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Jamaica Stacey McKenzie has transitioned from a self-trained model to a recognized television personality, motivational speaker, and advocate for confidence and individuality.
Featured as the face of a major brand campaign.
Featured as the face of a major brand campaign, showcasing her unique walk and confidence for the luxury brand.
Featured as the face of a major brand campaign, known for her bold features and confidence.
Served as a Brand Ambassador for the automotive company.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Stacey McKenzie established a notable career in the fashion industry. After moving to Canada and then to Paris, she quickly gained recognition, working with prominent designers such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Thierry Mugler, and Christian Lacroix. Her early career saw her grace the pages of prestigious magazines including Vogue (U.S., Italian, British, Korean, and Spanish), Harper’s Bazaar, Interview, and Flare, and secure major campaigns for brands like Calvin Klein and MAC Cosmetics. Beyond modeling, McKenzie broadened her reach by hosting MTV Europe’s “Stylissimo” and contributing to “Fashion File.”
McKenzie further expanded her career into acting and television, notably appearing alongside Bruce Willis in “The Fifth Element” (1997) as a “quirky stewardess.” In the realm of reality television, she served as a judge and model master for “Canada’s Next Top Model” for two seasons, and later appeared on “America’s Next Top Model.” Her television presence continued with roles in series like “Power” (2020) and “Utopia Falls” (2020), and as a permanent judge on “Canada’s Drag Race” starting in 2019, where she earned a Canadian Screen Award.
Driven by a commitment to youth empowerment, Stacey McKenzie developed “Walk This Way Workshops.” This initiative, including “The Walk Camp” which she launched in Toronto and Jamaica, focuses on teaching modeling skills and fostering self-confidence in young people. Her work in this area has been recognized with awards such as the Success Engagement & Empowerment Award from the University of Ottawa and the Jackie Robinson Fortitude Award, highlighting her dedication to community involvement and inspiring future generations.
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