Joan Smalls, born on July 11, 1988, in Puerto Rico, is one of the most influential supermodels of her generation. With her striking beauty, poised runway presence, and undeniable talent, Smalls has risen to become a leading figure in the global fashion industry.
Discovered at the age of 19, Joan quickly made a name for herself as one of the first models of Puerto Rican descent to gain international recognition. She was the first Latina to land a major contract with Estée Lauder, marking a milestone for diversity in the beauty industry. Smalls' career has spanned prestigious runway shows for top designers like Chanel, Versace, and Balmain, and she has graced the covers of high-fashion magazines such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar.
Beyond her modeling career, Joan Smalls is an advocate for greater representation and diversity in the fashion world. She has used her platform to speak out about the importance of inclusion, working to break barriers for models of color in an industry historically known for its lack of diversity.
Smalls has also expanded her horizons by venturing into acting and business, showing that she is much more than a beautiful face — she is a force to be reckoned with in fashion and beyond.
