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Madeline Stewart: Making Modeling History

A teenager with Down syndrome who is an inspiration to everyone.

Stephanie Osber
Jul 20, 2015
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Madeline Stuart, an 18-year-old teenager from Brisbane, Australia, has done some pretty amazing things in her life so far. She is a teen living with Down syndrome, however, this has not stopped her from chasing her dreams. Before she got some contracts in the modeling industry, Stuart succeeded in losing 40 plus pounds to get healthier. That is not an easy feat to accomplish for a teenager, and this is especially hard for teens with Down syndrome. This is because they are more prone to being overweight. She lost the weight by participating in activities she loves like dance, cheerleading, and swimming. Stuart still regularly participates in these activities.

Stuart has always loved to style her own outfits. This and her recent weight loss has led her into a modeling career. She had always dreamed of becoming a model, and now, after recently landing multiple modeling contracts, she can say she is living her dream.

She appeared on the cover of the B Mag.

She also recently signed a contract with the fitness company Manifesta.

However, Stuart is not only pursuing modeling for herself. She wants to influence change in the modeling industry. Through her career, she promotes that everyone no matter their shape, size, or appearance should be able to model.

After accomplishing this dream, Stuart set her bar even higher. Next, she wants to work on creating a clothing line, with hopes of causing similar change through women's fashion as she did through the modeling industry. As a public figure for teens and others suffering from disabilities, she empowers everyone to reach for the stars and accomplish their goals. She shows off her work and advice on her Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Stuart's story is an inspiration to everyone. She, a girl with Down syndrome, has accomplished many feats, and she is working hard to affect change in the modeling industry.

She is an inspiration and someone to look up to for anyone and everyone who has suffered challenges. Her story shows that challenges can be overcome and that if you work towards your goals, they can really come true. Her modeling career gives hope that the modeling industry will become increasingly more inclusive and accepting.

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