Khrystyana Kazakova (Russian: Кристиана Казакова; born 1985 or 1986 (age 38–39)) is a Russian model involved actively in the body positive movement.
Early and personal life
Kazakova was born in Siberia, then she grew up in Ukraine. Her parents divorced when she was 15, where she stayed with her mother. Later on, her mother moved in with a Portuguese guy who lived in Hawaii, since then she moved to the United States. She resides in New York.
Career
Kazakova was the last eliminated on the 24th season of America’s Next Top Model. In 2017, she created The Real Catwalk, a series of fashion shows to celebrate all sizes and ethnicities. The shows have taken place in New York City and in London. In 2018, she also teamed up with photographer Peter DeVito to create “More Than Just a Trend.” The photo series address stereotypes about gender, diversity, and sexuality.
She has signed to be a model with One Management, Natural Models LA, Model Werk, Bridge Models and Nomad Management. Kazakova has appeared in ads for Warner's, Aerie, Ellos, Skims, Target and Khloe Kardashian's brand, Good American. She also featured as Playboy's November 2020 playmate.
References
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- "Khrystyana Talks Queer Activism Ahead of Brighton Breach Pride". PAPER. 2018-05-17. Retrieved 2020-07-19.
- ^ "Playboy Playmate Khrystyana recalls struggling with her size: 'I was trying to lose weight every day'". Fox News. 17 December 2020.
- "Khrystyana Kazakova: Get to Know the ANTM Contestant Who Could Possibly Win It All". Life & Style. 2018-01-31. Retrieved 2020-07-19.
- Andrea Wurzburger 4/25/2018. "ANTM Finalist Khrystyana Posts a Before & After Instagram That Proves She's the Body Positive Role Model We All Need". VH1 News. Archived from the original on December 25, 2022. Retrieved 2020-07-19.
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- "8 Photos That Show Body Positivity And Identities Aren't Just Trends". HuffPost. 2018-10-30. Retrieved 2020-07-19.
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