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Liya Kebede (Amharic: ሊያ ከበደ; born 1 March 1978) [2] is an Ethiopian-born model, maternal health advocate, clothing designer, and actress. She has appeared on the cover of Vogue 20 times. [3] Kebede has served as the WHO's Ambassador for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health since 2005. [4]
Liya Kebede is an Ethiopian-born model, actress, designer, and humanitarian known for her impact in fashion and philanthropy. As the founder of the Lemlem brand and Lemlem Foundation, she champions the empowerment of women artisans in Africa through initiatives that enhance access to healthcare, job opportunities, and sustainable production.
Liya Kebede is an actress and producer who has appeared in films such as The Good Shepherd, The Best Offer and Lord of War. She was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and is the first Estee Lauder model of colour.
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Oct 20, 2020 · The Staying Power of Liya Kebede. Fashion didn’t change for Liya Kebede, but Liya Kebede helped change fashion. Here, the 42-year-old model, entrepreneur, and advocate opens up about finding...
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Dec 6, 2019 · The unstoppable Liya Kebede and her ethical brand Lemlem. Liya Kebede started modelling at 18, became a mother at 22 and a UN ambassador at 27. Her self-funded lifestyle brand Lemlem...
May 17, 2024 · For as long as their mother, Liya Kebede, has been working, her son and daughter (now 23 and 18) have also been in the picture, literally or otherwise: Liya was already expecting Suhul during...
Mar 29, 2022 · The Ethiopian-American runway star is known just as much for her prowess in front of a camera as she is for her playful off-duty style, after all. Working with her stylist Wil Ariyamethe,...
