cover was accused of blackface because her skin tone was edited to look darker. Again, she owned up and apologized. If you want to understand what happened, Time’s article breaks it down well.
Bella Hadid and the Fyre Festival Fiasco
Bella Hadid, like her sister Gigi, is a huge name in modeling. But she got caught up in the infamous Fyre Festival mess when she helped promote the event on social media. When everything fell apart, she tried to distance herself, saying she thought it would be an amazing experience. Plus, there was that awkward moment when she posed near planes with Middle Eastern flags in a way some found disrespectful — she apologized quickly after the backlash.
Kendall Jenner’s Rocky Road
Kendall Jenner started off on Keeping Up With the Kardashians but made a name for herself as a serious supermodel. She keeps her personal life pretty private but has had some questionable ad choices that hurt her image. To learn more about Kendall’s rise and challenges.
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