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Bethann Hardison
Bethann Hardison | |
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| Born | September 30, 1942 |
| Children | Kadeem Hardison |
Bethann Hardison is an American fashion model and activist.[1] Hardison became one of the first high-profile black models after her appearance at the 1973 Battle of Versailles fashion show.[2] She is also known for her activism on diversity in the fashion industry.[3] Hardison has received several accolades for her work, including the 2014 CFDA Founders Award. Hardison is the mother of actor Kadeem Hardison.[4]
- ^ Commins, Leanna (April 29, 2019). "Bethann Hardison on the Battle of Versailles, Gucci's 'Blackface' Scandal and the Future of Black Designers". Fashionista. Retrieved May 9, 2019.
- ^ Peoples, Landon. "After Decades Of Diversity Work In Fashion, Bethann Hardison (Still) Didn't Come To Play". www.refinery29.com. Retrieved May 9, 2019.
- ^ "Bethann Hardison On Model Diversity And The Ever-Changing Face Of Fashion". NPR.org. Retrieved May 9, 2019.
- ^ Cadet, Danielle (September 21, 2017). "Whitley's World: A brief history of Bad and Boujee Black Girl Style". Andscape. Retrieved May 9, 2019.
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