23 Facts About Joan Smalls

Joan Smalls Rodriguez was born on July 11,1988 and is a Puerto Rican model and television personality.

In 2013, she entered Forbes magazine's "World's Highest-Paid Models" list for the first time, ranking at number eight with over $3 million in earnings, In January 2014, Smalls appeared on the "Return of the Supermodel" cover of American Elle.

Joan Smalls Rodriguez was born and raised in Hatillo, Puerto Rico, with her two sisters.

Joan Smalls's father, Eric Smalls, is an accountant, and is West Indian, of African and Irish heritage, from Saint Thomas.

Joan Smalls' mother, Betzaida Rodriguez, is a social worker, who is Puerto Rican, and of Spanish and Taino heritage.

Joan Smalls initially became interested in modeling as a teenager, entering local competitions.

Joan Smalls met with a New York agency who told her she would have to correct her teeth in order to succeed; during that time she went to college.

Joan Smalls has appeared in shows for fashion week in New York, London, Milan, and Paris.

In 2010, Joan Smalls began modeling for Victoria's Secret and has appeared in their 2011,2012,2013,2014,2015 and 2016 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

Joan Smalls appeared in the 2012 and 2014 Pirelli Calendar.

Joan Smalls featured on the cover of American Vogues September 2014 issue.

In 2018, Joan Smalls was featured as one of the CR Calendar Girls representing the month of February, in CR Fashion Books first ever calendar.

In September 2012, Joan Smalls was named "Model of the Year" at the 9th Annual "Style Awards".

Joan Smalls remained at the top of the list until August 2014, when the site named her as one of the "New Supers".

Joan Smalls will help create, shape and innovate W's global fashion platform around the world.

From special appearances and distinct collaborations to exclusive in-room and digital content, Joan Smalls will add her signature style and taste to the W Hotel guest experience.

Joan Smalls is the first Latina signed to a worldwide campaign for the brand.

In 2015, Joan Smalls teamed up with Estee Lauder to create 12 New Matte Lipsticks for the cosmetics giant.

Joan Smalls served as co-host of the MTV fashion series House of Style.

Joan Smalls was featured alongside singer Bruno Mars in the June 2011 edition of Vogue.

Joan Smalls is involved with a non-profit organization called Project Sunshine, where she helps children with medical needs.

Joan Smalls was part of the 'Jeans for Refugees' campaign, a Johny Dar project and artistic fundraising initiative dedicated to helping refugees around the world, with all proceeds going to the International Rescue Committee.

Joan Smalls has been involved with The Garden of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit organization that works with The Madison Square Garden Company and MSG Networks, Inc to positively impact the lives of children facing obstacles.