Alek Wek: Biography, Facts and Career
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Alek Wek (born 16 April 1977) is a South Sudanese–British model and designer who began her fashion career at the age of 18 in 1995. She has been hailed for her influence on the perception of beauty in the fashion industry. She is from the Dinka ethnic group in South Sudan, but fled to Britain in 1991 to escape the civil war in Sudan. In 2015, she was listed as one of BBC's 100 Women.
Quick facts about Alek Wek
- Full name: Alek Wek
- Born: 1977-04-16
- Nationality: Sweden
- Known as: Fashion figure
- Wikidata ID: Q239508
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Who is Alek Wek?
Alek Wek (born 16 April 1977) is a South Sudanese–British model and designer who began her fashion career at the age of 18 in 1995.
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Alek Wek is Sweden.
When was Alek Wek born?
Alek Wek was born on 1977-04-16.
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