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In 2020, Essence Magazine celebrated its 50th anniversary. To help commemorate the special occasion, actress and Hollywood IT girl Zendaya graced the magazine’s cover. The cover honored Black resilience, so she paid homage to Donyale Luna, considered the first Black supermodel.

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Zendaya channeled the bombshell supermodel by wearing a design similar to the one seen in one of her iconic photos. To help, GiGi Hunter recreated the dress, and the result was nothing short of spectacular. The actress donned Hunter’s black floor-length gown as she posed for the black and white photo. Zendaya served old Hollywood glamour in the long-sleeved dress that highlighted her svelte figure.

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