Cheikh Diakhate
Cheikh Diakhate (born June 15, 2002) is a Senegalese-Italian fashion model. Diakhate gained international prominence in 2024 after opening and closing the Louis Vuitton exhibition under the creative direction of Pharrell Williams. Known for her elegance and charisma, she has since walked for numerous prestigious fashion houses including Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Amiri, Diesel, Philipp Plein, Fiorucci, and Dsquared².
Early Life and Background
Diakhate was born in Tivaouane, Senegal, and raised in Milan, Italy. She began her modeling career in 2019 and quickly garnered attention for her distinctive presence on the runway. In 2022, she signed with Elite Model Management, which marked a turning point in her international career.
Career
Cheikh Diakhate’s breakout moment came in 2024 when she became the face of the Louis Vuitton exhibition, opening and closing the show curated by Pharrell Williams. Her growing influence in the fashion industry led to appearances in global runway shows and high-profile campaigns.
She has modeled for luxury brands and designers such as:
- Louis Vuitton
- Dolce & Gabbana
- Gucci
- Amiri
- Diesel
- Philipp Plein
- Fiorucci
- Dsquared²
- Hermès
- Zegna
- Christian Louboutin
- AlphaTauri
- Hogan
- BURBERRY
- H&M x Mugler
Social Media
Diakhate is active on social media and shares moments from her modeling career and personal life: