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“We're fighting a stigma: fat. People are really scared of fat. And I think we need to change people's minds and show that you can be bigger and you can be beautiful just as you are. It's about being and loving yourself and once I discovered that, life got much easier.”

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Crystal Renn
Crystal Renn

Crystal Renn (born June 18, 1986) is an American fashion model known for her work in both straight and plus-size modeling. Discovered at age 14, she initially modeled as a sample size before transitioning to plus-size modeling in 2005. She has appeared on covers of major fashion magazines including Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and worked with luxury brands such as Chanel and Givenchy. Renn authored the memoir "Hungry" in 2009, detailing her experiences in the fashion industry. She is a prominent advocate for body positivity and diversity in fashion. more

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