Now Reading
Naomi Campbell Makes History As She Shoots Essence Magazine Cover In Self-Isolation

Naomi Campbell Makes History As She Shoots Essence Magazine Cover In Self-Isolation

Naomi Campbell Essence Magazine 50th Anniversary Shoot In Self-Isolation

British supermodel, ​Naomi Campbell, makes history as the first-ever star on US-based monthly lifestyle magazine, Essence Magazine to shoot her photos, as she graces the publication’s 50th Anniversary issue. Naomi Campbell Essence 50

The model, philanthropist and entrepreneur completely self-styled for the shoot of the publication’s Special Collector’s Edition as she coordinated the set up with Essence’s Chief Content and Creative Officer, MoAna Luu via facetime, while in self-isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Naomi Campbell Essence Self Portrait 50th

“Happy Anniversary Essence magazine. As we turn half a century together, I am dreaming about being in the motherland of my beloved Africa at the end.”

– Naomi Campbell


This is Naomi Campbell’s 7th time to grace the Essence cover, which puts her in the top 20 celebrities with the most covers for the magazine. Recounting the experience, Naomi who will also be turning the big 50 on May 22nd said: 

“It was a very special honor and unusual experience for me to be able to shoot and style my cover for Essence’s 50th Anniversary Issue. While it was a sad reminder for me of all the people in media and production who are not able to work due to the coronavirus, it also brought me hope and encouragement to know that our people and our infrastructure are resilient. We are rooted in knowledge and creativity and continue to take back full control of our narrative. We will come out of this stronger than ever. Happy Anniversary Essence magazine. As we turn half a century together, I am dreaming about being in the motherland of my beloved Africa at the end.”

Here are other stunning shots she took…

Naomi Campbell in print scarf for Essence 50th Anniversary Cover

Essence’s 50th Anniversary Issue, which is the publication’s May/June 2020 edition, will be released on May 12. 

Click here to read the full feature on Essence.


For the latest in fashion, lifestyle and culture, follow us on Instagram @StyleRave_


This is a Style Rave original content exclusively created for our readers. If reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached, or otherwise used by any other publishing house or blogs, such use should provide a direct link to this source article. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.  

See also…

Leave Comment

Leave a Reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Style Rave participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites.

Copyright © 2024 Style Rave NG LLC dba STYLE RAVE

Scroll To Top