A Former "ANTM" Contestant Has Started A Debate About Blackface

Some were offended after Winnie Harlow, who has the skin condition vitiligo, defended fans trying to emulate her look.

This is Chantelle Brown-Young, aka Winnie Harlow, an up-and-coming model who's making waves in the fashion industry.

You may recognize her from Cycle 21 of America's Next Top Model, where she placed fifth in the competition

She's managed to snag two major fashion campaigns within the last year, wooing the brands of Desigual and Diesel.

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Harlow's unique skin condition — an insecurity that used to make her feel bad about herself — is now what sets her apart, in the very best way.

The model has a skin condition called vitiligo, which is known for changing the pigment of one's skin.

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Now, as Harlow continues to make a name for herself in the fashion scene, many people are attempting to copy her skin condition as a way of paying tribute to the model.

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Many people, some Caucasian, have taken to social media platforms such as Twitter and Tumblr, donning makeup to show their adoration for Harlow. But the practice has disturbed others who say that it is an act of blackface.

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