This week, 24-year-old model Sofia Jirau became the first person with Down syndrome to appear in a campaign for Victoria's Secret. The Puerto Rican model appeared alongside 17 other women to promote ...

DENVER, Oct. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hollywood stars and self-advocates filled the red carpet in a powerful show of support for Global Down Syndrome Foundation (“GLOBAL”). Among the notable ...

Madeline Stuart has been posting pictures on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the attention of casting agents. Stuart, 18, says she wants to be a model on ad campaigns and walk down fashion ...

She's been called the first adult professional model with Down syndrome in the world, and this weekend she'll be taking the stage at New York Fashion Week. PHOTOS: Madeline Stuart, 18-year-old model ...

Stuart had teamed up with professional photographer Sarah Houston at bed-and-breakfast Rixey Manor, Virginia - a popular destination for weddings , where she modeled three different made by designer ...

CHESTERFIELD, Mo. (KTVI) — A Missouri 24-year-old has become the first American model with Down syndrome to represent a skincare line. Grace Strobel, a Chesterfield native, is the new face of the ...

A Vogue cover star will become the first Strictly Come Dancing contestant with Down’s syndrome. Ellie Goldstein, an actress and model, has been announced as the latest contestant for the upcoming ...

"Role models not runway models" is one designer's motto. — -- New York Fashion Week is known for pushing the envelope when it comes to designer duds. But today the celebrated -- and celebratory - ...