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Cara Delevingne, known for her acting and modeling careers but also has some less-known facts that help her stand out more. From her battles with depression and body image and her ventures to the world of sex toys and her willingness to talk about her pansexuality, here are 10 interesting facts about the multi-talented Delevingne.
Troubles with Depression and Body Image
Despite her beautiful appearance, Cara Delevingne struggled with anxiety and depression about her body during her teenage years. Her body was constantly ridiculed due to her small chest and started menstruating later than other women and was referred to as “frigid” and “flat”. At the age of fifteen depression struck her and she had to temporarily quit school. In an interview with BBC, she spoke about the time when she admitted, “I hated myself for being depressed, I hated feeling depressed, I hated feelings.” But, Delevingne came from a wealthy family, and everyone believed that she would be happy by default, but they didn’t understand her mental state.
Homophobic in her Youth
Cara Delevingne struggled to understand her sexuality while growing up in a family where it was not discussed. For a while she believed that same-sex marriages to be disgusting and considered herself a homophobe. In an interview with The Guardian, Delevingne said, “I know I’m the luckiest girl in the world, I understand all this and I wish I could appreciate it. It’s just that there’s something dark inside me that I can’t shake.”
Pansexuality
Delevingne believes that she is pansexual and loves any person, regardless of their gender identity. The actress explained that she might be drawn to transgender or non-binary people. When she spoke to Variety, Delevingne said, “However an individual identifies, whether it’s a ‘they’, a ‘he’ or a ‘she’, I fall in love with the person – and that’s what it’s about. I’m attracted to the person as such.”
Marriage and Relationships
In the year 2019, Delevingne got married in Las Vegas to actress Ashley Benson However, they soon ended their relationship. She’s also been romantically connected to actress Michelle Rodriguez and singer Miley Cyrus. Delevingne’s public display of her sexuality has been met with both support and criticism.
Risks from the Film Industry
Delevingne was a target of her producer Harvey Weinstein, who threatened her career if she didn’t cover up her sexuality and find male partners to serve as a “cover”. Yet, Delevingne refused to listen to Weinstein and continued speak out about her sexuality and relationships.
Business with the Sex Toy Company
Delevingne has a business venture with a sex-toy company and tests the products herself. She’s candid and open about her involvement in the business, and sees it as an opportunity to spread the message of sexual wellness and liberation.
Secret Vaginal Tunnel
Delevingne has a secret vaginal tunnel inside her home it was a gift from a close friend. The tunnel was created by an artist, and serves as an emblem of female empowerment and freedom.
NFT Creator
Delevingne recently entered the world of NFTs by creating a short video of her dancing in the secret vaginal tunnel in her home and selling the video as a unique digital collectible. It demonstrates her brave and unafraid attitude and willingness to experiment with new ideas and challenge boundaries.
Acting Career
Despite criticisms about her acting skills, Delevingne continues to pursue her love of acting. She’s appeared in a variety of films and TV shows like “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets,” “Suicide Squad” and “Carnival Row” It is evident that she isn’t shackled by other people’s opinion on her talents and skills and continues to push herself.
Inspiration and Role Model
Delevingne’s life story is an inspiration to many. She has been open regarding her struggle and progress towards acceptance of herself, and she’s an example of how to be honest with oneself regardless of what other people may think or say. She has spoken out about mental health, body positivity and inclusivity and has utilized her platform to speak out on behalf of marginalized communities. Her actions show that it’s okay to not have everything figured out and it’s okay to be different and individual.
Fashion Industry
Cara Delevingne began her career as a model at the age of 10, signing with Storm Model Management. She soon became famous and was soon an one of the top sought-after models in the fashion industry, walking for top designers like Burberry, Chanel, and Fendi. She’s a model of how you can go from a model to the status of a brand and also how to establish an impression in the fashion industry.
Charitable work
Delevingne is also known for her charitable work, she has served as a global ambassador for the Women’s Cancer Research Fund and actively helps mental health organizations and charities including, The Samaritans and the National Alliance on Mental Illness. She has also donated to organizations that fight against racism and discrimination.
Musician
Delevingne is also a musician. She has released a number of songs and music videos and has collaborated with a variety of artists including Pharrell Williams.
Social Media Influence
Delevingne has a strong presence on social media and is well-known for her candid post and relatable material which have helped her build a fan base and a loyal following of supporters.
Model and actress
Delevingne has successfully transformed from model to actress, and has been praised for her roles in films such as “The Face of an Angel” and “Tulip Fever”.