Naomi Campbell stands as an influential supermodel, actress, and philanthropist, recognized for her extensive career in fashion and her advocacy for diversity. After making her first public appearance in Bob Marley’s music video for ‘Is This Love’ in 1978, Naomi Campbell went on to become an influential supermodel, actress, and philanthropist, renowned for her extensive career and advocacy for diversity. Her early career also included music video appearances for Culture Club in 1983 and 1984. By 1986, Campbell appeared on the cover of British Elle, marking her rapid ascent.
Her influence extended globally when she was appointed a tourism ambassador by the Kenyan Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife in 2021. In 2022, she was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University for the Creative Arts (UCA). The year 2023 was marked by several high-profile projects: Campbell executive produced the film ‘Invisible Beauty,’ was featured in Victoria’s Secret’s new Icon Collection, launched a new collection with Hugo Boss, and debuted a collaboration with PrettyLittleThing during New York Fashion Week. She also appeared in the Apple TV+ docuseries ‘The Super Models’ and was appointed special advisor to the music company Gamma.
In 2024, the Victoria and Albert Museum launched ‘Naomi: In Fashion,’ a solo exhibition celebrating her career.