Grace Jones

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Grace Jones's career is marked by a series of groundbreaking achievements. She was one of the first Black models to achieve supermodel status in the 1970s, breaking barriers with her androgynous look. Her music videos, directed by Jean-Paul Goude, were pioneering in their use of avant-garde visuals. She has been cited as an influence by countless artists, from Lady Gaga to Rihanna. Her 1981 album Nightclubbing is considered a classic, and her 2022 Grammy nomination for Beyoncé's Renaissance shows her enduring relevance. She was honored with the Legend Award at the 2021 GQ Men of the Year Awards, cementing her status as a cultural icon.

AwardsGrace Jones has received several notable honors. Her video collection A One Man Show was nominated for a Grammy in 1982. She earned another Grammy nomination in 2022 for her feature on Beyoncé's Renaissance. In 2021, she received the Legend Award at the GQ Men of the Year Awards. She has also been recognized for her influence in fashion and music, including being named one of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time by various publications.

Honours & Distinctions

Legend Award

GQ Men of the Year Awards·2021

Honored for her lifetime contributions to music and culture.

Rankings & Lists

#82

100 Greatest Artists of All Time

VH1·2010

Magazine Covers

Elle

1975

Cover Model

Vogue Hommes

1976

Cover Model

Records & Feats

First Black model to appear on the cover of Vogue Hommes

Fashion·1976

Grace Jones was the first Black model to grace the cover of Vogue Hommes in the 1970s.