It’s easy to look at a model, typically someone who is drop dead gorgeous, and assume that they have had an easy life, and that they got to where they are with ease. That is not always the case though, as many models struggle with things like eating disorders, pressures from society, and much more. There are even some models who have lived their whole lives, including their modelling career, with chronic disabilities or diseases. The 5 models in this list are stunning examples of people who were handed a bad hand in life, and still made the best of it!
5. Diandra Forrest
5. Diandra Forrest
Diandra Forrest is a high-profile African-American model who is also Albino, which means she has very pale skin and naturally blonde hair. Her appearances are very shocking to many, but she is absolutely stunning.
4. Alex Minsky
Alex Minsky is a former soldier turned model. While he was serving in Afghanistan, he lost one of his legs due to a bomb. Even though many people would find it hard to cope with this loss, he still feels totally comfortable in his own skin.
3. Madeline Stuart
Madeline Stuart is an 18 year old Australian model who has Downs Syndrome. She is absolutely not letting her disability stop her from achieving her goals!
2. Rebekah Marine
Rebekah Marine is a gorgeous model, who is now also a philanthropist and motivational speaker. She was born without a forearm, and has a bionic arm, which is the reason for her nickname – “The Bionic Model.”
1. Bella Hadid
Bella Hadid is a very popular and successful model, although she suffers from Lyme Disease. Lyme disease can cause fatigue, mental fogginess, and back and neck pain. Bella hasn’t let her disease set her back at all though!
4. Alex Minsky
3. Madeline Stuart
2. Rebekah Marine
1. Bella Hadid
