Joan Smalls
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Born | Joan Smalls Rodriguez July 11, 1988 |
Alma mater | Interamerican University of Puerto Rico(BA) |
Occupation(s) | Model, television personality |
Years active | 2007–present |
Modeling information | |
Height | 1.79 m (5 ft10+1⁄2in) |
Hair color | Brown |
Eye color | Brown (EU) 83-61-87[1] |
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Joan Smalls Rodriguez(born July 11, 1988) is a Puerto Ricanmodeland television personality.[2]In 2011, she became the firstLatinamodel to representEstée Laudercosmetics.[3]In 2013, she enteredForbesmagazine's "World's Highest-Paid Models" list for the first time, ranking at number eight with over $3 million in earnings,[4]In January 2014, Smalls appeared on the "Return of theSupermodel"cover of AmericanElle.[5]In 2012, Smalls was ranked the number #1 model in the world by Models.com.[6][7][8]
Early life and education
[edit]Joan Smalls Rodríguez was born and raised inHatillo, Puerto Rico,with her two sisters.[9]Her father, Eric Smalls, is anaccountant,and isWest Indian,ofAfricanandIrishheritage, fromSaint Thomas.[10]Smalls' mother, Betzaida Rodríguez, is asocial worker,[11]who isPuerto Rican,and ofSpanishandTaínoheritage. Rodríguez also has distant Irish and Indian ancestry.[10]Smalls initially became interested in modeling as a teenager, entering local competitions. She met with a New York agency who told her she would have to correct her teeth in order to succeed; during that time she went to college.[12]Smalls graduatedmagna cum laudefrom theInteramerican University of Puerto Ricowith a bachelor's degree inpsychology.[13][14]Upon graduation, she moved to New York City to begin her modeling career.
Career
[edit]Modeling
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She was signed byElite Model Managementin 2007, and did commercial modeling jobs such asNordstrom,Liz Claiborne,andSass & bide.[12][15]In 2009, she left Elite and switched toIMG Modelsworldwide, where she changed her focus to runway work. She was chosen as aGivenchyexclusive forRiccardo Tisci's Spring/SummerHaute Coutureshow in January 2010, and her modeling career gained traction.[12]
Since working for Givenchy, Smalls has modeledhaute coutureandready-to-wearcollections for top designers and fashion houses such asChanel,Prada,Gucci,Marc Jacobs,Tom Ford,Isabel Marant,Burberry,Moschino,Miu Miu,Bottega Veneta,Lanvin,Missoni,Chloé,Alexander Wang,Versace,Balenciaga,Yves Saint Laurent,Louis Vuitton,Hermès,Jean Paul Gaultier,Balmain,Fendi,Dior,DSquared²,Valentino,Oscar De La Renta,DVF,Tommy Hilfiger,Anna Sui,Stella McCartneyand many more. She has appeared in shows forfashion weekinNew York,London,Milan,andParis.In 2010, Smalls began modeling forVictoria's Secretand has appeared in their 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
She has appeared in editorials for several international editions ofVogue,Harpers Bazaar,i-D,GQ,Dazed & Confused,Elle,Industrie,Interview,American and SpanishV,GlamourandW.Her international covers include the Italian, American, Australian, Japanese, Turkish, Brazilian, Mexican, Latin American, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and German editions ofVogue;the British, French, Dutch, South African, Turkish, Belgium, Italian and American editions ofElle;the South African, Mexican, Latin American and British editions ofGQ;and the American, British, Japanese, Brazilian, Kazakhstan, Bulgarian, Dutch, Thai, Czech, Singaporean, Malaysian, Argentine, Vietnamese, Taiwanese, German, Spanish, Korean, Latin American, Mexican, Indian, Arabian and Greek editions ofHarper's Bazaar.She has appeared on the cover ofNuméro,W,W Korea,Lui,Porter,Garage,Lucky,Dazed & Confused,Glam Belleza Latina,The Last Magazine,V,10,Madame Figaro,Self,Grazia,The Edit,The Impression,Caras,ES Magazine,WSJ,POP,i-D,032c,Narcisse,Documentary Beauty,WWD,Glamour,StylistandCR Fashion Book.In September 2013, Smalls and fellow modelKarlie Klossappeared on a feature ofVanity Fair,which dubbed them "The NewSupers".[16]She appeared in the 2012 and 2014Pirelli Calendar.She also featured on the cover of AmericanVogue's September 2014 issue. In 2018, Joan Smalls was featured as one of the CR Calendar Girls representing the month of February, inCR Fashion Book's first ever calendar. She was styled byCarine Roitfeld,editor-in-chief ofCR Fashion Book& fashion stylist and shot by photographerSteven Klein.
Smalls has been photographed by fashion photographers such asSteven Meisel,Mert and Marcus,Steven Klein,Mario Sorrenti,Mario Testino,Peter Lindbergh,Patrick Demarchelier,Nick Knight,Karl Lagerfeld,Annie Leibovitz,Craig McDean,Hans Feurer,Terry Richardson,David Sims,Inez & Vinoodh,Norman Jean Roy, Camilla Akrans, Henry Dingo, Alasdair McLellan,Ellen Von Unwerth,Emma Summerton, Josh Olins, Mikael Jansson, Daniel Jackson, Tom Munro, Willy Vanderperre,Michael Thompson,Gilles Bensimon,Luigi Murenu, Daniele + Iango, Sean & Seng,Sebastian Faena,Sølve Sundsbø, Giampaolo Sgura,Cass Bird,Roe Ethridge,Richard Bush, Cedric Buchet, Daniel Zaretsky, Henrique Gendre, Txema Yeste, Victor Demarchelier, Boo George, Matt Jones,Russell James,Charlotte Wales, Chris Colls,Todd Hido,Jason Kibbler,Greg Kadel,Marcus Ohlsson,Carter Smith,Sebastian Kim, Vivian Sassen, Cuneyt Akeroglu, Luigi & Iango, Zee Nunes, Matthew Welch, Greg Swales, Luke Gilford,Brigitte Lacombe,Mariano Vivanco,Glen Luchfordand Lachlan Bailey.
Smalls is the first Puerto Rican fashion model chosen by brands to front their advertising campaigns, includingGucci,Gucci Eyewear,Chanel,Fendi,Fendi eyewear,Versace,Versace Eyewear,Balmain,Calvin KleinJeans,Givenchy,Givenchy Eyewear,Roberto Cavalli,Lacoste,Gap,J Crew,Ralph Lauren,Studio W.,Neiman Marcus,Barneys New York,Bloomingdale's,Free People,W Hotels,Mercedes-Benz,Next,Ogilvy,Target,Smartwater,Hanesx Karla,H&M,Katie Grandfor Hogan, ICB, Smart & Sexy,Americana Manhasset,La Maison Simons,True Religion,Giambattista Valli,David Yurman,Estée Lauder,Ports 1961,Rag & Bone,Prabal Gurung,Hugo Boss,Hugo Boss Eyewear,Tiffany & Co.,Alexander Wang,Stella McCartney,Missoni,and Missoni Eyewear,Stuart Weitzman,United Colors of Benetton,Calvin KleinUnderwear,Joe Fresh,Replay,Moschino,Liu·Jo,Liu·Jo eyewear,Karl Lagerfeld,Bottega Veneta,Bottega Veneta Eyewear,Dsquared²,Etam,Animale,Brandon Maxwell,Michael Kors,Marc Jacobs,Miu MiuCruise,Tom Ford,Tom Ford Eyewear andJimmy Choo.
In late 2017,Jeremy Scott,creative director of the fashion house Moschino, unveiled Joan Smalls as the new face for the new Moschino fragrance, Fresh Couture Gold, shot by Giampaolo Sgura. This marked Joan Smalls first fragrance campaign.
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In September 2012, Smalls was named "Model of the Year" at the 9th Annual "Style Awards". SupermodelImanpresented Smalls with the award.[15]In 2013, Smalls ranked #8 onForbesmagazine's "World's Highest-Paid Models" list, earning an estimated $3.5 million.
In September 2012, Smalls was ranked #1 on the "Top 50 Models" list by Models.com.[a]She remained at the top of the list until August 2014, when the site named her as one of the "New Supers".[17]In January 2014, Smalls appeared on the cover of AmericanElleand was featured in the article "The Return of the Supermodel: It's Joan Smalls".
Other
[edit]In 2017,W HotelsWorldwide appointed Supermodel Joan Smalls as the first ever Global Fashion Innovator. Smalls will help create, shape and innovate W's global fashion platform around the world. From special appearances and distinct collaborations to exclusive in-room and digital content, Smalls will add her signature style and taste to the W Hotel guest experience.[18]
Cosmetic contracts
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In 2011,Estée Laudersigned Smalls to its line-up of global beauty ambassadors.[19]She is the first Latina signed to a worldwide campaign for the brand. Richard Ferretti, Estée Lauder's global creative director stated, "The word supermodel is overused, but if there's any woman of our generation who deserves the title, it's Joan. She can go from looking girl-next-door to superchic-tough-strong—and she is all of that."[20][21]
In 2015, Smalls teamed up with Estée Lauder to create 12 New Matte Lipsticks for the cosmetics giant. The Supermodel provided inspiration for the 12 new shades, including a broad selection of reds, pinks, chocolatey browns and a dark burgundy (all permanent additions to the Estée Lauder line).[22]
Television and media
[edit]Smalls served as co-host (along with modelKarlie Kloss) of theMTVfashion seriesHouse of Style.She was featured alongside singerBruno Marsin the June 2011 edition ofVogue.[23]In 2006 she appeared inRicky Martin's "It's Alright" music video.[24]In November 2013, she co-starred with actorMichael K. Williamsin the music video and short film for the American rapperASAP Rocky's track "Phoenix", written byAsia ArgentoandFrancesco Carrozziniand directed by Carrozzini. In 2013, she appeared inBeyoncé's "Yoncé"video.[25]In 2017, she appeared as a guest judge on the ninth season of the reality competitionRuPaul's Drag Race.[26]
Design
[edit]In 2015, Smalls designed a denim collection,Joan Smalls x True Religion.PhotographerSteven Kleinshot Smalls for theTrue Religioncollection ad campaign.[27]In 2017, Smalls teamed up with theSmart and Sexybrand, to create a line of lingerie and swimwear to be sold atWalmart.[28]
Awards and nominations
[edit]Year | Award | Category | Work | Outcome |
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2012 | Style Awards | Model of the Year | Numerous | Won |
Philanthropy
[edit]Smalls is involved with a non-profit organization called Project Sunshine, where she helps children with medical needs.[29]Smalls was part of the ‘Jeans for Refugees’ campaign, aJohny Darproject and artistic fundraising initiative dedicated to helping refugees around the world, with all proceeds going to the International Rescue Committee. She has also been involved with The Garden of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit organization that works with The Madison Square Garden Company and MSG Networks, Inc. to positively impact the lives of children facing obstacles.[30]
Personal life
[edit]As of July 2018, she was dating entrepreneur Bernard Smith.[31]They had dated since 2011.[31]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]Year | Title | Role | Director |
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2017 | John Wick: Chapter 2 | Continental Female Assassin | Chad Stahelski |
2018 | Set It Up | Suze | Claire Scanlon |
Television
[edit]Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2010 | Videofashion | Herself | Joan Smalls - Model Profile -Videofashion |
2011–2016 | Victoria's Secret Fashion Show | Herself | AnnualVictoria's Secret Fashion Show |
2012 | The Style Awards | Herself | The Style Network9th Annual Style Awards |
2015 | Victoria's Secret Swim Special | Herself | Victoria's Secret Swim SpecialinPuerto Rico |
2017 | RuPaul's Drag Race | Herself | Episode: "Gayest Ball Ever" |
2018 | Lip Sync Battle | Herself | Episode: "S4.E7Luis Fonsivs Joan Smalls " |
2018 | Movie Night with Karlie Kloss | Herself | Episode: "S1.E6Hitch" |
Music videos
[edit]Year | Title | Artist | Director(s) |
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2006 | "It's Alright" | Ricky Martin | Simón Brand |
2013 | "Phoenix" | ASAP Rocky | Francesco Carrozzini |
2014 | "Yoncé" | Beyoncé | Ricky Saiz |
2016 | "Wolves" | Kanye West | Steven Klein |
2016 | "Fuego" | Juanes | Kacho López |
2017 | "Hermosa Ingrata" | Juanes | Kacho López |
2018 | "Està Rico" | Marc Anthony,Will Smith,Bad Bunny | Carlos Perez |
References and notes
[edit]- ^ab"FMD Profile of Joan Smalls".Fashion Model Directory.RetrievedOctober 20,2014.
- ^Grinberg, Emanuella (February 17, 2012)."Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls breaks down color barriers, one runway at a time".CNN.RetrievedMarch 15,2012.
- ^"First Latina face of Estee Lauder - Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls breaks down color barriers, one runway at a time".CNN.September 2, 2012.RetrievedAugust 8,2015.
- ^"The World's Highest-Paid Models, 2013 – Joan Smalls Rodriguez-No.8".Forbes.August 20, 2013.RetrievedAugust 20,2013.
- ^Young, Molly (December 4, 2013)."The Return of the Supermodel: It's Joan Smalls".Elle.RetrievedMarch 11,2020.
- ^"Numero Uno: Joan Smalls | models.com MDX".Models.com.Retrieved2018-11-14.
- ^"New Supers".Models.com.RetrievedMarch 11,2020.
- ^"The Money Girls".Models.com.
- ^Macalister-Smith, Tilly (February 16, 2017)."Joan Smalls on race, rejection and refusing to take no for an answer".Evening Standard.
- ^abBinlot, Ann (February 5, 2014)."Joan Smalls Says She and Cara Delevingne Still Get Nervous Before Runway Shows".Fashionista.RetrievedFebruary 9,2014.
- ^"The Return of the Supermodel: It's Joan Smalls".Elle Magazine.December 4, 2013.RetrievedDecember 6,2013.[dead link]
- ^abcWatts, Matt (February 15, 2017)."Joan Smalls: A model agent told me you can't be black and have crooked teeth".Evening Standard.
- ^"GOING STRONG With Joan Smalls".PORTER.Net-a-Porter.
- ^"Supermodel Joan Smalls's Beautiful World".Wall Street Journal.Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
- ^ab"Joan Smalls".Business of Fashion. 18 February 2021.
- ^Carl, Michael (September 2013)."Two for the Mode".Vanity Fair.RetrievedOctober 19,2014.
- ^"New Supers".models.com.
- ^Kline, Katie (April 10, 2017)."A Model Guest: W Hotels Worldwide Names Joan Smalls First Global Fashion Innovator".Marriott.RetrievedAugust 27,2017.
- ^"Estee Stories Article: Jump On It".Estée Lauder Australia Official Site.Retrieved2018-06-19.
- ^Chernikoff, Leah (December 4, 2013)."From Tomboy To Supermodel: Charting Joan Smalls' Runway Rise".Elle Magazine.Archived fromthe originalon 2013-12-11.RetrievedDecember 6,2013.
- ^Grinberg, Emanuella (September 7, 2012)."Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls breaks down color barriers, one runway at a time".CNN.RetrievedSeptember 7,2012.
- ^Regensdorf, Laura (August 3, 2015)."Exclusive! Model Joan Smalls on Her 12 New Matte Lipsticks for Estée Lauder".Vogue.RetrievedAugust 5,2017.
- ^"Bruno Mars and Joan Smalls in Puerto Rico".Vogue.January 16, 2012. Archived fromthe originalon October 26, 2014.RetrievedMay 15,2012.
- ^Blasberg, Derek (December 23, 2011)."Model Q & A: Joan Smalls".Mr. Blasberg.Archived fromthe originalon 2013-12-27.RetrievedMarch 23,2014.
- ^Busis, Hillary (December 24, 2013)."Beyonce gets down with grills and girls in new 'Yonce' video – WATCH".Entertainment Weekly.RetrievedDecember 30,2013.
- ^"'RuPaul's Drag Race': Celeb Guest Judges Announced For Season 9 ".AccessOnline.NBCUniversal Media, LLC. 16 March 2017.
- ^Remsen, Nick (February 18, 2015)."Exclusive: Model Joan Smalls Unveils Her New Denim Collection for True Religion".Vogue.RetrievedAugust 2,2017.
- ^BOF, Team (June 26, 2017)."News Bites Joan Smalls' Designs on Mass-Market Lingerie".BOF.Archived fromthe originalon July 10, 2017.RetrievedAugust 2,2017.
- ^Davies, Dean Mayo (July 12, 2012)."Joan Smalls Goes Big".Dazed.RetrievedDecember 13,2013.
- ^Fure, Rana (April 25, 2017)."The Garden of Dreams Foundation".Hollywood Life.Archived fromthe originalon July 12, 2017.RetrievedJuly 16,2017.
- ^ab"Meet The Husbands And Boyfriends Of Victoria's Secret Supermodels".Business Insider.Retrieved2021-10-24.
- ^The list system has since gone alphabetical rather than ranking numerically. Smalls has been the last model to reach number one before that change.
External links
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- Joan SmallsatIMDb
- Joan Smalls onIMG ModelsArchived2021-01-07 at theWayback Machine
- Joan SmallsatFashion Model Directory
- 1988 births
- Living people
- IMG Models models
- Interamerican University of Puerto Rico alumni
- People from Hatillo, Puerto Rico
- Puerto Rican female models
- Puerto Rican people who self-identify as being of Taíno descent
- People of Afro–Puerto Rican descent
- Puerto Rican people of Indian descent
- Puerto Rican people of Irish descent
- Puerto Rican people of Spanish descent
- Puerto Rican people of European descent
- Puerto Rican television personalities
- Hispanic and Latino American female models