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From top model to entrepreneur: Liya Kebede

DW News · 27 days ago
DW News
DW News
27 days ago

She was one of the first black top models in the early 2000s. Now, with her own clothing line, she's working to give back to her home country Ethiopia.

Breakdown
  • Liya Kebede became a top model after being discovered at 18 in Addis Ababa. 51s
  • She overcame industry challenges to join major ad campaigns after 2000. 1m 18s
  • In 2007, Kebede launched Lemlem, supporting Ethiopian artisans. 2m 3s
  • Lemlem preserves traditional weaving and markets globally. 2m 42s
  • Kebede advocates for inclusivity and positive views on aging in fashion. 2m 55s
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