Iman

Iman is a renowned Somali-American supermodel, actress, and entrepreneur, known for her striking features and successful career in the fashion industry. Born in Mogadishu, Somalia, Iman was discovered by photographer Peter Beard while attending University of Nairobi in Kenya. She soon moved to the United States and began her modeling career, working with top fashion designers such as Gianni Versace, Calvin Klein, and Yves Saint Laurent. Iman's early life and career were influenced by her Muslim upbringing and her experiences living in Africa and Europe, including Egypt and London.

Early Life and Career

Iman was born Zara Mohamed Abdulmajid on July 25, 1955, in Mogadishu, Somalia, to Marian Baadiye and Mohamed Abdulmajid. Her family moved to Kenya when she was four years old, and she attended University of Nairobi, where she studied politics and economics. Iman's early life was marked by her experiences living in Africa and Europe, including Egypt and London, and her Muslim upbringing, which was influenced by her parents and her Somali culture. She was discovered by photographer Peter Beard while attending University of Nairobi, which led to her move to the United States and the beginning of her modeling career, working with top fashion designers such as Gianni Versace, Calvin Klein, and Yves Saint Laurent, and appearing on the covers of top fashion magazines such as Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar.

Modeling Career

Iman's modeling career spanned over three decades, during which she worked with top fashion designers such as Gianni Versace, Calvin Klein, and Yves Saint Laurent, and appeared on the covers of top fashion magazines such as Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar. She was a frequent guest on television shows such as The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and Late Night with David Letterman, and she worked with top photographers such as Annie Leibovitz, Richard Avedon, and Helmut Newton. Iman's modeling career was marked by her appearances on the runways of top fashion designers such as Chanel, Dior, and Gucci, and her work with top beauty companies such as Revlon, L'Oréal, and Estee Lauder Companies. She was also a muse for fashion designers such as Issey Miyake and Thierry Mugler, and she appeared in advertising campaigns for top fashion brands such as Versace, Gucci, and Prada.

Acting Career

Iman's acting career began in the 1980s, with appearances in films such as Out of Africa and No Way Out, alongside actors such as Meryl Streep, Robert Redford, and Kevin Costner. She also appeared in television shows such as Miami Vice and The Cosby Show, and she worked with top directors such as Sydney Pollack and Oliver Stone. Iman's acting career was marked by her appearances in films such as Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country and L.A. Story, and her work with top actors such as William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, and Steve Martin. She was also a guest on television shows such as The Oprah Winfrey Show and Saturday Night Live, and she worked with top comedians such as Eddie Murphy and Billy Crystal.

Personal Life

Iman married David Bowie in 1992, and the couple had a daughter, Alexandria Zahra Jones, in 2000. Iman was also a stepmother to Duncan Jones, David Bowie's son from a previous marriage. She was a close friend of fashion designers such as Gianni Versace and Alexander McQueen, and she was a frequent guest at fashion events such as New York Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week. Iman's personal life was marked by her marriage to David Bowie and her experiences as a mother and a stepmother, as well as her friendships with top celebrities such as Elton John, Madonna, and Mick Jagger.

Philanthropy and Business Ventures

Iman is involved in various philanthropic efforts, including working with organizations such as UNICEF and American Cancer Society. She is also a businesswoman and has launched several cosmetics and fashion lines, including Iman Cosmetics and Global Chic. Iman has worked with top companies such as HSN and Target Corporation, and she has been a spokesperson for brands such as Revlon and L'Oréal. She has also been involved in various charity events, including amfAR and Elton John AIDS Foundation, and she has worked with top celebrities such as Lady Gaga and Katy Perry to support various causes. Iman's philanthropic efforts and business ventures have been recognized with several awards, including the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund and the Fashion Group International's Night of Stars award. Category:Somali models