Yazemeenah Rossi, born December 21, 1955, in Corsica, France, is a trailblazing model and actress who has graced magazine covers and global advertising campaigns while redefining industry norms around age and beauty. Unlike most models who start their careers in their teens, Rossi began modeling in her 30s—an age when many are pressured to retire. Her unique path and swift rise defied the youth-centric norms of fashion. Beyond modeling, she has also pursued acting, appearing in films such as Timeless Beauty, Relevator, and The Grasslands. Her career is a testament to timeless confidence, individuality, and resilience.
Rossi has long embraced a nontraditional lifestyle. A mother of two by age 20, she worked from home creating clothing, knitting, and designing interiors for private clients. She always knew she wouldn’t settle into a conventional office job, craving a life of independence and creativity. Despite her success, she acknowledges that the modeling world remains dominated by youth. Still, her longevity in the field proves that beauty and talent transcend age. As Rossi herself has shown, when women support one another and challenge outdated standards, remarkable things can happen.
