Awar Odhiang Named 2026 Model of the Year After Viral Chanel Runway Moment
South Sudanese-Canadian model Awar Odhiang has been named Model of the Year at The Fashion Awards 2026. She is set to receive the honour at London’s Royal Albert Hall on 30 November. Odhiang drew wider attention after closing Matthieu Blazy’s first Chanel show in October 2025. Her joyful final-walk moment, which included a twirl and an embrace with Blazy, went viral. She was also the third Black woman to close a Chanel show, following Alek Wek and Adut Akech. Her work includes runways for Prada, Versace and Miu Miu, as well as campaigns for major fashion houses. She has also spoken about the need for greater representation of Black models in luxury fashion.
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