Tyra Banks (THEN)
Commencing her modeling journey at a mere 15, Tyra Banks made history by becoming the first African American Woman to grace the covers of GQ and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, where she appeared three times.
From 1997 to 2005, she held the coveted Victoria’s Secret Angel title. By 2000, Banks had secured her place as one of the world’s most renowned models, commanding one of the highest salaries in the industry.
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