Khrystyana Kazakova

Khrystyana Kazakova (Russian: Кристиана Казакова; born 1985 or 1986 (age 39–40))^[1] is a Russian model^[2] involved actively in the body positive movement.

Early and personal life

Kazakova was born in Siberia, then she grew up in Ukraine.^[3] Her parents divorced when she was 15, where she stayed with her mother. Later on, her mother moved in with a Portuguese guy who lived in Hawaii, since then she moved to the United States.^[1] She resides in New York.^[4]

Career

Kazakova was the last eliminated on the 24th season of America’s Next Top Model.^[5] In 2017, she created The Real Catwalk,^[6] a series of fashion shows to celebrate all sizes and ethnicities. The shows have taken place in New York City and in London.^[7] In 2018, she also teamed up with photographer Peter DeVito to create “More Than Just a Trend.” The photo series address stereotypes about gender, diversity, and sexuality.^[8]

She has signed to be a model with One Management, Natural Models LA, Model Werk, Bridge Models and Nomad Management.^[9] Kazakova has appeared in ads for Warner's, Aerie, Ellos, Skims, Target and Khloe Kardashian's brand, Good American. She also featured as Playboy's November 2020 playmate.^[3]