Janelle Monáe may be the newest star of COVERGIRL’s print campaign, but there have been many brown beauties before her. Since its introduction in 1961, the brand has strived to provide women with the makeup tools to rock their everyday cover moments. We take a look at our favorite COVERGIRLs that inspire women to feel stronger, braver, and more beautiful.
Lana Ogilvie, the first non-white to be given a contract with COVERGIRL
Queen Latifah, Queen Collection 2007
Teyona Anderson, winner of “America’s Next Top Model,” Cycle 12
Brandy Norwood, the first non-model COVERGIRL
Tyra Banks graces COVERGIRL ads in 1995
In February 2009 COVERGIRL supported Rihanna after her then-boyfriend Chris Brown was arrested for assaulting her.
Eva Pigford, winner of “America’s Next Top Model,” Cycle 3
Krista White, winner of “America’s Next Top Model,” Cycle 14
Dania Ramirez‘s COVERGIRL ads began running in January 2010
Sofia Vergara joined Ellen DeGeneres as 2012′s COVERGIRL campaign
