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Eunice Olumide MBE is a Scottish fashion model and actress. She is also known for her work as a DJ, fashion designer, and for her charity efforts.

Early Life and Education

Eunice Olumide was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. She has both British and Nigerian citizenship. Her last name, "Olumide," means "God has come" or "My Hero has come" in the Yoruba language.

After her parents separated, Eunice grew up in Wester Hailes, a part of Edinburgh.

She went to Glasgow Caledonian University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Mass Media with top grades. When she was 21, she continued her studies, earning advanced degrees in Film Studies at Queen Mary University of London and an MA in Metaphysics. She received a scholarship to study at the University of Pennsylvania in the United States.

Modelling Career

Eunice Olumide was first discovered when she was 15 years old while shopping in Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. Later, a modeling agency called Select models noticed her when she was visiting family in London. At that time, she didn't know much about the fashion world.

She took a break from modeling to go to university. Over the years, she has worked with many different modeling agencies around the world.

Eunice has participated in fashion weeks and photoshoots in many countries, including Japan, Paris, Milan, and the USA. She has appeared in famous fashion magazines like Dazed & Confused, Harpers Bazaar, Grazia, and both Italian and British Vogue.

She has also worked with well-known designers and brands such as Swarovski, Christopher Kane, Adidas, Prada, Gucci, Jean Paul Gaultier, Top Shop, Mulberry, and Vivienne Westwood. Eunice is also an ambassador for groups like Fashion Targets and Adopt an Intern, and she has worked with Climate Revolution, which focuses on environmental issues.

In 2018, Eunice published her book called How To Get Into Fashion. This book talked about how the fashion industry works and the effects of 'fast fashion' (making clothes quickly and cheaply). She also works for equal rights, speaking at important places like the Houses of Commons to help make sure models are treated fairly in their jobs.

Fashion Design

Eunice Olumide also designs clothes. Her first collection was inspired by her Scottish and African roots, mixing European styles with traditional African fabrics.

In 2016, she worked with big brands like Puma, Top Shop, and Evisu on special clothing items. In 2017, she created her own collection of sunglasses for both men and women. Some of her designs were even shown in a temporary exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland in 2018.

In 2019, Eunice put on a fashion show for the British Fashion Council at London Fashion Week. This event, called NGRGFW, included talks and a fashion show. Eunice used the event to bring attention to the Windrush Generation, a group of people who faced unfair treatment in the United Kingdom.

Music Career

Eunice Olumide is also a DJ. She has toured with famous musicians like Grace Jones, Damian Marley, and Nas. She has played music at many well-known venues and festivals, including The Apollo, Lovebox Festival, and Glastonbury.

She has also performed alongside artists such as Skepta, Wiley, Roots Manuva, and Jay Z. Between April and June, she toured the United States with The Roots and Mos Def, playing in cities like New York and Philadelphia, and at the Bonnaroo Music Festival.

In 2018, Eunice was part of a charity Christmas song called "Rock With Rudolph". This song was created to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital, a children's hospital. It was sung by a group of celebrities called The Celebs and reached number two on the iTunes pop chart.

In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Eunice joined The Celebs again. This time, they recorded a new version of "Merry Christmas Everyone" to raise money for Alzheimer's Society and Action for Children. The music video for the song was shown on Good Morning Britain, and the song also reached number two on the iTunes pop chart.

In 2021, Eunice once more joined The Celebs to record a cover of The Beatles' song "Let It Be". This song was released to support the Mind charity, which helps people with mental health issues.

Acting Career

Eunice Olumide has also worked in film and television. She was an Assistant Director and had a role in a BAFTA award-winning short film called Trouble Sleeping. In 2017, she played a character named Rosie in the film After Louise. She also appeared in the short film One Sweet Oblivious Antidote with Lenny Henry.

She has been a background artist in big movies like Star Wars Rogue One and The Last Jedi, and the comedy film Absolutely Fabulous. In 2019, she got a role in the TV series Noughts and Crosses, which was produced by Shawn Corey Carter (also known as Jay Z).

Eunice has also produced and directed stage shows. She created a show called Metamorph at the Traverse Theatre and founded The Official Youth on the Fringe at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. She also starred in a play called The Chicken Trial. In 2017, she produced and directed a live comedy show called A Work in Progress.

She made online comedy shorts for the BBC called "Afrish," based on her Fringe show "Afropoliticool."

Television and Broadcasting Career

Eunice Olumide has appeared on many TV channels, including BBC, Channel 5, ITV, and Sky. She presented online videos from the 2012 BAFTA Awards and the Cannes Film Festival.

In 2020, she was featured on BBC Radio 4's Pick of The Week. She has also been a guest on talk shows like John Bishop's Britain and BBC Learning Zone. She produced an exclusive online interview for Vice about the film Reincarnated, which starred Snoop Dogg. Eunice has also interviewed comedians like Doc Brown and Stephen K Amos.

In 2018, she appeared on several BBC shows, including the Victoria Derbyshire Show and Question Time. She was also on Lorraine and Good Morning Britain. In 2019, she interviewed actor Adrian Lester and director Josie Rourke for MOBO. She also participated in a discussion panel for the film The Hate You Give.

She presented an episode of BBC Radio Scotland's late-night music show Music Match. In 2019, she was a presenter for The Sista Collective on BBC Radio 5 Live, where she interviewed director Amma Asante and singer Jamelia.

Other Activities

Eunice Olumide has helped create many youth groups across the UK, including in London and Edinburgh.

She is an ambassador for Zero Waste Scotland, promoting conservation and sustainability. She also supports Fashion Targets, joining other famous people like Kate Moss. Eunice regularly raises money for charities such as Children's Hospice Association Scotland and Love Music Hate Racism. She is also a global ambassador for Graduate Fashion Week. Eunice is a patron for Best Beginnings and Adopt an Intern, which helps women get back into work after a career break.

In 2015, Eunice started her own art gallery, representing artists like Richard Wilson and Tim Nobel. In 2019, she became the first Scottish model to produce an on-schedule London Fashion Week show called Next Generation Regeneration. This show aimed to raise awareness about the Windrush scandal. She also gave an important speech at the Houses of Parliament about the environmental impact of the textile industry. She worked with the union Equity to create a plan to support fashion models in the UK. She also set up her own company, Enigmatic Production and Promotion, with help from the Prince's Business Youth Trust.

Awards and Recognition

Eunice Olumide was nominated for Model of the Year at the Scottish Fashion Awards in 2011, 2013, and 2015. She won Model of the Year in 2018 at the BBE Awards. In 2017, she was featured alongside supermodels like Stella Tennant and Winnie Harlow. She also appeared on the front cover of The Evening Standard newspaper with supermodel Adwoa Aboah.

In November 2017, Eunice Olumide was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). This award was given to her for her great work in broadcasting, the arts, and charity. The special ceremony was held at Buckingham Palace, where Prince Charles presented her with the award.

In 2018, she was recognized as a Design Champion by V&A Dundee, highlighting her as an important name in design-related industries in Scotland.

See also

• Black British
• British Nigerian