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New UK|August 21, 2023
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Ellie Goldstein, 21, was born with Down’s syndrome and told she would never walk. Now a successful model, she explains why she has loved proving her doubters wrong

“Have you ever felt like people underestimated you? Or just looked at you and assumed that you were incapable? 

That’s how I felt growing up – like I’d been put in a Down’s syndrome box.

“The doctors said I’d never walk or talk. But since I was young I was determined to prove them wrong.

“My modelling journey started when my mum signed me up to an agency her friend worked with. I’d always been a natural in front of the camera and I used to walk up and down in the living room at home like it was a catwalk.

“Since I started, my career has skyrocketed and I’ve made history as the first model with Down’s syndrome to front huge brands such as Nike and Adidas.

“My first pinch-me moment came in 2020, when I landed a Gucci campaign. Alongside modelling, I’ve managed to study dance at college. When I got the call saying the cover of Vogue was out [Ellie was a cover star for the May 2023 issue] I was with my classmates. I cried and screamed – I’ve never been so excited!

“Perhaps my proudest moment to date, though, was being asked to be an ambassador for the first Barbie with Down’s syndrome. When I saw the doll I felt so emotional and proud.

“Although I have faced challenges in my life, and still face stigma daily, I am strong enough to ignore it. I just know I’m capable of so much.

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