November 15th 2024.
Kate Moss, the iconic British supermodel, recently opened up about a past photoshoot that still haunts her to this day. At only 15 years old, Kate did a topless fashion shoot that left her with an emotional scar she carries with her. Despite proudly displaying her body in the industry since she was discovered at 14, this particular shoot continues to bring tears to her eyes.
In a recent interview, Kate shared that the shoot for The Face fashion magazine, which launched her career, was also one of the most difficult experiences of her life. The late photographer Corinne Day captured the iconic images, but looking back on them still brings up painful memories for Kate. She revealed that she was self-conscious during the shoot due to a mole on her right breast and her young age. She even admitted to crying a lot during the shoot and not wanting to take her clothes off.
During the shoot, Kate was able to have some control and even asked one of the team members, Drew Jarett, to turn around because she was so shy. She explained, "I was really shy at the time, so I would make Drew turn around because he was straight and I was like, 'I'm not having him look at me.' It was a vulnerable experience for her, but it ultimately launched her successful career.
However, there was a dark side to her early years in the industry. Kate revealed that she was often told that if she didn't pose topless, she wouldn't be booked for another job. Despite her discomfort, she had to push through and do it, or risk losing future opportunities. She even shared that she cried about it and had to get over her insecurities to continue working.
Kate also opened up about the impact this early fame had on her family, especially her brother Nick. She was only 15 years old and still in school when she did the topless shoot, and her brother was teased by his classmates because of it. She believes he may have suffered more than she did about the whole situation.
Despite these challenges, Kate has received immense support from the fashion industry, especially during her more difficult moments. In 2005, she faced a scandal when photographs of her with her boyfriend Pete Doherty, who was known for his drug use, were published. She lost a £1million contract with H&M and went to rehab. However, she was quickly welcomed back into the industry with open arms and received support from her colleagues.
Kate's career is still one of the most successful in the modelling industry. She has been named one of the highest-paid models in the world and topped Forbes' list in 2018, earning £9 million. Although she retired from the runway in 2004, she has made a few appearances in recent years, including walking the Victoria's Secret runway last month with her daughter Lila, and for brands like Bottega Veneta and Fendace.
Despite her ongoing success, Kate still remembers the challenges she faced in her early years in the industry. But she has persevered and become an inspiration for many, proving that even in the face of adversity, one can rise above it and achieve great things.
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