‘I have Down’s syndrome, but I’ve made history by appearing on the cover of Vogue'

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Have you ever felt like people underestimated you? Or just looked at you and assumed that you were incapable? That’s how I felt growing up – like someone put me in a Down’s syndrome box. “The doctors doubted me when I was born and said I’d never walk or talk.

But since I was young I was determined to prove them wrong and have always known I could achieve great things. I’m me, and I know I’m a superstar. “My modelling journey started when my mum signed me up to an agency her friend worked with.

I’d always been a natural in front of the camera and I used to walk up and down in the living room at home like it was a catwalk, much to the amusement of my family. “Since I started, my career has skyrocketed and I’ve made history as the first model with Down’s syndrome to front huge brands such as Nike and Adidas.

My first pinch-me moment came in 2020, when I landed a Gucci campaign. And yes, I got to keep the clothes. "Alongside modelling, I’ve managed to study dance at college, which can be a juggle at times but so worth it.