Veronica Webb
Model, actress, and writer with notable roles
Born
February 25th, 1965
60 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent American model, actress, and writer, celebrated for significant contributions to the fashion industry and entertainment. Gained recognition as the first African American model to sign a cosmetics contract with Revlon. Acted in films such as 'Mozart in the Jungle' and 'The Soul of the Game'. Also worked as a writer and contributed to various publications. Her multifaceted career reflects a blend of modeling, acting, and literary endeavors.
First African American model for Revlon
Appeared in 'Mozart in the Jungle'
Acted in 'The Soul of the Game'
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