Biography
As a professional Model, Actress, Dancer, Reporter and Motivational Speaker, Brittney Sharaun is a multifaceted talent! Determined to be more than just a pretty face, Brittney Sharaun is a continuous work in progress and strives to live to her full potential in every area of her life. At the young age of 23 the bubbly television personality and California State University student is on her way to success and longevity in the Media Entertainment industry. She is best known as "Sharaun" from her appearance on Tyra Bank's hit reality television show "Americas Next Top Model". As one of the final 12 contestants, the optimistic Brittney Sharaun went on to catch the attention of top modeling agency Elite Model Management Chicago (now known as Factor Women). At the age of 18 Sharaun went on to sign with Elite and model for the likes of, Diane Von Furstenberg, Macy's, DSW Shoes, Christian Siriano, Scott Barnes, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tracy Reese, Sonia Rykiel and Tommy Hilfiger among others. Sharaun has also modeled on both the Tyra banks Show and Oprah Winfrey Show as well as appeared in Music Videos for hit music artists, Lil Jon, RKelly and Mario. As a reporter, the young beauty began reporting for NBC Chicago's "About Last Night" segment at the young age of 20. Her love for fashion eventually led to her hosting various fashion events as well as giving fashion tips and advice on the NBC.com segment. After being flooded with emails from young girls wanting fashion, life health and modeling advice, Brittney Sharaun began speaking at various seminars on the subject. As a professional model, Brittney Sharaun models designs that the public has yet to see. Her fashion insight as a model has led to her dishing out fashion tips to women everywhere! Believing beauty is more than just fashion, Sharaun touches on subjects such as low self esteem, depression, identity and inner beauty. Brittney Sharaun empowers young women to discover their true inner and outer beauty, love themselves and overcome their insecurities! Born on the South side of Chicago in a single parent household Brittney Sharaun has overcome many obstacles that most fall victim to. She is the perfect example that by making healthy life style choices dreams really can come true! A virgin, vowed to saving her self for marriage, the young vibrant role model tours to high schools sharing her inspirational life story and speaking to the youth about making healthy life style choices, following their dreams, setting goals, knowing their worth, self esteem and abstinence, just to name a few. Brittney Sharaun is a great role model of purity to young girls everywhere. Her message on purity captivates her audiences , leaving them with more confidence and a better understanding of their worth and identity. She is considered one of the youngest and wisest speakers today! Using her personal successes and testimonies, Sharaun creates an atmosphere of determination, love, passion and purpose. Her unique style, passion and dynamic energy captivates diverse audiences everywhere. Brittney Sharaun teaches proven practical principles for success to the youth that can inspire people of all ages! Off screen Brittney Sharaun dedicates a great deal of her time to her non-profit organization geared towards homeless rehabilitation. In her efforts to make a difference Brittney Sharaun founded "Burger and Bibles on Skid Row", which aims to inspire and encourage the homeless around the world to rise above poverty, defy the odds and discover their life's purpose. Brittney Sharaun has a passionate desire to use her accomplishments and inspirational story as a means to benefit the lives of the youth and motivate them to believe in the beauty of their dreams. She aspires to continue to Empower women around the world to cultivate their inner beauty while using fashion as a means to help them discover their outer beauty and love themselves!
