Amanda Lepore | Transgender Woman

David LaChapelle’s work without Amanda Lepore in it would feel empty and even incomplete. The renowned commercial photographer has featured the transgender model in many of his works, perhaps because he was initially enticed by her appearances as a model of numerous companies. As a testament to Lepore’s craft, she has also been tapped by other photographers like Ruben Van Schlam and Terry Richardson.

Early in her life, Amanda Lepore displayed investment management skills because she began making costumes for a friend in exchange for female hormone enhancement pills. She, later on, underwent gender affirmation surgery at 19 years old. After the surgery, Lepore relocated to New York and established herself as a nightlife figure. She also became a member of Club Kids. In 2017, she also released an autobiography, Doll Parts. The book featured photos of Lepore taken by various photographers. Lepore also ventured into other lines, including producing a doll inspired by the model.