Who is Anok Yai - and why is she the most influential model of 2025?
29 November 2025
The British Fashion Council has named Anok Yai the 2025 Model of the Year.
The award recognises her considerable global influence, impactful campaigns for brands like Yves Saint Laurent, role in championing representation in the global fashion industry and redefining beauty standards worldwide.
Euronews Culture looks at her exponential rise to fame.
The award recognises her considerable global influence, impactful campaigns for brands like Yves Saint Laurent, role in championing representation in the global fashion industry and redefining beauty standards worldwide.
Euronews Culture looks at her exponential rise to fame.