Khoudia Diop Quotes

Khoudia Diop

Profession : Actress

Birth : December 31, 1996

My sister was the one person who told me not to change, that my skin was beautiful. She really helped me feel good about myself.

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I was mostly bullied by my classmates. People would come up to me and say, 'You're so dark.' I'd always fight back by calling out one of their insecurities, like, 'Well, you have a big nose.' Today, I'd tell them that I really love them. I'd thank them because they made me realize how unique I am.

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I was born in Senegal in 1996. My mom moved to New York when I was two years old, so I was raised by my aunt back home.

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It makes me proud to help girls realize that they don't have to change who they are.

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While in Paris, I got into modeling - photographers would literally stop me on the street.

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I feel beautiful when my makeup looks great.

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I was bullied a lot, being a kid, so I feel like I'm standing out because I realize who I really am.

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I would get so angry whenever I'd notice people looking at me weirdly. They'd even stop me on the street and ask questions about my skin color.

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I've always had trouble finding makeup in darker shades.

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A tip that I got from my mom that really helps keep my skin fresh is to wash my face with ice water in the morning. I love it. Just splash with water - cold water. That's the first thing I do every morning.

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Being teased and losing my self value eventually ended up inspiring me to be a better version of myself.

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I learned to find things to love about myself and to celebrate them.

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Having support from family, friends - and now fans - definitely helps to affirm that I am worthy, loved, and beautiful. I hope everyone can see that in themselves and feel this way.

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I wanted to express myself using visuals and also celebrate the beauty of black women, travel, and have amazing opportunities. I also wanted to be a living example of inspiration for other women and girls.

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