A boy tormented for his bright red hair has triumphed over his bullies, becoming an internationally successful catwalk model.
Louis Evans, 22, from a small town in Suffolk, England, was ridiculed throughout his school years for his ginger locks, freckles and acne.
He graduated with his self-esteem at an all-time low but was “discovered” by a modelling scout two years later and is now one of Europe’s most successful male models.
Ironically, his flaming locks – the cause of so much grief for so many years – are the very reason he is so popular, with ginger models being in high demand in the fashion world.
“In places like Milan, Spain and Greece they adore red heads and put them on a pedestal,” Louis says.
“I like to think it’s the fact I’m slim, tall and have the face that’s got me noticed, but I think having red hair does make me different.
“Back at home there were stereotypes about gingers and I had the wrong kind of attention.”
Louis Evans was tormented for his bright red hair while he was a student at Kirkley High School but now he’s an internationally successful catwalk model.
Louis says he got to 20 and “suddenly got cheekbones”.
He is now walking the catwalk for some of the world’s biggest designers.
Louis on the catwalk.
Louis’ life changed when he moved to London and lost his acne.
His unique look won him a contract with Bookings Models.
Louis’ mum always thought he could make it as a model.
His looks have changed dramatically from his schoolboy days.
Louis was nicknamed ‘Rusty’ by his classmates.
His red locks have made him one of Europe’s most in-demand models.
