The Life Of A Child Model: What Is It Really Like? | Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over

Stacey spends the weekend with professional model Keisha and her seven year old daughter Dior who is following in her mother's footsteps. Stacey will be with them for the weekend and will dive into modelling shoots, examining the pros and cons of this industry at a young age, and learns how the experience of black women in fashion has changed over two generations.
Stacey Dooley continues to sleep over at unique households across the UK by spending 72 hours in their home. From sleeping in the spare room to sharing family meals and going on outings, she will get involved in every aspect of their lives in a bid to understand them and the community they represent!
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[@amrayabaptiste2933]

I thought I was going to dislike this episode but I loved it. Dior is so excited and her mom is a great motivator. They're a wholesome family. I love how the dad takes care of them and the son is great too.

[@veronicadougherty9234]

I’m in love with the Mom, Dad and all the beautiful kids. Seriously, can I come and hang out for a weekend? The positive vibe is exactly what I aim to achieve everyday!

[@vanessah3669]

I couldn’t stop smiling throughout this episode. What a beautiful family. Dior will go so far!

[@5thdimension954]

I think it reflects her own likely disorder

[@user-ew5pc8gf4k]

if she isn't stalked, taken advantage of, ripped off, mauled, assaulted, on drugs, develop depression and low body image, an eating disorder or suffer severe isolation from travelling alone and sleeping in hotel rooms alone...many things that come with modelling no matter how strong you are. It's not something to aim for. Oh, and don't forget seen as only good for one thing, smiling and looking young and pretty.

​@user-ew5pc8gf4k yea really. Do they even care?; the mom talks weird. And this makes me sick

[@PoliticalRegality]

Father is so masculine and sure and caring. That man loves his family and wears the man-apron beautiful! GUYS like him are great! Manly who loves cooking for family. ❤

[@Silvia-fc2ex]

I love the energy in this family

[@SueP-D]

Would just like to point out here that mama is from California 🤙🏽☀️😎😊 (Just like to point this out since we Californians tend to get a bad rap)

[@joy-to7dx]

I like to see black people make it. I'm broke poor and on section 8 housing as a black woman it sucks.😢 Is there an app that I can make fast money?

[@amberjin831]

I had a black girl in my class with afro hair. One day some girls were having a role play with dresses and costumes, since there was only one tiara, I asked the girls to take turns to be the princess. When it was her turn, I used my own hair band and hair clips to fix her hair so the tiara would fit. being an Asian person, I had no idea about the symbolic meaning and funny relationship between a black female and her hair, nor did i have any idea how to treat her hair. Her mom came to pick her up, she watched her daughter being the princess and she was nearly in tears which shocked me as i thought something went wrong. The next day she came to me and looked me in the eyes and thanked me after her daughter told her how i helped to fix her hair so she can be the princess because she never gets to be a princess in a play. I was so happy and heart broken at the same time. She is no longer my student but the whole family became friends to my own and her mom is one of my close friends whom i learnt a lot from.

Oh baloney that she never gets to be the princess. We're not living in the 1920's. Don't know if I can stomach this as I'm sitting on the toilet now taking a poop hahaha. Sometimes have to to put up with Stacey. She is a weird one

[@amberjin831]

FYI, she did not grow up in the UK and this did not happen in the UK. Maybe things are better for black British people, and I am happy to know that. By the way, not a good idea spending too much time sitting on a toilet unnecessarily.

@amberjin831 not a good idea always whining about something and being racist.

[@naobe5]

We need more teachers like you🥰

[@amberjin831]

What have I whined about and who is the racist here and why

[@theahaberman8189]

I love this family so much. Nothing about them seems forced or faked for the camera. I loved the moment when the dad brought the mom her tea, and she expressed so much appreciation for him, acknowledging that she meant to bring him tea and forgot, and that was how he responded. They truly seem to love and respect one another so much, and it's reflected in their children.

[@allisonbright6126]

I loved so much about this episode! Knowing the prevalence of eating disorders within the modeling world, I wish Stacey hadn’t commented on what Dior was eating.

[@Lisargarza]

Oh wow, I didn’t pick up on that. Good point. Looking at mom and dad, I bet Dior is going to be naturally svelte her whole life. She was eating chips at one point and their meal times seemed so relaxed and enjoyable. I’m betting she has a pretty healthy attitude about food going forward.

[@elisemiller13]

Seems to me it sets an example of healthy attitude that Stacey Did comment. There's so much pain, for girls of all ages about food and fear placed upon us, & shoved into our minds from a young age. Yes! please talk about it and remove the stigma of a carb or a chip, so this b.s. suffering can be nipped in the bud at a young age! Leads to eating the whole bag & models (as well so many others) doing terrible things to their bodies otherwise.

[@poppyandben9679]

Ohhhh…this family is too cute! They seem so genuine and authentic. ❤️

Ohhhhh they're not that special

[@lexi0040]

Get a life 😂 31 reactions you left behind on this video all negatieve not one is nice 🥴 you are not a really a nice person but i think you already knew that yourself...🫡

[@lexi0040]

Get a life 😂 31 reactions you left behind on this video all negatieve not one is nice 🥴 you are not a really a nice person but i think you already knew that yourself...🫡

[@acceptingWhatIS]

I braced myself for this and actually they are so great and the mother is amazing - I love her.

[@veevintage2619]

That is seriously the most handsome, stunning couple I’ve ever seen. Lovely family!!!

[@colourfulili]

They are just wonderful! As an (albeit white) person with big, curly hair, I felt really validated by them- the beauty of their style made me feel more beautiful in myself! What a great example of the idea that when one of us wins, we all win.

[@kekejulien3480]

This was the best episode ever!!! I was smiling the whole time. And the mother is everything!!! I want to be like her when I grow up.

How old are you?

[@laurenelizabeth5551]

My gosh, what an absolutely beautiful episode, and such a beautiful, loving family. So so touching and informative. Well done

[@_origin]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Bea-dp8ky]

@@_originI see all of Stacey videos and I keep thinking that she should do a stay over at the Brahma Kumaris center. There is a beautiful retreat place near Oxford

[@shaej4817]

Stacy, you literally have the nicest voice ive ever heard!!! It's a big reason I continue to watch you. I love your personality and voice!!

[@ghinaosta97]

Their energy and confidence is so contagious I could feel it deeply in my bones! It was so therapeutic watching this lovely family... Wish them all the best and a life full of love and amazing things really!

[@fatgrandmafinds]

This is my favorite episode so far!

[@yakototruth]

In love with this family. So wholesome to witness such positivity and love.

[@lisak1355]

It's interesting how they never mentioned that they are part of the royal family in Nigeria.

[@Melissa-yr7fm]

Wait, a real Nigerian prince?

[@RheaM]

Yes, I was waiting for them to mention that! 💕

[@Jesuslovesyou0316]

God loves you so! John 3:16✝️

[@user-sp6zo6oj9m]

Which one? There are several

[@stephistephi88]

I remember loving Keisha in that Pantene ad. Stunning and so joyful.

[@JamineD1984]

This family is real goals.

Lol yea because we all need a five story home

[@claraficati0n]

aw her husband is right she is so beautiful and they have such a beautiful family 🫶🫶

[@lystramcburnie3297]

Dior is such a beautiful princess. Mommy and daddy are doing an awesome job

[@joellepinhas-weil2014]

I love this show as much as i love the fans. Love going through the comments of every episode and see, how empowering and sensitive people are. Cheers to you guys

[@Jesuslovesyou0316]

God loves you so! John 3:16✝️

[@01jbeals]

Fell in love with this whole family within 1 minute ❤

[@happybeinghere]

What a stunningly GORGEOUS family! Keisha seems like the kind of pal I would love to have. What a great lady!

[@catskillmountainhomebody]

❤❤❤❤This episode was lovely. I really enjoyed getting to know this family. Good luck to Dior in her ambitions. 😊😊

[@ruthokafor-yt3vg]

Glad I watched this, such a beautiful family… they look amazing 🤩

[@anonymousgirl1216]

At first, I thought I could jive with this. They get to have some savings and learn to generate their income at a young age. However, one of the girls mentioned creepy men. When you realize many more creepy people are looking at their pictures and doing who knows what, it's not worth it.

[@thesearedaydreams6854]

What beautiful family! Such great energy.

[@BitsyBrooke-bi5tj]

It’s such a beautiful family dynamic!!! I love it!!!

[@kerlyn3582]

Beautiful family ... family love is a powerful thing

[@ellewoods8892]

Beautiful family, oh my gosh 🤯💗 I love how they treat eachother 🙏🏻

[@annaf3915]

What this episode showed me more than anything is that it's really all about confidence and personality because all children are beautiful, just like all adults are beautiful in their own way but with children it's more obvious. Dior looks like my neighbour's daughter and her little model friend looks just like my son's friend from school. They are both really confident girls but maybe not quite as extroverted and bubbly and most importantly they wouldn't like playing dress up for hours.

[@myabacon]

This is hands down the best family I have ever seen in my entire life.I wish I had this growing up

[@michelledesjadon1476]

Did we watch the same show? The family seems so uptight and snobby. The older kid said he's thankful that he's rich, well he's not rich, his family is..but he thinks he is..lol. I also don't think the little girl is old enough to even make the decision to model, so really, her mom is pushing her into it. The whole thing just gives me the icks!!! 🫣🤨🙄

[@pixiedust6630]

​@@michelledesjadon1476 Stop this family is precious

​@@michelledesjadon1476I totally agree with your comment. I'm finding it hard to read these other comments of how they think this family is the greatest.

[@saltandsriracha]

​@@michelledesjadon1476omg I thought I was the only one, reading through the comments! I made my own two cents. I don't think they're necessarily snobby but they should be careful about giving their daughter an over inflated sense of self. Reality is going to slap her in the face one day and she won't know how to handle it.

[@shaej4817]

This family is absolutely beautiful in every way!!!! Amazing parents!!!

[@RheaM]

I’m surprised they never mentioned that this family is part of the Nigerian royal family! They have such a cool backstory! 🤍

[@catherinewolf8838]

What a happy family love them they are all soo happy together 😊😊

[@solbeltracando120]

I wish with all my heart to be at least half the mom she is and to build such a safe space for her family❤ hands off to mom and dad for being what seems like amazingly loving , respectful, fun, equal, beautiful and especially humble humans and parents.❤❤

[@ChristinaG83]

Love stacey dooley she seems cool and down to earth😊❤❤

[@kizzigrngrl]

I love this family, I hope they continue to succeed in everything!

[@kellycarroll2849]

This family is all around beautiful ❤

[@kkpriskiee1570]

Loved this family ❤

[@meganngeorge]

This was such a nice episode, even though I’m sort of on the fence when it comes to child modeling? Was this filmed recently, or many years ago? Are the girls still friends and interested in modeling, or have they moved on to other interests like sports or STEM?

[@lynnetracey8828]

I spent 6 hours at “The Voice” tryouts for my young daughter. I don’t sing at all but parents do a lot of things to support their children’s dreams. I don’t see a valid criticism of this family.

[@isabellezionchipochaishe7103]

I loove me some Stacy and she is sooo sweet and very open minded. The girlies really love her, I remember in one video the other one was crying when she was leaving.

[@Monica-gene1]

Omg I love everything about this family! Gorgeous inside and out!!!!!

[@estherheis2155]

What a wonderful familie,and that they opened their house.❤ And how they are protect their daughter in the modeling World ❤

[@thedesken]

😊 What an awesome family. I was especially impressed by the son Derahn( I hope I didn't butcher his name)!

I didn't like how he's thankful he's rich

[@GhastlyCretin]

You'd prefer if he took it for granted?

[@URGettingSleepy]

thank you for introducing me to that world ... so beautiful! so positive! sooo inspiring! ❤

So superficial. I didn't like that little girl saying she's on Instagram and has 10k followers. Not good. And how people comment about how cute she is. And how about the little boy saying he's glad he's rich.

[@madebylexi]

The other little girl isn't the point of this episode, and it's obvious the boy meant that he was grateful that their well-off. That he has a beautiful house while others do not even have a shack. Being rich is a good thing to be thankful for because not everyone is in that position.

[@JamieA4563]

They are so lovely!! Great family very supportive

[@emmapearce3711]

Incredible inspiring family ❤

[@anahills3836]

I remember that Pantene commercial!

[@roccafille]

What a beautiful family. Full of love!!

[@saltandsriracha]

Wish Stacey had asked more about if they think over compensating for self-esteem can be more harmful than good. It's good for kids to get a dose of reality. I don't agree that any of this is a good thing, regardless of how good the parents are about it. The young model friend of hers even said that she loves the attention. Did that not raise a red flag for anyone else? Reading the comments they all seem positive. I'm quite shocked. You can create narcissistic adults this way. Not saying they will be. But... better to teach your kids to be humble than "I'm the smartest person in the world and the most beautiful." Feel kind of bad for the son, too.

[@celestialcircledance]

it's very lucky that the mother gave birth to an equally beautiful daughter who can have her dream realized . I love some of the mothers outfits and I love how big moldable and versatile black hair can really be !

[@TheKize07]

Beautiful women of colour! & that hair is gorgeous!!!!!

[@jalyassin]

"keep it in for longer than it says on the packaging, and he still gets it wrong" ain't that the truth 😂

[@gretchenharris6640]

They all seem so happy ❤

[@acooksla]

Beautiful family inside and out

[@shayleenjoubert2008]

Thank you for exposing us to other peoples lives.. (i dont agree with their lifelstyle) BUT VERY INTERESTING ❤

[@Queenbae34]

Everything was absolutely beautiful about this episode

[@lynclarke6184]

Stunning family. Amazed they don’t get tge gorgeous Dad involved

[@michellejones9741]

Love this family

[@lenorahhughes7973]

What an absolutely lovely family

[@RainRemnant]

With the title I was expecting something gruesome but omg this was so wholesome...

[@babycakes8434]

23:57 I love the honesty😂😂😂

[@LearnSwahiliEasily]

Interesting life, I love their harmony

[@katythriftyunder35homeowne57]

These people are wonderful

[@mathildelightwood6094]

Wow, this family is such a cute beautiful wonderful family ❤

[@jalyassin]

What a GORGEOUS couple 😍😍😍

[@queenkeesh8660]

These kid models really work hard bless them I just hope they still have a fun childhood 😮😊

[@antoniabirkner93]

Where is that amazing shirt from Stacey?!

[@Agape122]

omg I love that couple so so much

[@traceeward5147]

What a beautiful family

[@Vardagsvegan1]

love that Stacey is in her sweats

[@historyandromance]

the bed at 6:39 is the same as mine, its from IKEA!

[@sensitiveone8305]

What a lovely family❤

[@craftykat]

What a beautiful family.

[@carolinekamya2339]

Stacy- good job!!!

[@ameliorated]

I wonder how you deal with the situation of at 18 one child having a bank of money and the other not

[@elizabethlundin3112]

I mean it's not like they're GIVING Dior this money. It's a job. It's work that she's getting paid for. I think their son is old enough to understand that. He's fourteen. And I'm sure if he wanted to get into modeling or design an app or when he's old enough work a regular kind of part time job he'd be more than welcome to. These parents seem to encourage their kids to do their own thing.

[@squirrelboss7067]

8:22 This whole episode has Dior’s energy when she’s setting the table! I love her, she’s happy and healthy and this comes from the parents. Her brother seems to be doing just fine as well. Great job mom and dad!👏🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@vanessanaranjo7704]

Oh what a beautiful family. ❤❤

[@ghhm2705]

21:58 quite the generalization there mom. She states this as if it’s fact. It is not. No one in the US wants a murderer to go unpunished, regardless of their skin color.

[@KIBBLES71]

Well there are a few really sick racists still but nowhere near the amount her mother believes. She listens to what the media feeds her.

[@kayleenrankin9742]

Thank you! I was so annoyed by that statement! And the police don’t murder black people either. 🙄

[@fey9915]

US is a big place, she's not far off for some backwater county in Mississippi or Alabama or really anywhere where police gangs are formidable, but probably not quite true anymore in places like county where I live, which is likely most diverse place in US.

[@blessedatishioma4952]

Congratulations

[@KarmaZeusBoi]

Love the look of the mom and daughter 😊

[@LaraBounds]

Great examples for the parents of child models!❤ I expected to be turned off by it. Some families "depend" on that income which seems ...idk. that seems stressful to a child. But this is great 👍❤ 21:15

[@pmh.8]

MOM IS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING

[@LaraBounds]

Those kids seem WAY more respectful and way brighter than most Americans! And I'm proud of the brilliance in America ! Quite clever children ❤

[@oh_adhi]

What a lovely family.

[@Amy-466]

What a lovely family :)

[@SAMart758]

Reporter also very cute.

[@bvdb41]

The boy ...i'm grateful to be rich.

[@c_wanderluster]

When I was 6 years old, not exactly that age, but when I was a kid I didn't dream dream about clothes and make up. I dream about travelling the world

[@alexisl7610]

I dreamt of Pokémon and candy

Barbie dolls and hide n seek. Playing tag with the neighbor kids. Riding bikes. Playing outdoors and having fun.

[@okayyy9740]

Well good for you, hopefully now you know different people have different aspirations.

@okayyy9740 yes people should but children should be children as long as they can. One day when you're all grown and paying those bills and getting up for work day after day, and hoping the car will make it with the gas you put in because you're broke until next pay. When all that sht happens. You'll wish you was still a kid.

[@laminage]

I would have loved for Dior to have been featured in Ebony, which was America's Longest Running Black Magazine that debuted in 1945 and went Bankrupt in 2020. I would have loved for Stacey to have interviewed Girls Aloud and how their lives have changed in the past 22 years. They were so much luckier than most Girl Groups especially the ones from The Video Age. Some ended up Homeless like in SWV (Sisters With Voices), Broke like TLC, or getting cash advances like En Vogue or put their career on the line lke Tameka aka "Tiny" from Xscape. The Young Man is so respectful. However Carribbean & African Parents make their children toe the line when it comes to discipline.

[@onneetsenthebolang4502]

😂😂 wow. The little girl is so funny

[@lystramcburnie3297]

The history behind cornrows is that; 1: When slaves were caught they used to hide gold in it. 2: The different styles were actually the slaves way of communicating escape routes and messages to fellow slaves without their slave masters knowing what it meant

[@rebeccabrockway8258]

Most comments are about how great this all is. Is it really?

[@balance3201]

No just a bunch of air heads who have not really done anything God decides how you look.

[@Piggelin1]

I don’t think it’s great!

[@saltandsriracha]

No, red flags all over the place! Odd how Stacey was so accepting and open with this family and so critical of others. That is to say, I love Stacey's critical nature while staying friendly and warm, and this episode was sorely lacking in that department.

[@lystramcburnie3297]

Mommy is stunningly beautiful

[@marykoufalis7666]

This Greek girl aporeciated the shout out sweetie.