Ashley Graham is a popular American model. Raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, Graham was scouted by the I & I agency while shopping at Oak View Mall in Omaha. A year later, at age 12, Graham began modeling with Wilhelmina Models.

Graham made some of her first appearances in editorials like YM magazine, Glamour editorial, and more. In 2010, Graham became a household name after appearing in a controversial Lane Bryant TV commercial that garnered over 800,000 views on YouTube, covered by major news outlets like The Huffington Post, resulting in her appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

Since then, Graham has become a significant figure in the fashion space, modeling for designers like Michael Kors, Love Mag, Dolce and Gabbana, H&M, Tommy Hilfiger, Rag & Bone, Christian Siriano, and more.

Additionally, Graham made waves for plus-sized models within the industry, being the first plus-sized model to appear on a cover for Vogue Magazine, and to be one of the first to be featured on a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue cover.

Outside of modeling, Graham has become an advocate of body positivity, being one of the most notable figures within these movements.