She dreamed of becoming a fashion model from the time she was a little girl, imagining herself on runways and magazine covers. But despite her striking features and long hair, agencies repeatedly rejected her because of her curvy figure. Refusing to give up, she turned to social media, where she built a massive following and eventually became a successful plus-size model and ambassador for body-inclusive fashion brands.
Standing 167 centimeters (5 feet 6 inches) tall and weighing around 105 kilograms (231 pounds), Gracie Bone says much of her body shape is influenced by lipedema, a chronic condition that causes abnormal fat accumulation, particularly in the lower body. The condition affected her from a young age and brought significant health challenges, including high blood pressure, breathing difficulties, and joint pain.