Tyson Beckford (born December 19, 1970) is an American supermodel and actor, widely recognized as one of the most influential male models of the 1990s. Rising to fame through his iconic partnership with Ralph Lauren, he became the first African American male model to grace the cover of GQ magazine in 1995. Known for his chiseled physique and charismatic presence, Beckford has appeared on covers of Vogue, Esquire, and People's 'Sexiest Man Alive' lists. He broke racial barriers in high fashion, paving the way for diversity in the industry. Beyond modeling, he has acted in films and TV shows, including 'The Sopranos' and 'Lethal Weapon', and hosted reality series. Beckford remains a symbol of male modeling excellence and cultural inclusion.
