
MAYBELLINE NEW YORK announced that Jessica White has become its newest spokesperson, joining Christy Turlington, Erin Wasson, Adriana Lima, Tomiko Fraser, Julia Stegner and Zhang Ziyi, reports Lucire.
White is best known for her appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show catwalk. Some dubbed her "the new Iman", based on her African–American heritage.
Originally from Brooklyn, NY, White was discovered when she was 16 and moved to Paris soon after. She modelled in campaigns for Chloe and the Gap, became a regular on the catwalks and has appeared in Harper’s Bazaar and Teen Vogue.
She has had an acting appearance - in the otherwise forgettable Big Momma’s House 2—and has featured in a music video for John Legend and Jay-Z.
"Maybelline products are a part of every woman's life and I am so honoured to represent the African–American community for a brand I have grown up with," White says.
The campaigns featuring White begin running in February 2008.