Ubah Hassan Explained

Ubah Hassan
Native Name:اوبح حسن
Birth Name:Ubah Ali Hassan
Birth Date:27 August 1983[1] [2]
Birth Place:Somalia
Relatives:Chanel Ayan (cousin)
Haircolor:Black
Eyecolor:Brown
Agency:
  • Richard's International Model Management (Vancouver)
  • Models 1 (London)

Ubah Ali Hassan (Somali: Ubax Xasan, Arabic: اوبح حسن; born 27 August 1983) is a Somali-Canadian model, businesswoman, and television personality. She has worked with a number of top designers including Ralph Lauren, Gucci, Rachel Roy, and Oscar de la Renta. She is the founder and CEO of Ubah Hot, her own personal brand of hot sauce. Hassan is also known for starring in the Bravo reality series The Real Housewives of New York City, which she joined in the show's fourteenth season. In addition, she is involved in philanthropic work.

Early life

Hassan was born in Somalia in 1983. In 1991, Hassan's mother and three sisters fled war-torn Somalia and moved to Ethiopia. Hassan, her father, and her brother stayed in Somalia until 1994 when they then moved to Kenya. Hassan later immigrated to Canada at the age of 15, where she was reunited with her mother and sisters who had also immigrated to the country. Hassan's family was forced to live in a homeless shelter for a year upon their move to Canada.[3] [4] [5]

Career

At age 17, Hassan was talent spotted at a park in Canada by a photographer and subsequently began modeling in Vancouver and Toronto.[6] She was also the owner of a restaurant while living in Vancouver.[7] In 2007, she was signed to Click Model Management in New York City. There she began doing high profile photoshoots and walking fashion runways.

In April 2008, Hassan was featured in an Allure magazine editorial spread.[8] In May of that same year, Hassan was named Model.com's Model of the Week. She has appeared in Vogue Italia twice, first in July 2008's Black issue where she was photographed by Steven Meisel, and then again in January 2009's Soul Kitchen issue where she was photographed by Bruce Weber.[9] She was the face of Ralph Lauren's Spring/Summer 2009 campaign.[10] Hassan has also done work with several other top designers, brands, and companies including Oscar de la Renta,[11] Rachel Roy,[5] Betsey Johnson,[12] Malan Breton,[13] Gucci,[5] Lucky Brand Jeans, CoverGirl,[14] Polaroid, and Macy's.[15] As of 2023, Hassan is still signed to Richard's International Model Management in Vancouver, her mother agency, and Models 1 in London.[16] [17]

In March 2015, Hassan was the subject of a documentary short film titled Ubah! that was directed by Joe Berlinger and premiered on CNN.com. In the short film, Hassan discusses her upbringing in Somalia, career in modeling, and philanthropic efforts in Cambodia.[18]

Hassan is the founder and CEO of Ubah Hot, an African-inspired vegan hot sauce brand.[19] The hot sauce became available to purchase in June 2021 and was featured as one of Oprah's Favorite Things in November of that same year.[20] She appeared in the seventh episode of the first season of the Netflix reality series My Unorthodox Life, where she discussed her hot sauce brand with the show's star Julia Haart.

In October 2022, it was announced that Hassan was joining the cast of The Real Housewives of New York City.[21] The fourteenth season of the series, Hassan's first, premiered on July 16, 2023.[22]

Philanthropy

Hassan is involved with various philanthropic efforts. She is an Oxfam Sisters on the Planet ambassador.[23] The goal of the organization is to end systemic discrimination against women by changing laws and policies that keep women in poverty. In 2012, Hassan partnered with Oxfam to create Maji Umbrellas. The company, which Hassan was the president and co-founder of, sold umbrellas and donated a portion of the profits to clean water initiatives in East Africa.[24] Hassan was later the recipient of an Elle magazine Genius Award for her work with Maji Umbrellas.[25]

She works closely with footwear brand Toms Shoes' global charity and has traveled to Cambodia to give shoes and other essentials to people in need.[26] [27] In the documentary short film Ubah!, Hassan is shown raising money for the Cambodian Children's Fund. She talked about feeling compelled to act and help the children there after her trip to the country. Hassan also works with All Hands and Hearts, a nonprofit organization benefiting those impacted by natural disasters.[28]

In June 2023, Hassan was honored by the Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research for her efforts raising awareness and funds for cancer research.[29] She said she was motivated to join the cause after her mother died from leukemia in 2012.[30] [31]

Personal life

Hassan is a Muslim.[28] She is a cousin of fellow model Chanel Ayan, who is one of the stars of The Real Housewives of Dubai.[32] Hassan is currently in a relationship with investment banker Oliver Dachsel, who she began dating in 2022.[33]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ubah A Hassan. Radaris. August 27, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230827114933/https://radaris.com/~Ubah-Hassan/1383003278. August 27, 2023. live.
  2. Web site: Ubah Hassan's Birthday Party. Patrick McMullan Company. 26 March 2015.
  3. Web site: March 9, 2010. Ubah Hassan - "My feet are on the ground. I know how quick you can lose something or someone.". July 5, 2023 . kaonlinemagazine.com. April 1, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150401003501/https://kaonlinemagazine.com/ubah-hassan-%E2%80%93%E2%80%93-my-feet-are-on-the-ground-i-know-how-quick-you-can-lose-something-or-someone/. live.
  4. Web site: Wakeman. Jessica. December 10, 2021. This Model Launched a Modern Hot Sauce Company with Flavors That Harken Back to Her Childhood. July 5, 2023. OprahDaily.com. December 10, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211210172014/https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a38377082/this-model-launched-a-modern-hot-sauce-company-with-flavors-that-harken-back-to-her-childhood/. live.
  5. Web site: Feiereisen. Sharon. April 25, 2017. 21 Questions With… Model and Activist Ubah Hassan. July 5, 2023. thefashionspot.com. May 6, 2017. https://web.archive.org/web/20170506221504/https://www.thefashionspot.com/runway-news/742093-ubah-hassan/. live.
  6. Web site: Model of the Week. Models.com. May 5, 2008. July 5, 2023. May 10, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20080510114958/http://models.com/model_culture/model_of_week/ubah/.
  7. Web site: Mwenzi Kilimanjaro Gourmet. July 6, 2023. opengovca.com. July 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230706084126/https://opengovca.com/vancouver-business/07-124047. live.
  8. Web site: Herbst. Kendall. Meet the New Girl: Ubah Hassan. July 17, 2008. August 2, 2023. The Cut. September 18, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200918102229/https://www.thecut.com/2008/07/meet_the_new_girl_ubah_hassan_1.html. live.
  9. Web site: Ubah Hassan. September 13, 2010. July 6, 2023. Vogue Italia. it. July 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230706114447/https://www.vogue.it/vogue-black/visto-su-vogue/2010/09/ubah-hassan. live.
  10. Web site: Alexander. Hilary. February 19, 2009. New York Fashion Week: Ubah Hassan to appear in Ralph Lauren collection. July 6, 2023. The Daily Telegraph. July 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230706071706/http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/news-features/TMG4697411/New-York-Fashion-Week-Ubah-Hassan-heads-Ralph-Lauren-collection.html. live.
  11. Web site: Newberry. Penny. February 1, 2011. Model Mondays: Ubah Hassan. July 6, 2023. allpeneverything.com. July 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230706072816/https://www.allpeneverything.com/2011/02/01/model-mondays-ubah-hassan/. live.
  12. Web site: Augustin. Camille. February 27, 2013. 6 Black Models Taking Over the Runway. June 24, 2023. Vibe. December 6, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211206085410/https://www.vibe.com/features/vixen/top-models-6-young-models-taking-over-275956/. live.
  13. Web site: Malan Brenton RTW Spring 2009. September 11, 2008. Women's Wear Daily. August 7, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20210624043424/https://wwd.com/fashion-news/shows-reviews/gallery/malan-breton-rtw-spring-2009/. June 24, 2021. live.
  14. Web site: Ilchi. Layla. August 27, 2019. Karolina Kurkova, Chriselle Lim, Camila Coelho and More to Speak at WWD Style Dimension. August 8, 2023. Women's Wear Daily. April 24, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230424174408/https://wwd.com/feature/wwd-style-dimension-2019-speakers-1203246784/. live.
  15. Web site: March 31, 2017. What a Beautiful Girl Wants: Ubah Hassan. July 5, 2023. Maxim. April 2, 2017. https://web.archive.org/web/20170402185432/https://www.maxim.com/women/what-ubah-hassan-wants-2017-3/. live.
  16. Web site: Ubah Hassan. July 6, 2023. Richard's International Model Management. July 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230706094024/https://www.richardsmodels.com/divisions/women/portfolios/ubah-hassan. live.
  17. Web site: Ubah Hassan. August 27, 2023. Models 1. August 27, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230827113932/https://www.models1.co.uk/women/classic/3288-ubah-hassan/. live.
  18. Web site: March 24, 2015. Fashion Model's unlikely path to fame. July 6, 2023. CNN. March 25, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150325114228/https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2015/03/24/digital-shorts-ubah-fashion-model-orig.cnn. live.
  19. Web site: Di Donato. Valentina. February 1, 2022. Meet The Woman With An 'Ubah Hot' Spice For Life. July 6, 2023. Forbes. July 6, 2023. https://archive.today/20230706012938/https://www.forbes.com/sites/valentinadidonato/2022/02/01/meet-the-woman-with-an-ubah-hot-spice-for-life/?sh=761fcb3555c0. live.
  20. Web site: November 1, 2021. Oprah's Favorite Things 2021: Ubah Hot Collection. July 5, 2023. Oprah.com. December 4, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211204073953/https://www.oprah.com/gift/oprahs-favorite-things-2021-ubah-hot-collection?editors_pick_id=80835. live.
  21. Web site: Tinoco. Armando. October 16, 2022. 'RHONY' Season 14 Reboot Cast Confirmed With 7 New Housewives Including Jenna Lyons – BravoCon. July 1, 2023. Deadline Hollywood. October 18, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221018222906/https://deadline.com/2022/10/rhony-season-14-reboot-cast-confirmed-7-new-housewives-jenna-lyons-bravocon-1235146455/. live.
  22. Web site: Tinoco. Armando. May 1, 2023. 'The Real Housewives Of New York City' Reboot Gets Season 14 Premiere Date Post 'RHOA' In New Teaser. June 24, 2023. Deadline Hollywood. May 1, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230501161719/https://deadline.com/2023/05/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-city-reboot-season-14-premiere-date-rhoa-1235351759/. live.
  23. Web site: Sisters on the Planet. August 2, 2023. Oxfam. July 9, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230709104035/https://www.oxfamamerica.org/about-us/ambassadors/sisters-on-the-planet/. live.
  24. Web site: Hassan. Ubah. This World Water Day, every action counts. March 22, 2012. August 2, 2023. Oxfam. February 12, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220212105738/https://firstperson.oxfamamerica.org/this-world-water-day-every-action-counts/. live.
  25. Web site: Moody. Elyse. June 29, 2012. Young Entrepreneurs - Genius Awards 2012. August 2, 2023. Elle. August 2, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230802183031/https://www.elle.com/culture/career-politics/news/g7496/genius-awards-2012/?slide=5. live.
  26. Web site: Spin with Supermodel Ubah Hassan at Revolve Studios & Have Lunch After in NYC on 4/4. July 6, 2023. Charitybuzz. July 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230706125036/https://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/auction-spin-with-supermodel-ubah-hassan-at-revolve-1242412. live.
  27. Web site: A Shared Journey in Cambodia - TOMS Spring 2013 Campaign. Toms Shoes. February 4, 2013. YouTube. August 7, 2023. http://ghostarchive.org/varchive/zrIKE_QyPCs. August 7, 2023. live.
  28. Web site: Picou. Sabrina. Ubah Hassan: 5 Things To Know About The Model & Activist On 'RHONY'. July 12, 2023. August 1, 2023. Hollywood Life. July 12, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230712214810/https://hollywoodlife.com/feature/who-is-ubah-hassan-5132678/. live.
  29. Web site: June 27, 2023. Celebs Give Back. July 6, 2023. Entertainment Tonight. July 6, 2023. https://archive.today/20230706131530/https://www.etonline.com/gallery/190686_celebs_give_back. live.
  30. Web site: Goddard. Molly Claire. June 19, 2023. 'RHONY' Star Ubah Hassan Reveals Why Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research is a Cause Close to Her Heart: 'They Have Been Relentless'. July 6, 2023. OK!. June 20, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230620111051/https://okmagazine.com/p/rhony-ubah-hassan-reveals-gabrielles-angel-foundation-close-heart/. live.
  31. Web site: Franklin. McKinley. October 1, 2023. New 'RHONY' Housewife Ubah Hassan on Her Intense Phone Fight With Erin Lichy: 'She's a S--- Stirrer, Everybody Knows It'. October 25, 2023 . . October 3, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231003210930/https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/rhony-ubah-hassan-interview-ubah-hot-1235740975/. live.
  32. Web site: Huamani. Kaitlyn. RHONY's Ubah Hassan Reveals Advice She Received from Cousin and 'RHODubai' Housewife Chanel Ayan (Exclusive). July 16, 2023. August 1, 2023. People. July 16, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230716193348/https://people.com/rhony-ubah-hassan-reveals-advice-from-cousin-rhodubai-star-chanel-ayan-exclusive-7561468. live.
  33. Web site: Hatcher. Kirsty. Greene. Jordan. RHONY's Ubah Hassan Makes Red Carpet Debut with 'Mystery' Connecticut Boyfriend Oliver Dachsel (Exclusive Details). October 25, 2023. October 25, 2023. People. October 25, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231025172547/https://people.com/rhony-ubah-hassan-poses-mystery-connecticut-boyfriend-oliver-dachsel-8380209. live.