Sarpong was cast by BHL for his extensive
fashion credentials. In 2011 he was named one of the top 10 male models
in the world by Mens’ Fashion magazine. Fashion Group International
named him one of the 75 most influential people in fashion. He has been
the face of famous brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Levi’s, Ed Hardy and
Ben Sherman and is featured in the major campaigns of two international
brands, iconic “Boy London” and “Gesus Denim”. In addition, Sarprong has
been named as “Brand Ambassador” for Nelson Mandela’s 4664 fashion. In
October of this year, he flies to London to receive the “Icon In
Fashion” award presented by BEFTTA. This prestigious award recognizes an
individual with over a decade of excellent work in fashion.Sam is excited to join “411” and says, “With BHL and Fashion 411 my fashion fan base now has a place where they can hear a male perspective on what celebs are wearing, which designers are hot and what’s trending. I love my cast mates, we have great chemistry. I also wanted to come on board because Maria Menounos is such a smart business woman, anything she does is always successful.”
"Fashion 411 is one of our surprise hits," says Keven Undergaro, one of the network creators. “To have someone of Sam's stature and talents along with Erika [Garcia Rojas], Dionna [Vaughan] and Courtney's [Stewart], BHL is truly blessed.
Black Hollywood Live's Fashion 411 show airs live Fridays and is available for download the next day on iTunes and BlackHollywoodLive.com.
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