Early Life and Background
Joan Smalls is a Puerto Rican fashion model born in Hatillo, Puerto Rico. She grew up in a bilingual household and later moved to the United States to pursue modeling.
Ethnicity and Heritage
Joan Smalls ethnicity is Puerto Rican, reflecting the island's mixed Taíno, African, and Spanish heritage. Her background is often discussed in relation to representation in fashion and media.
Career Highlights
Smalls gained international recognition as a Victoria's Secret Angel and walked for major fashion houses. Her career is frequently cited as a milestone for Puerto Rican and Latina models in the industry. For more background, see her profile on Models.com.
