Bronx Native is First International Professional Model with Albinism

Shaun Ross, 26, from The Bronx is a Black model who has albinism and is the first such professional model and has been in Vogue and GQ.

Recently he posted an image with other models with unique, physical features like vitiligo which went viral.

His intentions? A message of self love according to the Daily Mail in the UK who reported on the story.

I remember when I entered the modeling industry and I was alone I did not believe that I could make such an impact but these beautiful men are just as courageous as me and they will continue to show the world how comfortable they are in their skin #inmyskiniwin #blackboymagic

A post shared by Shaun Ross (@shaundross) on Feb 10, 2018 at 10:42pm PST

Read the full story over at The Daily Mail.

Ed García Conde

Ed García Conde is a life-long Bronxite who spends his time documenting the people, places, and things that make the borough a special place in the hopes of dispelling the negative stereotypes associated with The Bronx. His writings are often cited by mainstream media and is often consulted for his expertise on the borough's rich history.