jazzelle
Detroit-born artist, model, and social-media sensation better known by their Instagram handle @uglworldwide, JAZZELLE quickly became a fixture in the Chicago LGBTQIA+ nightlife scene by doing drag and performance art at clubs around the city. After shaving their head, Jazzelle was discovered by Nick Knight through Instagram, leading to an exclusive shoot with Comme Des Garcon by Rei Kawakubo for Another Magazine. This opportunity catapulted Jazzelle into the spotlight, leading them to being signed to agencies worldwide. Because of their eclectic style, shapeshifting abilities, and relentless work ethic, Jazzelle has been photographed in top fashion publications such as multiple international editions of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, V Magazine, Office, Allure, and Garage Magazine. Jazzelle also has been featured on the covers of i-D Magazine and Interview Magazine. Beyond their editorial work, Jazzelle has starred in advertising campaigns for Fendi, Fenty Beauty, Nike, H&M, Opening Ceremony, Sephora, Nars, Savage x Fenty, and Nicopanda. In 2021, Jazzelle was tapped to host the Complex online series, “Vintage Shopping,” where they worked alongside Theophilus London and Princess Nokia. Amassing over half a million loyal followers and counting, Jazzelle has been hailed as a rulebreaker and pioneer in the fashion industry, with many more surprises still to come.