Nikki DuBose
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(1985-03-21) March 21, 1985 (age 40)
Meridian University
Nikki DuBose | |
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 Nikki DuBose at SI Swimsuit Swimfluence in 2022 | |
| Born | Tara Nicole DuBose (1985-03-21) March 21, 1985 (age 40) |
| Education | California Southern University (BA) Meridian University |
| Occupations | Model, actress, host |
Nikki DuBose (born Tara Nicole DuBose; March 21, 1985) is an American model, actress, and host. She is also a mental health advocate, ambassador, and founder of Live ED Free, an eating disorder recovery coaching service.[1][2]
DuBose was born in Charleston, South Carolina.[3][4] DuBose holds a B.A. in psychology from California Southern University and is currently[as of?] studying for a doctorate degree in psychology at Meridian University.[2][5]
Career
DuBose started out in modeling and has been photographed for magazines such as Maxim, Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Glamour.[5]
In an interview with People, DuBose disclosed that she was raped and sexually harassed during her time in the modeling industry, which "exacerbated" her eating disorders.[6]
DuBose has appeared on CBS LA[7] to talk about her recovery from mental health problems and how the unregulated modeling industry may have caused her problems. She has also spoken about her experiences on television programs such as The T.D. Jakes Show[8] and The Doctors.[9]
DuBose released her first publication in 2016. Titled Washed Away: From Darkness to Light, the memoir outlined her experiences within the modeling industry and the impact this had on her mental health.[10][1]
In 2016, DuBose lent her support for a Californian bill which aimed to ban the use of anorexic models.[11][12][13][14]
On January 4, 2017, the New York Daily News and Times Union profiled her advocacy with Senator Brad Hoylman as she pushed for the Omnibus Child Victims Act (S809) at the New York State Capitol, which will "make it easier for survivors to seek legal recourse."[15][16]
DuBose was also one of 35 models who signed an open letter to the fashion industry urging the prioritization of health and criticizing the industry’s promotion of extreme thinness. The letter was published shortly before New York Fashion Week 2017.[17]
DuBose served as a Celebrity Ambassador for The Shaw Mind Foundation, a global nonprofit based in the United Kingdom that offers support for those suffering from mental health issues.[18] She is currently an Ambassador for Darkness to Light, a nonprofit based in Charleston, South Carolina that provides awareness and education to help adults prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse and reduce stigma related to it.[19]
DuBose founded the coaching service Live ED Free in 2021.[20]
References
- 1 2 "Ex modelo de Maxim afirma que fue drogada y violada por fotógrafo y obligada a acostarse con agente para obtener trabajos" [Former Maxim model claims she was drugged and raped by photographer and forced to sleep with agent to get jobs]. La Opinión (in Spanish). November 30, 2021. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- 1 2 "Former model reveals she was drugged and 'brutally raped' at luncheon, says agent made her have sex". Express Digest. November 29, 2021. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ ""Harcèlement, viol, anorexie… Ma vie de mannequin a failli me détruire"" ["Harassment, rape, anorexia... My life as a model almost destroyed me"]. Closer (in French). April 16, 2018. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ "Recovery Warriors". South Magazine. November 23, 2015. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- 1 2 "Nikki DuBose " droguée et violée " par un photographe, le mannequin raconte son calvaire - Voici" [Nikki DuBose 'drugged and raped' by a photographer, the model recounts her ordeal]. Voici (in French). December 5, 2021. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ "Former Model Nikki DuBose Backing Bill to Fight Eating Disorders and Sexism". People.com. April 7, 2016. Retrieved January 29, 2017.
- ↑ "California May Become First State To Require Models To Obtain Doctor's Note In Order To Work". Losangeles.cbslocal.com. February 24, 2016. Retrieved January 29, 2017.
- ↑ "Former Model Nikki DuBose Talks Body Dysmorphic Disorder With TD Jakes". Lioness Magazine. October 22, 2016. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ Ekern, Baxter (June 20, 2018). "Nikki DuBose's Eating Disorder & Addiction Story". Eating Disorder Hope. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ "New Memoir 'Washed Away: From Darkness to Light' Reveals the Dark Side of the Modeling Industry". PR Newswire. October 4, 2016.
- ↑ "California considers banning anorexic models". SF Gate. February 22, 2016.
- ↑ "Op-Ed: Why models need labor protections". LA Times. April 11, 2016.
- ↑ Ellis, Blake; Hicken, Melanie (May 4, 2016). "Runway Injustice: How the modeling industry exploits young and vulnerable workers". CNNMoney. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ "California May Soon Take a Stand Against Dangerously Skinny Models". Esquire. February 25, 2016. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ "Sex abuse survivors lodge rallying cry for Child Victims Act". Nydailynews.com. January 4, 2017. Retrieved January 29, 2017.
- ↑ Karlin, Rick; Hamilton, Matthew (January 5, 2017). "Sour, sweet opening addresses for session". Times Union. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ "35 modelos escrevem carta aberta à indústria da moda criticando "práticas insalubres"" [35 models write open letter to fashion industry criticizing "unhealthy practices"]. globo.com (in Spanish). February 6, 2017.
- ↑ "The Shaw Mind Foundation – Our other patrons and vloggers". Shawmindfoundation.org. Archived from the original on November 29, 2016. Retrieved January 29, 2017.
- ↑ "Celebrating Our Heroes - Nikki DuBose". Darkness to Light. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ↑ Guy, Brittney (June 2, 2022). "Nikki Dubose, Helena, CA Brand Photoshoot For A Cover Model And Author". brittneyjeanphotography.com. Retrieved February 18, 2023.