My husband was just OK looking. I was in labor and I said to him, 'What if she's ugly? You're ugly.'
Beverly JohnsonMy dean gave me permission to model during my work semester, even though I was in the Criminal Justice Department. I don't know whether I'd ever have become a model if he hadn't let me do that.
Beverly Johnson95% of being a success in the competitive world of fashion is just showing up on time and being there. I don't know how I knew that when I was younger. You have to stick around for people to remember you.
Beverly JohnsonThere's so much more purpose behind my getting up in the morning. Business is hard, really hard, but it's worth it.
Beverly JohnsonI tried acting and all of the arts, I even put out a record album, but what I like the most is business.
Beverly JohnsonIโm elated. I guess itโs better late than never. Welcome to the 21st century. Itโs fantastic. I love Dior, and Rihanna is very much one of my style icons. Iโm happy they got there in the end. I adore her style. She loves fashion, sheโs unafraid. She uses her imagination, which is something we should all strive to do.
Beverly Johnson