Even if you didn’t binge-watch 'Love Island USA' Season 7 last summer, you’ve probably seen Olandria Carthen pop up on social media.
Though she didn’t win the season, Carthen was the breakout star of the franchise, immediately becoming a fan favorite not just for her style, sparkle, and storyline, but also because of how open and vulnerable she was about representing dark-skinned Black women on reality TV.
When playing TIME’s game of telephone on at Thursday night's TIME100 Creators Party with Julian Shapiro-Barnum, she put it simply, “I broke the standard." See more from the celebration here: https://t.co/q3rbUG5E71
Olandria appreciation post!! 🫶
If there's one thing we know for certain, it's that Bama Barbie has given us some truly iconic moments over the past year. 💜
Swipe to look back at some of her standout looks, and let us know your favorite in the comments.
We love and support her regardless of her relationships. Somehow relieved the support she gets going forward will not be questioned by pr relationship accusations.
Ngl I did so much in just a year I was worried that I couldn’t top it.. my whole team already has 2027 mapped out just know dolls we’re GOOD😭🎀 I can’t express how excited I am for what’s to come!!!