'I am deeply humbled and proud to represent my community.'
Teddy addressed how meaningful the role was in a photo-and-video post. Touching on a life of fighting, which she says has included bullying and "blowback" for a decision to speak out against"I am deeply humbled and proud to represent my community," Teddy wrote. "The world will kick you down, spit on you, and tell you you’re worthless.
Her Instagram announcement arrived just days after Chanel Beauty shared the first images of Teddy's campaign on social media, includingof how to recreate Teddy's sun-kissed look. Social media has responded favorably to Teddy's casting, writing to her on Instagram, "Your story brings tears to my eyes, and I know it all [too] well. You so deserve this," and "You're an example for everyone out there trying to stand up.
It may have taken some time, but in recent months, the fashion and beauty industry has started to become more inclusive of LGBTQ+ models. Back in
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