Maryhd, Model from Lancashire, United Kingdom (+)

She was born in Blackburn, England and has a unique mix of being Scottish, Somalian, Egyptian and Arabic. Her ambitions began at the age of 3 and she was enrolled for dancing lessons at The Astra Dance Club and then moved onto Pat Eakets School of Dance. In 1993, she started at Beardwood High School. This was a turning point for her as she was very much involved in the Arts: design, acting, singing and dancing. Mary excelled in Drama and received an A* for her GCSE performance playing the role of a teen runaway. Mary returned to her quest for a career in modeling at the age of 15. She did a number of charity fashion shows and joined various model agencies. Over the next few years Mary was photographed for magazines and catalogues and participated in fashion shows throughout the UK.

Her first major advertising campaigns came at the age of 19 for Jonny Q and SOS, which had her travel to Italy and Spain. Upon return, Mary completed filming for a programme entitled 5 go dating, which was broadcast on channel 4/E4 on which she was voted the most popular contestant. From there she was then offered to do some modeling on Channel M for a fashion feature. This led to an invitation from Channel M to present Shop Manchester.

In Mary’s words:
”I gained a passion to become a spokesperson against domestic violence and inequalities, including those who are at socio-economical disadvantages. Throughout my life and journey of achievements I want to help others in every way possible! I am a believer that everything happens for a reason and I want to emphasise this, everyone has dreams. Dreams are there to be achieved!!”