Trans, afroamericana y con discapacidad física: Aaron Rose Philip, la aplaudida modelo inclusiva que hizo historia en la Met Gala 2026

Por Aracely Molina
5 May, 2026

Fame, red carpet, and glamour are on display every year on the most anticipated night in the fashion world. This time, model Aaron Rose Philip captured everyone’s attention after being invited to the 2026 Met Gala.


She is an activist who challenges beauty standards, establishing herself as a role model for the trans community and people with disabilities. She has represented major brands such as Victoria’s Secret, Calvin Klein, and Boss.


At the Met Gala, she made history by becoming the first African American transgender woman with quadriplegic cerebral palsy to attend the most exclusive fashion event, further cementing its inclusivity.


The model posed in her wheelchair wearing a long sleeveless black dress and heels that matched her look. For her hair, she chose an updo with thin braids.

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