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Model Behavior: Damaris Lewis

Brooklyn-born model Damaris Lewis always knew she was destined for fame! Four years ago, while studying dance at Manhattan's prestigious Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music, Art & Performing Arts (aka the Fame school), Lewis caught the modeling bug and quickly became one of the hottest faces in the game. Not only has the voluptuous 19-year-old graced the pages of French Vogue and starred in campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent and Benetton; she also landed a coveted spot in the 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Here, the gorgeous Elite model chats with us about everything from the greatness of Oprah Winfrey to her obsession with Dr. Miracle. Read More: Model Behavior: Jessica WhiteModel Behavior: Arlenis SosaVintage Vamp: The History of Black Models

By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020

Brooklyn-born model Damaris Lewis always knew she was destined for fame! Four years ago, while studying dance at Manhattan’s prestigious Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music, Art & Performing Arts (aka the Fame school), Lewis caught the modeling bug and quickly became one of the hottest faces in the game. Not only has the voluptuous 19-year-old graced the pages of French Vogue and starred in campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent and Benetton; she also landed a coveted spot in the 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Here, the gorgeous Elite model chats with us about everything from the greatness of Oprah Winfrey to her obsession with Dr. Miracle. Read More: