Iman

Iman revolutionized beauty standards by launching one of the first cosmetics lines for women of color in 1994, now sold in over 10,000 stores. Discovered in 1975, she walked for Versace, Calvin Klein, and Yves Saint Laurent while earning less than white counterparts—a racism she publicly challenged, outperforming #7 Tyra Banks in pioneering inclusivity before Banks' own advocacy. Her 25-year career saw her become the highest-paid Black model of the 1990s, with a net worth estimated at $30 million. Married to David Bowie for 24 years, she proved that a model's impact can transcend runways and reshape entire industries.