Alek Wek

ABOUT ALEK WEK

African born supermodel, fashion designer and former refugee who has modeled for Shiatzy Chen, John Galliano , Chanel, Donna Karan , Calvin Klein , and Jasper Conran .

She escaped turmoil in Sudan with her family at age 14.

She was named model of the year in 1997 by MTV and has been involved in many high profile fashion campaigns.

She grew up with eight siblings.

She once served as a guest judge on Tyra Banks ' hit show America's Next Top Model.