Business Standard

Lupita Nyong'o becomes face of French beauty company

Image

Press Trust of India New York
Kenyan-origin actress Lupita Nyong'o has become the ambassador for a French beauty brand following her Oscar win at last month's Academy awards.

The 31 year-old actress has been named the newest ambassador of Lancome, joining the likes of Kate Winslet and Sandra Bullock, reported Huffington Post.

This comes just a month after her win at the 86th annual Academy awards for best supporting actress in '12 Years A Slave.'

Nyong'o has already made a lasting impression in Hollywood for her flawless fashion choices while attending red carpet events, so it was a natural progression to become the face of a beauty brand.
 

The company first made the announcement by posting a stunning photograph of Nyong'o on its official Twitter account.

The Mexican-born actress then shared a video on her Instagram page confirming the news, saying she is "incredibly excited" for this opportunity.

In a statement released by the French company, Nyong'o said, "I am truly honoured to join the Maison Lancome, a brand with such a prestigious history that I have always loved.

"I am particularly proud to represent its unique vision for women and the idea that beauty should not be dictated, but should instead be an expression of a woman's freedom to be herself."

She is now the fourth Academy award winner to be the face of Lancome.

Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel

First Published: Apr 05 2014 | 2:40 PM IST

Explore News