Lerato Moloi

Biography

Lerato Moloi is a South African fashion model who became the face of Elizabeth Arden in 2009, breaking racial barriers for the cosmetics brand. Initially interested in psychology, she discovered her passion for modeling at 17 after visiting a modeling agency with her mother and sister. The industry controversy surrounding her weight was sparked by a New York agency's suggestion that she lose weight before modeling, which Moloi countered with her advocacy on UV protection for women of color.