Iman our Queen on Being Discovered, the Black Girls Coalition, and Being a Grandma | No Filter

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Today I sit down with the queen herself, Iman, to discuss her storied career and how she became one of the most famous supermodels ever.
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About Naomi Campbell:
Naomi was born in London, England and discovered as a fashion model at age 15. Throughout her career, she's fronted the covers of over 1000 magazines, been featured in campaigns for celebrated houses including Burberry, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Marc Jacobs, and Louis Vuitton, and walked iconic shows for Chanel, Azzedine Alaia, Christian Dior, and Versace.
Beyond her work in the fashion & entertainment industries, Campbell has used her celebrity for an array of fundraising and non-profit initiatives across the globe. Environmentalism, as well as Human Rights and Global Health, as it specifically pertains to women and children, have been critical sectors of Campbell’s work. She has even formed her own non-profit, Fashion For Relief.
Today, Campbell is undoubtedly solidifying her place as a cultural innovator- using her incredible platform and success for positive change across industries around the world.
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[@lalala6275]

Naomi & Iman the most beautiful supermodels EVER. 🤩🤩

[@geraldsoon957]

Bet u said the same to the other 4.

[@lalala6275]

@@geraldsoon957 what?

[@prettyhandsomegang5227]

There all beautiful ppl have too learn too give compliments without kicking others down

[@lilirose9318]

Tyra is the most beautiful

[@candyberries4132]

Wow, iam fan girling!! Gosh! 🤩

[@alright14]

They together paved the way for all the black models, especially Iman.

[@tashagee3566]

Before them was Naomi Simms who was the black model in the 60s

[@alright14]

@@tashagee3566 Beverly Johnson

[@alright14]

@Rokhaya Ndiaye Mounia

[@showerrodstrong7802]

@Rokhaya Ndiaye in all honesty, i wouldn't include Donyale Luna in that list. she seemed to have a complex about being called Black. i can understand with the social climate of her era, but i personally don't think she should be romanticized as Black when she tried to distance herself from it.

[@Ezarhia_The_Fulani]

A

[@wolfgang9099]

IMAN: “And by the way, I wasn’t discovered. I wasn’t lost to be discovered.” Iconic.

[@casylonianetworkstv]

Oh well, she still used the word discovered her several times in the interview. It was not a negative stereotyping by Naomi. But I also like that Iman said what she said. It's her life.

[@goodgirl140]

Iman is so much more than a pretty face. She’s intelligent, wise, glamorous, strong, but also so down to earth, humble, and has a great sense of humour. Love her so much 😍

[@oncode7735]

Strongly feminine for sure

[@raynarounds8957]

What else would expect from an older black woman? Stop being surprised by BLACK EXCELLENCE. Good Gawd

[@iconsonscreen7291]

@@raynarounds8957 are you being offended? Because all i read from that comment was just beautiful things

[@Firespawnable]

@@iconsonscreen7291 yeah she was just complimenting Iman so they need to chill 🙄

[@johnnyarellano7653]

She’s 65!!! She has the spirit of a 25 year old in the best way possible

[@harmonymiller1211]

She's just simply wonderful! :)

[@ocroafff5527]

She is from somalia

[@mtstevens9693]

Agreed! Still beautiful!

[@ocroafff5527]

She is beatufull becouse she is simalian

[@ryokohonda4619]

She can still slay the runway with that look

[@gracevictorious3922]

I'm so thankful to be a Black African woman. Darker than midnight, gentle as a feather, tough as steel

[@doctordl7757]

That was so beautiful

[@gracevictorious3922]

@@doctordl7757 Thank you

[@donaway6]

They do not call themselves Africans..they have a superior attitude.

[@zhenhuo607]

No matter what color we have, we should be thankful because we are humans. Black, brown or white are just the same. Same level and equal

[@beproud5447]

@@donaway6 who, they?

[@CK1000ism]

I like how she says we don't want friendships, we want allies. Very powerful.

[@letoyajohnstone191]

💖❤🖤

[@kerrya2128]

💯On point 👍

[@juehlwillis4699]

Gotta use that ...LINE!!!!

[@premierjourr]

Naomi is a better interviewer than many others who do this job their whole life

[@sadiqhersi5968]

Right! Totally agree with you!

[@danavixen6274]

That says alot! Agreed!

[@DaySellsDetroit]

I agree. 100%

[@DaySellsDetroit]

I feel like they're more conversations between friends than interviews. I LOVE IT!

[@AshMukherjeeOfficial]

Absolutely. She knows how to listen.

[@SuperToocool4skool]

IMAN is an actual queen. A fashion icon. Legendary. 💫

[@waterbearer4627]

Iman is very wise, forthright and blunt about the industry and what happened behind the scenes. Its refreshing and earnest. Iman had the intelligence, calm maturity and professionalism to handle the industry.

[@shaunwallace5141]

100%

[@mitsij1390]

She's of a pure heart

[@eggedon6112]

Iman ARRIVED, she was not "discovered"! I 😍😍😍 that!

[@svetlana7904]

Yes, yes, Iman is soooo intelligent and

[@svetlana7904]

@@shaunwallace5141 yes Iman is sooooo modest and intelligent but Naomi is dum and wants to show off, never been a fan of her

[@user-wx9xr8rl8g]

IMAN: "When we walk into a door, we want to leave THAT door wide open, so others can step in." Phenomenal!❤

[@Reesa89]

She makes me so proud to be Somali. I love her. She’s so graceful, powerful and beyond beautiful. What a woman!

[@munirayussuf3575]

true

[@fatimaashoor7302]

Mash'Allah

[@just4now492]

No filter with Yasmeen Ghauri. Cmon Naomi you’re the only one that could get an exclusive interview

[@ld8797]

That would be EPIC!!!

[@aless2902]

This is the interview I'm waiting for!

[@akramgenshingaming]

PLEAAAAAAASEEEEEEEE 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@JaneDoane]

I don't think this gonna happen tho !

[@Firespawnable]

@@JaneDoane I don't think Yasmeen would agree to do it either but it would be incredible if it did happen because we only have old stuff of her I would love to see Yasmeen in 2021 😍💕

[@marywintourable]

Recall how Iman said when she first started her career, they tried to pit her against Beverly Johnson. Well, I just noticed that in Iman's "My Tribe of Beauties" photograph, Beverly is seated next to Iman, with her hand on Iman's shoulder. They tried to pit these Queens against each other AND THEY FAILED! Huzzah!

[@jasintz9245]

Iman never entertained it! Unfortunately they succeeded pitting Naomi and Tyra..

[@peterdavino4408]

You know they only pit these women against one another because that's what sells. That's why people read gossip columns and all that.

[@MsLBN]

That did unfortunately happen between Tyra and Naomi. But they did come together and talk about it on Tara's show and she was to the point! but Naomi apologized. It's sad that it's not just that industry that this happens.

[@corneliuswashington9218]

Get Imans 1st book...she explains it...get Beverlys recent book...she really had a very serious talk with Naomi and Tyra...and still they didn't listen...

[@marywintourable]

@@corneliuswashington9218 thank you. I have iman’s book already but I’ll get Beverley’s.

[@caligulacaligula2810]

Back in the 1970s, Iman was the reason why I went into fashion. I never met her in New York, but one day, I will !!!

[@susansmith4349]

I love how Iman kept saying... I knew my worth...I didn't want to accept less...Iman is the queen of how to keep your head and heels high and standards even HIGHER...

[@jernesehill1808]

“ There is a space for both of us” Queen Iman 2021. Sisters we are NOT competition , we are ONE! To all my Queens and princesses watching I ❤️YOU

[@yellowsugar5096]

Why ? Have you ever seen a business without any competition ? The competition is part of the game . Especially when there are only a few seats for the ones different .

[@jernesehill1808]

@@yellowsugar5096 if getting a seat means tearing someone down... I will PASS! Instead I will build MY OWN table were we can ALL eat * even the Judas * because at the end of the day I would rather be known as a decent human being over a JACKASS...

[@yellowsugar5096]

@@jernesehill1808 well rules are just what they are , rules . There were many other black models before Iman and Naomie.just make some researches .

[@jernesehill1808]

@@yellowsugar5096 have it your way my dear💋 idgaf what was done BEFORE... I’m speaking of NOW! Good day.. and remember I ❤️you and it’s NOTHING you can do about it! TA -TA

[@yellowsugar5096]

@@jernesehill1808 good for you . Stay in your ignorance and ignore checking on reality . Especially of a business you seem to know nothing about Love you too tho !

[@rickuk8731]

Iman : “I was the daughter of a diplomat and spoke 5 languages. . . .” Americans : “She is a goatherder from the jungles of Africa and doesn’t speak English. . . .” This icon is amazing 🤩 she was in on the joke all along - she really “bossed up”

[@nahwhy7723]

Studying political science no less😊

[@gettygets872]

Yes, that sums up Americans with raciallized, bigoted and stereotypical thinking rooted in their own ignorance. Most of them don’t travel, so they have no idea what goes on beyond the shores of the United States.

[@ericdavis6261]

@@gettygets872 say it AGAIN! 👍

[@ALEXMGFASHION]

Also white foreign people get the same though- Albanian, polish, Italian etc get so badly mistreated and dumb down all the time because they speak English with accents- it is not just blacks who get racism but many white non Anglo citizens.

[@ThriftedDadHat]

@@ALEXMGFASHION they weren’t talking about them tho

[@doreenn.7489]

Listen, East African beauty is unmatched! Proudly. 🇰🇪🇸🇴

[@dreamdoll8700]

She Somali right not mix

[@munirayussuf8558]

@@dreamdoll8700 yup 👍

[@mikamwambazi3807]

​@dreamdoll8700 She don't have to be "mixed" to be beautiful.

[@wolfgang9099]

Dear Naomi I was very depressed this month and came across this interview and it really took me out of my funk and want to thank you and Iman for doing this for us.

[@wolfgang9099]

I have gained so much weight due to COVID and when I started watching your series, I started dealing with my emotional issues and also started coming out as a trans woman. Thank you so much Naomi. I hope I can meet you one day. Xoxo, Elle

[@ruthdmy0669]

Two beautiful women who have been part of the Michael Jackson video clip, Iman Remember the time kissing with Michael and Naomi In the closet dancing with Michael , I love you both, iconic

[@angelicaryans8819]

Wish she would have asked about that!

[@Lightyagami560]

@@angelicaryans8819 ik!! Apparently Iman had no prior knowledge of a kiss scene since MJ decided to do it the day of and she said he kept asking for retakes. He got so engrossed in the kiss that Iman had to tell the director ‘can you tell michael to stop shoving his tongue down my throat, I’m married, doesn’t he know I comprised?’ 🤣🤣 And they even had to re-film the scene & darkened the lights so the kiss wasn’t as noticeable because you could see his tongue in her mouth, mj thought it’d be hard for his fans to see that.

[@angelicaryans8819]

@@Lightyagami560 sorry but I dont think any woman would have objected to a kiss from the king,where did you hear that? X

[@deesee3622]

A kiss not a bunch with his tongue down her throat and like she said she’s married lol

[@danavixen6274]

@@Lightyagami560 Whoa. Wonder what Bowie thought of the video. Wish he and MJ were here.

[@gcmacyman]

Iman has been solid gold #1 as a model from her arrival even up until today. She confidently said many years ago on a talk show "I will be beautiful when I"m 50" and she was right. Her beauty is truly truly timeless.

[@sxm76]

Did she say that? 😂😂😂 She never lied!

[@jasintz9245]

Iman is 65 years old!!

[@michhart9262]

@@jasintz9245 wow

[@gcmacyman]

@@jasintz9245 Yes I know, but this was on a show in the 1980's when she knew that she will be beautiful forever. A guest asked how she would deal with aging and that's what she said and she is so right !

[@duchess2367]

Her beauty today is man made

[@bellashop4014]

I met Iman one day, when I was working in Bloomingdale's. She was so nice, and had a very regal presence. Just as beautiful in person.

[@beachlover9705]

Gotta love the way she geeks out about Iman like a fan , it's so genuine

[@praiseonaturals]

Wow I watched this with the biggest smile on my face all the way through. love You ladies 😘😘

[@fatimatalabi9067]

Likewise. My friend and I just watched ur weightloss journey with IF. Good content. 👍

[@freebd99]

Right! I was soo soo good. Iman is a goddess and has such an amazing story. Very inspiring. I love Naomi.

[@alaingahungu316]

OMG my two Queens ❤️😅❤️

[@tedaman8652]

They are incredible 😍 ❤

[@maryannbroussard7938]

Yes, same here! Smiling at their beauty and amazing careers they survived! Their friendship appears to be genuine!♥️😘♦️

[@armanigreen9317]

IMAN is and has always been so Regal. Her presence literally radiates from the screen.

[@eggedon6112]

"I don't OWN a Celine bag!" either. 😆😆😆

[@kerrya2128]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@keithMc35]

Two iconic models talking together #Amazing The things that Iman described she went through as a new Black model in the 70’s doesn’t surprise me, but it sickens me, racism is bad today I can imagine how much worse it was back then, but what Iman did/has done for black woman is inspiring and amazing, what a wonderful human being ❤️🔥

[@edwardhannah]

This has to be the pinnacle of “No Filter With Naomi” so far! We are all dizzy with anticipation!!

[@peterdavino4408]

@Edward Hannah/ I believe this is the pinnacle of the series. Not that all the other interviews weren't great also but for some reason this transcended the format to become something all together it's own and unique. Naomi really should look at No Filter as the training ground for her Network Television Talk Show!

[@edwardhannah]

@@peterdavino4408 you are so right! I’ve waited for this and it didn’t disappoint. It was electric and everyone was hyped. Iman and Naomi were amazing!”

[@wolfgang9099]

“And by the way, I wasn’t discovered. I wasn’t lost to be discovered.”

[@edwardhannah]

@@wolfgang9099 I know right? I loved when she said that!

[@peterdavino4408]

@@edwardhannah I watched it again just for the sheer pleasure which it brought to me. And is it ok if I just say that no matter how many times I have seen Naomi- I'm always just awe stuck at how absolutely stunningly beautiful she is! It's almost crazy for someone to look like that! It's kinda unreal! I know I'm stating the obvious but please excuse me. I couldn't help myself!

[@daniella921]

Iman is the most beautiful model of them all IMO

[@sxm76]

She is still so beautiful!

[@BB-qk8on]

Agreed

[@mitsij1390]

She certainly is

[@earthangel3503]

1000%

[@redelcalago3596]

And the most elegant and conveying .

[@janicep11]

I grew up watching both Iman and Naomi in the height of their careers. Untouchable OG Legends. 51 and 65 yo still looking flawless is beauty goals. 😍

[@kerrya2128]

👍The same here lifetime huge fan😍

[@maryamadahir1199]

As Somali, everything Iman said is true. Somali women are some of the most beautiful women in the world. I remember one of my Somali male friends said to me Iman looks average in Somali beauty standards I don't know why the west is crazy about it. Loool. Somali women loved this amazing queen and she repping us so well. LOVE YOU QUEEN IMAN.

[@Firespawnable]

I find it fascinating that Iman's people the Somalis actually find Iman's beauty to be average. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Bee-it8sx]

@@Firespawnable true within the Somali community her beauty is average, we have too many beautiful women in Somalia 😂😂😂

[@Firespawnable]

@@Bee-it8sx That's so crazy. 😂😂😂

[@naomiwilliams8850]

Somalis consider lighter skin as more attractive so I'm not suprised that the people there consider Iman "average".

[@Bee-it8sx]

@@naomiwilliams8850 nope they consider her average it’s because they believe any Somali could be a model if Iman can do it, plus there’s many dark skin Somalis who are models 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@juniorcampbell2980]

Cannot believe that Iman is 65. She is still gorgeous. Great interview

[@timcamer4702]

She even look younger than her first daughter.

[@__miraaa2x]

Rte I wanna look like that at 65

[@Firespawnable]

@@__miraaa2x I know right 😂 I love looking at beautiful older women because it inspires me to want to still be beautiful when I get old 🤣

[@TheNatashaNicole]

Iman and Naomi made it possible for me to not only be comfortable in my dark skin, but to relish in it. They are the reason. 🖤

[@MrBg76]

Don't forget Grace Jones

[@missamka6756]

65 never looked so good Iman is evergreen. Beauty. Class. Dignity. Iman is true inspiration to all

[@tammyjames9323]

Iman is so earthy and real. I feel like she would come to my home and be real comfortable. Beautiful person.

[@RomyElizabeth]

two intelligent, well spoken, elegant & gorgeous women. True icons

[@peterdavino4408]

@Romy Alexandra/ Well said!

[@ifehansson2254]

Being black and well spoken are not mutually exclusive 😑

[@realshaho3180]

Well-spoken is not a compliment to Black people or people of colour. Well-spoken as compared to whom or what?

[@shashasha55]

@@realshaho3180 Do you know what the word means?

[@realshaho3180]

@@shashasha55 yes, I do. And it’s not as much as a compliment that some may think it is.

[@mayodubah]

Growing up a dark skinned African girl in a country where the standard of beauty was blonde hair & blue eyes Naomi, Iman and Alek were the only women who I really felt represented me. It meant everything to my self confidence growing up 🥺 The beauty, magic and iconic nature of this interview is appreciated 💛

[@yellowsugar5096]

That is maybe because you did not grow up in Africa ...

[@danavixen6274]

Alek Wek is another legend! ❤️

[@mayodubah]

@@danavixen6274 I absolutely concur!

[@danavixen6274]

@Lokie Thunder They're stunning as well. Same goes for Grace Jones. I love Karen Alexander's bone structure. It's unreal! 😍

[@danavixen6274]

@Lokie Thunder I agree especially back in the 80s and 90s. 💯

[@Cici_mimi]

Yes, we Somali women are drop dead gorgeous and Iman Mohamed is our forever QUEEN. 🇸🇴🇸🇴🇸🇴🇸🇴🇸🇴🇸🇴🇸🇴🇸🇴. Thank you Naomi. We love you both queens. 🖤🖤

[@idaskeb1888]

ALL KEMET (SO CALLED AFRICAN) WOMEN ARE GORGEOUS. ONLY, OUR MIND HAS BEEN TOTALLY CONDITIONED TO BELEIVE THAT TO BE CONSIDER AS BEAUTIFUL YOU MUST HAVE CAUCASIAN FEATURES, HAIR...

[@yourmotherhatesyou641]

@@idaskeb1888 She didn't say that anyone else's ugly. She was just giving a round of applause to the women of her culture. Are you okay? Would you like me to read her comment to you, because surely you skipped most of that lol.

[@dreamdoll8700]

@@idaskeb1888 she said only Somali lol kemet even kemet origin comes from Somali people I think

[@munirayussuf8558]

@@yourmotherhatesyou641 I know right. This person has problems.

[@lyzawhitney]

This kind of love and support between two women was absolutely beautiful to witness and take example from.❤

[@ayaan7762]

Maison Valentino having both of these ladies literally as his prime inspiration for his collection shows how powerful these women are and how important their position is in fashion and beyond.

[@rickchelico7967]

i dressed Iman when she modeled for the versace fashion show in celebration of the opening of the chicago boutique! beautiful inside and out!

[@Greenz1100]

This interview should be on Netflix and the BBC, I mean the Icon, Legend Queen Iman and Queen Naomi. This is interview is EPIC... Thank you

[@FatBabyCheeks]

I could listen to Iman speak for hours. She is an amazing orator!

[@RandyKimKimballRandall]

Love seeing those two icons show so much love for each other. I will die if Naomi can interview Grace Jones

[@janzichanz2968]

Im a lil scared of Grace to be honest, but open to an interview indeed.

[@RandyKimKimballRandall]

@@janzichanz2968 I think Grace is quite funny. People forget how silly she can get. I think those two would have a ball

[@janzichanz2968]

@@RandyKimKimballRandall Her attitude overshadows the silly sometimes.

[@peterdavino4408]

Grace has been the most requested dream guest on No Filter. It would indeed be unbelievable!

[@janzichanz2968]

At times, the aggressive diva comes out.

[@gabeespinosaesq.2534]

Two fashion icons in one video! Thank you for putting this together, Naomi! Both you and Iman have broken so many barriers for so many models of color! I would cut out pictures of both you and Iman from the high fashion magazines and create look books for my girlfriends as a hobby. Thank you, queens! Love a longtime fan named Gabe

[@PHlophe]

iHola! Bandit *I would cut out pictures* now that's unusual .

[@shanec9840]

Beautiful

[@refinedphenomena4078]

Aside from the whole fashion thing, this interview seemed very genuine and made me feel like I’m just listening to 2 of my friends chatting.

[@JudionSmith]

Just in case you are reading this... Strength has many levels. So if you are not feeling your strongest today, don’t consider yourself weak. You are still strong. It takes strength to get this far and you will find enough strength to go even further. All the best.x

[@Shondafaith]

❤️

[@letoyajohnstone191]

🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤💝🖤💝💝💝👑👑👑👑

[@nurtured-channel2953]

👌🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@christinebuckingham8369]

💖💖💖

[@JudionSmith]

@Genesis #1 You are so welcome gorgeous. Thank you for the blessings. I hope you are doing great. x

[@givingyouthedee8513]

OMG! I love this channel! I LOVE YOU NAOMI!!!!!!!!! Annnnndd thank you for OUTWARDLY embracing black women and girls!

[@kilecan]

Tyra has never given us this!!! At least Naomi has so many black model friends and she truly uplifts so many young models.

[@indomie7]

right..tyras legacy is shouting and belittling young black models...

[@peterdavino4408]

@wanderlust/ Tyra's legacy is that she never got over the horrible things Naomi did to her back in the day. Tyra even bothered to drag Naomi onto her show to shame her which backfired terribly. Naomi came across as mature and Tyra came across as petty & whiny.

[@metamorphicme9378]

Stop with the comparisons guys - were you not listening. There is room for all of us, we dont have to compete against each other, drag each, villify each other. We are Thee Tribe. open those ears folks.

[@PHlophe]

@@peterdavino4408 she dragged her twice and both times , Naomi reminded her that it doesn't matter that she is a diasporan. she will maintain respect .

[@laraabiona903]

@@indomie7 Yup. At the end of the day, your legacy speaks for you. Naomi loves on and relishes in the presence of other black women. Tyra seems to like the idea of uplifting other women but it doesn't shine through in her actions.

[@Neema150]

We brown girls are so lucky to have you two big sisters among us! Thank you both!❤️

[@billieame]

i love hoy naomi is so humbled to be around iman. love the fact the always supported each other and there was never a "rivarly", they have always been allies.

[@marmary5555]

The Leo and Gemini energy is the BOMB. Both in Michael Jackson videos ❤️ all legends

[@BlueSky-uu6et]

Gemini

[@peterdavino4408]

It's so true. It's a good mix & works because the Gemini is flexible enough to allow the Leo full reign which is what you just saw with the very relaxed & yet aware of everything Naomi.

[@__miraaa2x]

Frr ima leo and I love geminis as well

[@kathychappellphotography6422]

Now this is beautiful Black Women Magic!!!

[@healthy4lifesteps183]

Totally love Iman's sincerity and telling it as it is.

[@n.m.2075]

As an African woman, I am overjoyed to tell you that you have made a difference in my life through your examples of grace and toughness! True and original womanhood cannot be ignored or denied. You ladies are the Devine Feminine.❤️💕💖

[@chazm9603]

Her knowledge of the social justice system is immense. Profound from Iman and the fact that she researched before taking on roles. Wow!

[@wifey09]

The way I forgot how to breathe when I saw this 😭 omg omg omg omg!!!!!💕💕💕

[@rebelliussoul3645]

😄, 1-2-3 breathe, 1-2-3 breathe. l just resuscitated you. You're welcome!

[@EricRimbert]

Queen Auntie Iman dropped all kinds of knowledge in that interview!

[@jasmineveal6507]

Iman is hilarious!!! “Well, b*tch show me!!”😂😂💕

[@juehlwillis4699]

Lmao....fell out of my bed...when ...BITCH was bellowed out!!!

[@Auntkekebaby]

There was ZERO damn reason why Naomi and Iman wasn't getting more money, ads or contracts. They were THEEE MODELS back then. Trust.

[@rolandawilson8060]

Okuuuuur!!!!!! FACTS

[@icecreamcake1457]

@Tselz Bouffant Ma’am, please stop policing Black women’s hair. We both know that many BM believe that white is prettier. Shamefully, BM did NOT build or create high-end modeling agencies for elite Black models. Nor did they provide a space where Black models could be groomed to become ELITE models. 🤷‍♀️

[@996264689]

Please interview Pat McGrath next! How amazing would it be to hear her story, especially as a black make-up artist working in high-fashion.

[@AADanso1]

Yes to this!

[@KayN806]

Yes please!!! I would love this so much!

[@annajones8941]

sis, give me some tips cuz I need to know how you do it!

[@Nicola_Christina]

Yes!

[@sharonstroud8279]

I FELT Naomi's humbleness towards the ICONIC Iman!!!

[@janices6140]

Iman, a scholar and a beauty, plus a sense of humor. Thanks for hosting her, Naomi. Great interview!

[@kenyansomalimamailhan5872]

Watching from Kenya and a Somali so proud

[@naobe5]

Love to hear Iman talk about the industry because she tells it like it is, no sugar coating anything and making people in the business accountable for their decisions!!

[@matthewford9925]

I am honestly in shock how great of a model Iman was in the 80's. WOW!!!!!!!!!!

[@ashionyeogene4961]

This was incredibly powerful. Two Icons with so much love and respect for each other and the women around them. Legends and phenomenal Queens who built their own tribe. Bravo Naomi. No filter is killing it.

[@oppongn]

Well said!:)

[@007Aura]

The Dream Queens - ultimate black female icons 👸🏾👸🏾💜

[@amaladan2031]

Yesss interview of the two queens at the same time.

[@yourcebuanagirl9128]

IMAN MIGHT BE THE ONLY MODEL NAOMI WON’T THROW SHADE 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

[@Kimmy_95]

Lol!! I guess because she was 1 of her idols in the modelling world & respects her for GOOD reason. IMAN always seemed like 1 of the few genuine ppl in that industry, VERY Professional & she's gorgeous, even today.

[@RodrigoZavala]

Iman is a true icon: not only stunningly beautiful but also very nice and clever.

[@kopend8638]

iman still proud of being somalia all these years, mashallha

[@indomie7]

wadaani

[@missminima1]

Of course! We must all be proud of our roots!

[@mnaoitb1]

imagine how many somali musicians, artists, models and actors there would be if it wasn't so religious. they are so gorgeous

[@maryamadahir1199]

@@mnaoitb1 So SAd. Our talent and beauty are wasted because of stupid culture and religion.

[@mnaoitb1]

@@maryamadahir1199 literally, every somali girl i see with their pristine and perfect faces but then they have hella religious parents, and the guys are so elegant and tall. love somali people, east africa in general is perfection

[@danavixen6274]

YES! My fantasy will be realized. This will probably be Naomi's BEST interview thus far! Two Nubian goddesses right here! Thank you both for paving the way for so many Black models! 😍

[@mnaoitb1]

Nubian is actually an ethnicity in egypt and north sudan. Nubian is not synonymous with "black", its an actual ethnicitiy....

[@danavixen6274]

@@mnaoitb1 😏

[@mnaoitb1]

@@danavixen6274 i bet you are American and dont know ANYTHING about the diversity of africa so i will allow your ignorance in this moment but you should really try to do better in the future.

[@danavixen6274]

@@mnaoitb1 Do better by not being arrogant!

[@mnaoitb1]

@@danavixen6274 YES, you are right. i did feel a slight pang of guilt writing that but i've seen americans use the word nubian so freely without any regard for the history or culture of nubian people. I take my error and i hope you do too.

[@woedey6254]

You both are just as said. Legendary Icons. You truly have paved the way and opened many doors for women of color around the world.

[@sandriaplummer7541]

I love this, it’s like listening to my wise rich aunties.

[@dms2447]

I need Iman and Naomi on the cover of Vogue. AGAIN! Iman is the epitome of elegance.

[@Meritza]

They did a cover a while back for Balmain with Rihanna not sure if it was for Vogue :)

[@dms2447]

@@Meritza It's for Balmain, not Vogue.

[@thesacredibis6723]

I met Naomi at Cipriani's NYC for Vera Wang. I worked for Iman as a makeup artist for Iman cosmetics and met Byron Barnes, Jay Manuel, and Sam Fine. NYC Fashion week 1995-2015. Naomi and Iman both remain beautiful and dignified as icons of fashion.

[@cleocss]

This interview is deeply moving and I hope It will reach a million views.

[@cg2135]

Queen Iman ARRIVED!!!! What an amazing interview. Two icons who have given so much to the world.

[@suadmohamed2098]

IMAN & NAOMI ❤️😍

[@wahn10]

Not only two of the most beautiful women of all time, but pioneers, ground breakers, entrepreneurs and leaders. The most iconic No Filter episode ever. 👑+ 👑

[@phoebekitur2560]

😂😂I love how Iman was just being herself throughout. Honestly that itself is inspiring and to be able to get a glimpse of her story is beyond amazing. That part about self-worth man!!Yes!! It’s important to know your self-worth and not allow anyone or any circumstance to determine how much you’re worth. And again Naomi thank you thank you thank you for what it is you’re doing. Using your platform and social media in a way that inspires and encourages us to not just love ourselves for who we are but to make a difference in the life we’re living. May God bless you abundantly ♥️♥️

[@Alejandro8Mario]

Imagine the commentary if Iman, Naomi, and Geace Jones were all in the same room. 😍

[@TheAdaniTube]

This is LITERALLY the best interview I have watched!

[@acuario1981]

MY TWO QUEENS TOGETHER! OMG! I cannot express how I've been TOUCHED AND INSPIRED by these women's words of wisdom and encouragement. As a brown gay boy I used to read Iman's mythical origin story in the newspapers and be completely AT AWE, and until this very day I am mesmerized not just by the UNMATCHED beauty, but the WARMTH and INTELLIGENCE that Queen Iman emanates. I remember vividly when she was the face of Tia Maria and presented the award for the Most Spectacular Costume at Miss World 1994, which coincidentally my country Venezuela won! Hearing Iman pronounced the name of my country was sign to me! My Queen had acknowledged me in a way! LOL ! She is the embodiment of beauty, class and above all KINDNESS. Her laugh is infectious and beautiful I found myself smiling with her all along! Then my other queen Naomi, who has been vilified as a selfish, problematic diva time and time again by the media and here she is : Offering us inspiration and building community for us all...showcasing the motherland and its creatives, bringing issues to the forefront and lending her voice to the voiceless! What a tribute to your mom and her work Queen Naomi! We love to see the growth!

[@PHlophe]

Harrison, Chico i appreciate that you lanel your skin as brown and you are not playing into the the *piel claro, gringo* game. that's woke. Well done Papacito. Linda noche !

[@poppinpoppi1]

Even though I'm not a model or fashion person, I know all the icons. What I like about Naomi is that she is remembering Iman, Grace, Beverly, and all the icons like herself. I love this uncut interview and the space Naomi created here on KZbin. Love her walk!

[@TTG__TV]

Iman said you DO YOU BOO & IMA DO ME” to Celiné.. lol I Laughed so Hard this whole interview. Iman is a National Treasure we have to Protect at all cost! ❤️

[@jasintz9245]

IMAN is a powerhouse! So much love and admiration for this woman! ❤️❤️

[@bramwijayavid]

Iman's skin is so good. she's 65 yet still looking younger than average.

[@denisepaulsenful]

but her neck gives away her age. And that wig is just so unrealistic. Honestly..

[@bramwijayavid]

@@denisepaulsenful sure, that's normal. but for a 65 years old woman, she looks impressive overall.

[@stephen5113]

@@denisepaulsenful girl bye , you too old to worry about her neck

[@Firespawnable]

@@denisepaulsenful I've seen young girls with wrinkly necks 🤣🤣🤣

[@Firespawnable]

@@stephen5113 EXACTLY, why is she even looking at the wrinkles on Iman's neck ? 😖 She's just jealous of her beauty and trying to find something wrong. 😑 Girl bye, she better hope she looks at gorgeous as Iman when she's 65 if she can even make it to Iman's age with that bad attitude. 🙄

[@gemmab8626]

I come back to this interview A LOT. Such inspiration. Such class. So fabulous in every single, flipping way. FAVORITE of yours forever, Ms. Naomi.

[@divinetastecooking7746]

Iman is such a regal classy timeless beauty...she needs her own platform in these social media streets. Wealth of knowledge, wealth of sophisticated grace and wealth of elegance that can't be denied. 🙌

[@kerrya2128]

💯👍

[@kerrya2128]

💯👍

[@therosenduta2349]

Love the relationship you two have. As a dark skin woman growing up in Kenya and the States, you have both been legendary in setting the stage for what is possible for all of us love you both !

[@rawcite]

2 legends I almost got dizzy watching these two stunners on screen together at the same time. Shout out Naomi for giving Queen Iman her flowers, such a great interview. She's very funny lol

[@jinnirock-bailey7829]

This is my fourth time watching this episode. With each viewing I learn something new and have so much more respect for Black Model

[@formerlyarandompropernameb9327]

One of your most all -around tight, enjoyable, informational interviews,( at least that I’ve seen), beautiful Naomi... such beauty on that screen, you & Mrs. Iman. What you both endured....God’s grace.

[@jasch21]

The way Iman speaks.. she really speaks like a QUEEN!!

[@jacknina6325]

And you've heard a queen speak

[@dreamdoll8700]

@@jacknina6325 ya iman

[@martinjosephfausto]

"How can something be discovered if it wasn't lost to begin with?"

[@Firespawnable]

Exactly 😂

[@orwellianyoutube8978]

Same BS like saying ''Columbus discovered America'' while there were people living there, lol.

[@mammasitaa]

This interview was too short!!!! I can't get enough listening to these beautiful, strong, smart, educated and witty women. Queens who earned their crowns and not handed to them just by being born in the right family. As queens and kings should be...

[@kokopuravida]

Naomi, I absolutely love your interview series so much! This interview means so much to me as I co-represented Iman’s PR when she launched her I-Iman Makeup brand in 2000/2001. It is a memory that I’ll hold onto forever. This series will be BIG...best wishes!