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Model wants to be first trans WOC cast by Victoria's Secret

Leyna Bloom shared her aspirations of becoming the first trans WOC to walk the Victoria's Secret show whilst highlighting their lack of diversity.
12/04/2018 04:00 PM

PICTURED: Leyna Bloom

AT PRESENT, there are two women of colour Victoria Secret angels - Jasmine Tookes and Lais Ribiero.

And as far as transwomen go or plus size models go, their are currently none that have ever signed a Victoria's Secret contract, showcasing the lack of diversity within the popular lingerie brand.

Whilst their 2017 showed more diversity in terms of models, the current roaster of VS models - including Adriana Lima, Lily Alridge, Taylor Hill, Romee Stride, Jasmine Tookes, Marloes Horst, Lais RIbiero plus more - still show a huge lack in representation.

One woman who really wants to change that it Leyna Bloom, who tweeted out a campaign to land a gig with Victoria’s Secret.

She wrote: ‘Trying to be the 1st trans model of colour [to] walk a #VictoriaSecret fashion show. #transisbeautiful #LeynaBloom.’

So far, her tweeted has been retweeted 29,000 times, with many backing her desire to get those coveted VS wings.

One twitter user said: "victoria secret give this goddess the platform asap" while another said: "You CAN and WILL do this and pave the way mama ❤️???? God Bless you !!"

Speaking to Yahoo, Bloom said: "It’s always been a dream for me, like so many others, not just trans – POC, all women, and some men even"

"This is a platform that glorifies femininity. ‘I always felt in my most natural state I am heavenly. For my trans sisters, regardless of color, this will be a moment for us all."

Posted on: 12/04/2018 04:00 PM

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