Joan Smalls Rodríguez, a renowned fashion supermodel, has made a significant impact in the industry through her extensive work with prestigious brands such as Givenchy, Estée Lauder, and Victoria's Secret. Her remarkable career has spanned over a decade, with appearances in five Victoria's Secret Fashion shows from 2011 to 2015.
Smalls' notable achievements include being the first Latina to represent Estée Lauder, a position she has held since 2011. Her impressive portfolio boasts campaigns for prominent fashion houses like Givenchy, Marc Jacobs, Gap, Estée Lauder, Stuart Weitzman, Moschino, Calvin Klein, H&M, Gucci, Chanel, Hugo Boss, and many others.
A highly sought-after model, Smalls has graced the covers of and been featured in numerous international fashion magazines, including Vogue, GQ, Elle, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar, Glamour, V, and W, to name a few.
Born on October 23, 1984, in Hatillo, Puerto Rico, USA, Smalls is the daughter of Eric Smalls and Betzaida Rodríguez. She pursued higher education at the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology.
As a trailblazing model, Smalls continues to inspire and influence the fashion world with her captivating presence and versatility, solidifying her position as a leading figure in the industry.