Explore the life and journey of Laith Ashley, a trailblazer in the modeling industry as the first trans man to be featured in a major campaign for American Apparel and Grindr. Learn about his advocacy for the trans community, his rise to fame, and his various accomplishments as a model, singer, and author.
Discover 20 interesting facts about Laith Ashley, including his upbringing, transition, and involvement in charity work. Read on to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs of this inspiring transgender model.
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Laith Ashley is a transgender model, singer, and advocate based in New York City.
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He began his career as a model, working for various fashion brands and designers.
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He gained recognition and fame after being cast as the only trans model in a music video for the popular hip-hop group, A$AP Mob in 2015.
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Laith Ashley is the first trans man to be featured in a major campaign for American Apparel and the first trans man to be featured in a national campaign for a dating app, Grindr.
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Laith Ashley has walked for various fashion designers in New York Fashion Week and other fashion events.
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He has been involved in various charity and community service efforts, including working with organizations that support trans youth and the LGBTQ community.
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Laith Ashley was born in the Dominican Republic and immigrated to the United States when he was 10 years old.
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Laith Ashley began his transition while working as a nurse in the Bronx.
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Laith Ashley has been an advocate for the trans community by speaking at events, participating in panel discussions, and working with organizations that support trans youth and the LGBTQ community.
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Laith Ashley starred in the reality TV show “Strut” which followed the lives of trans models and was aired on Oxygen channel in 2016.
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Laith Ashley has been featured in various campaigns for brands such as American Apparel, Grindr, and Barneys New York.
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Laith Ashley is a published author, his book, “Transition” was released in 2020, it is a memoir about his journey as a trans man, and it was a bestseller.
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Laith Ashley has modeled for various designers such as Chromat, Marco Marco, and Gypsy Sport and He has also been featured in the documentary film, “The Trans List” by HBO.
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He has also been featured in magazines such as “Out”, “The Advocate”, “Vogue” and “Elle”.
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Laith Ashley has appeared in multiple music videos, including “Yamborghini High” by A$AP Mob, and “Solo” by Clean Bandit ft. Demi Lovato and “Lavender Haze” by Taylor Swift.
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He has been invited to speak at various events such as the United Nations, the Human Rights Campaign, and the National Center for Transgender Equality.
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Laith Ashley is a vocal advocate for the rights of trans people and has been involved in various campaigns to raise awareness and support the trans community.
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Laith Ashley has also been a volunteer nurse and has been involved in providing medical care to marginalized communities.
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Laith Ashley has been a public speaker, sharing his story and experiences as a trans man to educate and raise awareness about the trans community.
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Laith Ashley currently continues to model, act, sing, and use his platform to raise awareness and advocate for the trans community.
He is planning to launch a podcast and is working on an album.
(Edited by Akash Thakur)
FAQs
Who is Laith Ashley?
Laith Ashley is a transgender model, singer, and advocate based in New York City. He gained recognition and fame after being cast as the only trans model in a music video for the popular hip-hop group, A$AP Mob in 2015.
What is Laith Ashley’s height and weight?
According to reports from Showbiz House, Laith Ashley stands at 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs about 60 kg. It’s important to note that these are reported measurements and may not be entirely accurate.
What is Laith Ashley’s gender?
Laith Ashley is a transgender man. He is a model, activist and influencer who uses his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and raise awareness about transgender issues.
Who Is Laith Ashley’s Partner or Wife?
It is not publicly known who is Laith Ashley’s partner or wife. Taylor Swift cast Laith Ashley as her love interest in a music video called “Lavender Haze”
What is Laith Ashley’s net worth?
Laith Ashley’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million. He has earned this money through his modeling, acting, and music careers. Additionally, his social media presence and endorsement deals have also contributed to his earnings.
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