If you think judge Simon Cowell on "American Idol" caused contestants to crumble and cry then get ready for another titan to emerge on reality television. Andre Leon Talley, Vogue Editor at Large is a juggernaut in the Fashion World who will be shearing and stitching Cycle 14 model wannabees on America's Next Top Model. The show has needed a face lift and at six feet seven foot this Giant has the final word on who works and who walks the runway. Not since self proclaimed "the first super model" Janice Dickerson left the show has there been a heat surging on the set. Mr. Talley is the status quo of Fashion and is known for his visionary insight to break out the new "IT" statements with his eclectic mix of wit, drama, intelligence and razor sharp insights.
Infusing " haute" standards and classic structure have been his trademarks. As an African-American he is a pioneer in the Fashion field for holding the highest post at Vogue second only to Vogue Editor Anna Wintour. Known as the dynamic and dangerous due these two have led to many first in Fashion. Italien Vogue magazine has been the only fashion bible to feature an All Black issue for women of color who have been sidelined by designers for decades. Needless to say he was involved in this momentous project. We must not forget that while some walked in marches he marched into the office and brought in legions of Ethnic beauties and talents to work in the Fashion field in front and behind the camera.
Graduating from North Carolina Central Univerisity and then receiving his masters from Brown University in French is a statement to his pursuit of education and the finer things in life. Blessed with the visionary foresight to choose new designers and herald them before the world has been a staple in his careeer. He is a source of inspiration that with education , committment , and faith one can reach the top of their chosen field.
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