Adut Akech
Model · Australian, South Sudan
Known for Adut Akech Bior is a South Sudanese-Australian supermodel recognized globally for her distinct runway presence, high-fashion editorials, and commercial campaigns. Born on December 25, 1999, she spent her early childhood in Kenya before resettling in Adelaide, Australia.
About Adut Akech
Adut Akech Bior is a South Sudanese-Australian supermodel recognized globally for her distinct runway presence, high-fashion editorials, and commercial campaigns. Born on December 25, 1999, she spent her early childhood in Kenya before resettling in Adelaide, Australia. After making her international fashion week debut in 2016 as an exclusive for Saint Laurent, Akech quickly rose to prominence as one of the fashion industry's most sought-after models, eventually earning the title of "Model of the Year" by Models.com in both 2018 and 2019.
About
Adut Akech spent her early years in the Kakuma refugee camp in northwestern Kenya after her family fled conflict in South Sudan. At age seven, she migrated to Australia with her family and settled in Adelaide. Introduced to local fashion shows during her early teens, Akech was scouted by multiple agencies before signing with Chadwick Models at age 16. Embracing her birth name professionally, she began her rise in fashion while balancing high school studies in Australia.
Career
Akech's breakout moment came when she walked for Saint Laurent's Spring/Summer 2017 collection in Paris, subsequently closing multiple runway shows for the luxury house as an exclusive model. Her success rapidly expanded across major international fashion capitals, where she walked for legendary fashion houses including Chanel, Valentino, Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, Prada, and Versace. Notably, Karl Lagerfeld selected her as the "Chanel Bride" for the Fall 2018 Haute Couture show, making her only the second Black model to achieve that honor. In addition to her runway work, she has appeared on numerous covers of British Vogue, Vogue Australia, American Vogue, Vogue Italia, and Vogue Paris, while also starring in major beauty campaigns for brands such as Valentino Beauty.
Personal Life
Outside of her fashion commitments, Akech is an outspoken advocate for refugee rights, diversity, and mental health within the modeling industry. She has partnered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to raise awareness for displaced communities worldwide. In her personal life, Akech is married to Samuel Elkhier, and the couple has built a family together, regularly sharing moments from their lives with her global supporters.
Earnings & net worth — estimate
No confirmed net-worth figure is publicly available for Adut Akech, so we don’t put a number on it. For context, profiles with a reach like this (1.7M followers) are typically paid $10,000 – $25,000+ for a sponsored post on Instagram and other networks.
Market-typical range for this follower tier — an estimate, not Adut Akech’s actual income.
Frequently asked about Adut Akech
What is Adut Akech known for?
Adut Akech Bior is a South Sudanese-Australian supermodel recognized globally for her distinct runway presence, high-fashion editorials, and commercial campaigns. Born on December 25, 1999, she spent her early childhood in Kenya before resettling in Adelaide, Australia.
How old is Adut Akech and what is their zodiac sign?
Adut Akech is 26 years old (born 25 Dec 1999) and is a Capricorn.
Where is Adut Akech from?
Adut Akech is from South Sudan (born 25 December 1999), and is now based in New York, United States.
Has Adut Akech won any awards?
Adut Akech has received recognition including OkayAfrica 100 Women.
How tall is Adut Akech?
Adut Akech is 178 cm tall.
Is Adut Akech married or in a relationship?
According to public information, Adut Akech’s relationship status is listed as Married to Samuel Elkhier.
What is Adut Akech’s net worth?
See the estimated net worth and earnings section above. Figures are estimates compiled from public sources and are not officially confirmed.
