Adversity and setbacks in life strengthen the resolve of people to excel in life and career, an example of which is Lucy Russell, our Model of the Fortnight.
Determination and hard work know no boundaries, in true sense of which, Lucy has been a sizzling part of the modelling world over the past four years.
Beginning her career in show business when she was 15 years old, Lucy marked her first milestone in her long journey with the Miss Teen New Zealand (2009) title. Since then several others followed at Photogenic, Bikini and other contests held over the years.
The 19-year-old Aucklander is of Maori and Indian descent and is extremely fond of her mother, who has been a source of inspiration, strength and support.
As the only child, Lucy enjoys her mother’s unrestricted care and attention, more so after her father passed away two years ago.
“My mother is the one and only person who has always been by my side, to lend a helping hand, to pick me up when I falter and share my joy, smile and sorrows. We have gone through a lot. I cannot forget the suffering she endured with me when I was diagnosed with Diabetes (Type 1) last year,” she said.
Lucy works as a Sales Consultant in a commercial firm, with her eyes set on the health sector.
“I hope to complete my studies in Social Practice and work with the youth. I am keen on establishing my own practice, although I prefer to launch my career working in a hospital,” she said.
While those targets are set for the long term, Lucy is keen to participate in more competitions, win titles and perform at fashion shows and beauty pageants.
My motto in life is, “When an opportunity knocks on the door, grab it with both hands. Do not let it go,” she said.
-Venkat Raman
Photography: Bhavnesh Soni
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Editor’s Note:
If you wish to sponsor our Model of the Fortnight or try your luck being a Model of the Fortnight in our series, please contact Bhavnesh Soni on 021-1109931.
Email: photography@bhavneshsoni.com
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