Top Black Models 2026

The biochemistry student who went viral at a Howard homecoming and four months later opened Prada - the first South Sudanese model to do so.

American supermodel and Victoria's Secret Angel who wore the $3 million Bright Night Fantasy Bra at the 2016 show.

Joan Smalls is a professional fashion model from Puerto Rico who has worked with major fashion brands and appeared in numerous international runway shows and magazine covers.

Tyson Beckford is a renowned American male model who gained widespread recognition after becoming the face of Ralph Lauren’s Polo line in the 1990s. He has also appeared in films and television shows, and is considered one of the first male supermodels to achieve mainstream success.

The South Sudanese refugee who became a Chanel bride, Model of the Year and Estee Lauder ambassador - one of fashion's defining faces of her generation.

Jourdan Dunn probes how fashion thrives on style yet excludes many, analyzing barriers to access, industry bias, and calls for fair sourcing, representation, and opportunity.

Discover Alton Mason: Trailblazing model who’s walked runways for Chanel & Louis Vuitton, closing iconic shows. Uncover his rise to fame—explore now!

American curve model who made history in Versace's SS21 show and has fronted campaigns for Moschino and Michael Kors.