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Asharq Al-Awsat
4 days ago
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Fashion Commission Closes 1st Phase of 'Fashion Performance & Modeling' Course in Riyadh
The Fashion Commission has closed the first phase of the 'Fashion Performance & Modeling' course, delivered in partnership with globally renowned fashion institution Istituto Marangoni and in collaboration with Elite Model Management. The course, which launched its first phase on May 18, is designed to equip aspiring models and fashion talent with both the theoretical foundation and practical tools required to succeed in the global fashion industry, SPA reported. The curriculum combines classroom instruction with immersive, hands-on experiences across key topics, including the history of fashion, fashion styling, body language, performance techniques, and live project development. The second phase of the course will begin June 15 and continue until June 26, and will be hosted at FCR in the JAX District. Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will receive an official certificate of achievement from Istituto Marangoni, recognizing their participation in a renowned educational experience. As part of the commission's broader mission to support the creative industries and expand regional opportunities in modeling, this course helps develop local talent, foster professionalism, and elevate Saudi Arabia's presence within the international fashion ecosystem.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gisele Bündchen's $400M empire: How the supermodel rebuilt her life after divorce with Tom Brady and welcomed baby no. 3
Gisele Bundchen's Net Worth (Getty Images) Gisele Bündchen, 44, the supermodel and entrepreneur, maintains a $400 million fortune. Following her divorce from Tom Brady, she's celebrating a new baby with Joaquim Valente. Her financial focus has shifted to a diversified portfolio including eco-friendly brands, real estate, and strategic partnerships, alongside significant philanthropic efforts. Gisele Bündchen at 44: A new baby, a $400M fortune, and life beyond Tom Brady Gisele Caroline Bündchen, 44, has established herself as a powerhouse in fashion and business, boasting a $400 million net worth and $40 million in estimated annual income. Her life, marked by a 2009-2022 marriage to Tom Brady, now includes three children: Benjamin, Vivian, and a newborn son with current partner Joaquim Valente. Hailing from humble beginnings in Horizontina, Brazil, Gisele's path to global fame began at 14 when discovered by Elite Model Management. By 20, she was a global icon. She asserts, "Everything I am began in Brazil. The values, the family, the fire—that all came from home." Gisele redefined supermodeling in the early 2000s, promoting a healthier image. She was the world's highest-paid model for 14 years, earning over $500 million from modeling and endorsements, starring in hundreds of campaigns, covers, and shows. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 중년될수록 딱딱해지는 복부 "똥뱃살·나잇살" 싹~ 녹였다! 신현재 중년 복부비만 개선 더 알아보기 Undo She also famously wore two of the most expensive bras ever made. Today, Gisele's diversified empire includes her eco-conscious Sejaa Skincare and sustainable Ipanema Sandals. Her bestselling memoir, Lessons: My Path to a Meaningful Life, contributes to her income, alongside hotel co-ownership, extensive real estate investments, and ongoing brand partnerships. Her significant real estate ventures with Tom Brady included multi-million dollar properties. Post-divorce, Gisele continues expanding her portfolio, including a $17 million property in Florida's "Billionaire's Bunker.' In 2022, Gisele and Tom Brady divorced after 13 years. Gisele offered a nuanced view, stating, "Sometimes you grow together; sometimes you grow apart… That doesn't mean you don't love the person." Their prenup ensured a clean financial separation. February 2025 marked the arrival of her son with Joaquim Valente. A source confirmed, "It wasn't planned, but Gisele saw what kind of father Joaquim could be—and that changed everything.' A $57 million loss from her and Tom Brady's FTX ambassadorship in 2021 prompted Gisele to shift focus to stable, eco-conscious investments. Beyond her career, Gisele is a dedicated philanthropist and UN Goodwill Ambassador for the Environment, supporting Amazon rainforest protection and other causes. At 44, Gisele remains driven. "I have a huge list of things I want to do," she shared. "At this stage of my life, I feel more connected with my purpose." She prioritizes family, nature, and expanding her wellness empire. Her philosophy on success is clear: "I'm not just a model. I'm a mother, a businesswoman, and a student of life." She emphasizes purposeful wealth: "Money is great, but it's what you do with it that defines you." From a young age, she aimed to build more than just a public image: "I knew when I was young I didn't want to just be a pretty face. I wanted to build something.' Also Read: 'It's happening': Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld wedding buzz intensifies as Dion Dawkins backpedals on May 31 date Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
South China Morning Post
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet Floyd Mayweather's girlfriend, Gallienne Nabila: an influencer and model, she's worked with brands like Quay and Anastasia Beverly Hills, and even has her own non-profit
If you know anything about boxing, you know about Floyd Mayweather The American professional boxer, now 48, dominated the sport from the late 1990s through the 2010s, retiring with an undefeated record after winning 15 major world championships in five weight classes. While his entire career was spent in the spotlight, his personal life, including his relationship with influencer Gallienne Nabila, has been more private and less talked about. Here's what we know about the 27-year-old. She grew up in the pageant world Gallienne Nabila participated in beauty pageants from a young age. Photo: @gallienne/Instagram Advertisement Born on October 3, 1997, American model Gallienne Nabila was raised by parents who worked hard to provide for her and her brother, according to her social media posts. From a young age she participated in pageants, public speaking, dancing, community service and singing, eventually taking up modelling. She first gained attention online for her bikini photos and form-fitting outfits, and was even featured as Sports Illustrated's Lovely Lady of the Day in December 2016. Not long after, she signed with Elite Model Management and four years later joined another modelling powerhouse, Wilhelmina Models. In the past decade she has worked with brands like Quay, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Fashion Nova and Oh Polly, appearing in their social media promotions. She's had an on-off relationship with Mayweather Gallienne Nabila has had an on-off relationship with Floyd Mayweather. Photo: @gallienne/Instagram Mayweather and Nabila first connected in 2019, reports People, but by 2020 he was romantically linked with Anna Monroe, the lead dancer at his Las Vegas strip club, Girl Collection. Mayweather and Nabila weren't seen together again publicly until 2021, but even then things weren't exactly smooth. 'When we just reconnected from a 'break' and he said he hooked up [with] 20 girls and I said I went on a date …' Nabila allegedly posted about Mayweather on Instagram in July 2021. Despite their rocky history they seem to have patched things up. In 2022, Mayweather surprised Nabila with a new Mercedes-Maybach at her birthday celebrations in Malibu, California. The car reportedly cost US$172,000, said The US Sun.
Miami Herald
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘Australia's Next Top Model' star Lucy Markovic dies at 27 from brain condition
The star of 'Australia's Next Top Model,' Lucy Markovic, has died. She was 27. On April 10, a since-deleted statement was shared to Markovic's Instagram story confirming the news of her death. 'Dear friends and family, I regret to inform you that Lucy has passed,' the statement read, according to E! News. 'She was at peace. Me, her mother and my mother were present with her.' The message added, 'We ask you to please give us space in these hard times. May Lucy rest in peace.' In a statement shared by Markovic's modeling agency, Elite Model Management, she died following 'a brave battle' with a brain arteriovenous malformation. 'A brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a tangle of blood vessels that creates irregular connections between arteries and veins in the brain,' according to the Mayo Clinic. 'Lucy was a bright shining light, and had an incredible dry sense of humor. Her smile and laughter could light up a room, and draw you closer to her. She loved to dance, she really shined,' the statement shared by Elite Model Management continued. 'Modeling was one of Lucy's dreams, and we are deeply honored to have been part of that journey with her. She brought elegance, strength, and beauty to her work. But more than that, she brought herself — her warmth, her laughter, her light.' The Australian Broadcasting Corp. reported that Markovic was aware of her condition and opened up about it publicly on her social media pages in March. In her statement, Markovic explained her AVM was 'the size of a golf ball' and would require surgery to remove. That surgery reportedly took place on April 2. Her family and friends shared a second joint statement on her Instagram page on Friday, April 11. 'To our Loved Lucy, It is far too early for you to go,' the statement began alongside a video compilation from her never-released fitness app. 'Your sunshine, happiness and energy was spread from you everywhere you went.' 'You were so close to releasing your fitness app which you worked on so hard for the past 2 years. This short video is a behind the scenes of the shooting for your App, you are happy and that's the way we will always want you to be.' 'Your ambitions were always so high,' the statement added. 'In fact your dream was to be a Victoria Secret Angel, now you will be walking with all the Angels in heaven, they will all be jealous of you! We will keep your happiness and energy in our hearts and will focus on all the amazing moments you had in your life. For now, fly free, enjoy your journey and we will see each other again on the other side. We love you Lucy, forever.'
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lucy Markovic, star of ‘Australia's Next Top Model,' dies age 27
Model Lucy Markovic, who rose to fame on 'Australia's Next Top Model' and later walked runways for the likes of Armani and Versace, has died age 27. Her agency, Elite Model Management, announced her death via social media on Thursday, saying she had been battling a rare brain condition. A message confirming her death was also posted to Markovic's official Instagram stories, just hours after a post announced she was 'battling for her life.' Elite Model Management's statement went on to call Markovic 'a bright shining light,' adding: 'Modeling was one of Lucy's dreams, and we are deeply honored to have been part of that journey with her,' it continued. 'She brought elegance, strength, and beauty to her work. But more than that, she brought herself — her warmth, her laughter, her light.' Markovic was a teenager when she competed on the ninth season of 'Australia's Next Top Model,' a show based on Tyra Banks' 'America's Next Top Model,' in 2015. She finished runner up, losing out in the final to Brittany Beattie. She went on to forge a successful modeling career, appearing in campaigns for brands like Versace and Victoria Beckham, and walking catwalks for Oscar de la Renta, Bulgari, Givenchy and Dolce & Gabbana, among others. She also appeared in high-profile magazines including Marie Claire and various international editions of Vogue. Three weeks ago, Markovic announced on Instagram she would be undergoing surgery for a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a tangle of blood vessels that can lead to brain damage and stroke. She described the malformation as 'the size of a golf ball' and said she had experienced seizures. The post revealed she had battled the condition for four years. It featured a photo of herself in hospital, along with an image of a brain scan. 'Full flood of emotions in this time,' she had written in the caption. 'Life's a journey and I'm ready for the next chapter.' Tributes flooded in from across the fashion world on Thursday, with newly crowned Model of the Year Alex Consani among those leaving messages for Markovic on her Instagram account. Fashion icon Donatella Versace, who now serves as Versace's chief brand ambassador, also used the platform to pay tribute to Markovic. 'I am so sorry to hear the news about @lucymarkovicc,' wrote Versace, who last month stepped down as her family label's chief creative officer after 28 years. 'Rest in peace beautiful girl.' Markovic's Australian agency, Kult Australia, meanwhile wrote: 'Today, we lost a star… She was radiant, warm and a beautiful soul.'
