Model, Entrepreneur & TV Personality; Founder of Ubah Hot; Cast Member on "The Real Housewives of New York City"

New York, NY, USA
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Ubah Hassan Biography

Ubah Hassan is a Somali-Canadian model, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and television personality known for her journey from refugee to runway in the global fashion and business industries. After fleeing civil war in Somalia as a child and reuniting with her family in Canada—including a period living in a homeless shelter—Hassan was discovered by a photographer in a Canadian park at age 17, launching a modeling career that led her to international prominence. She later relocated to New York City, where she began working with luxury fashion brands.

Hassan's modeling career includes collaborations with fashion houses such as Ralph Lauren, Gucci, Oscar de la Renta, and Rachel Roy. She served as the face of Ralph Lauren's Spring/Summer campaign and was featured twice in Vogue Italia, first in the all-Black issue photographed by Steven Meisel and again in the Soul Kitchen issue photographed by Bruce Weber. She was named Model.com's Model of the Week and appeared in an Allure magazine editorial spread. Her story was chronicled in the documentary short film "Ubah!" which premiered on CNN.com and explored her upbringing in Somalia, modeling career, and humanitarian work.

Beyond modeling, Hassan is an entrepreneur and founder of Ubah Hot, a vegan, African-inspired hot sauce brand offering three gemstone-named flavors. The brand was featured on Oprah Winfrey's Favorite Things list and in publications including Forbes, Vogue, and Oprah Daily. Hassan has focused on building the company independently, navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship in the food industry.

Hassan's philanthropic work includes co-founding Maji Umbrellas in partnership with Oxfam America, an initiative that directed proceeds from umbrella sales toward clean water infrastructure projects in the Horn of Africa. Her leadership in that effort earned her an Elle magazine Genius Award. She has served as an Oxfam Sisters on the Planet ambassador, advocating for women's empowerment and poverty alleviation, and has supported organizations such as All Hands and Hearts and Dress for Success through campaigns and telethons.

Hassan joined the cast of "The Real Housewives of New York City" beginning with its fourteenth season, bringing her personal story and entrepreneurial drive to a national audience. Her presence on the show offered viewers insight into running a business, navigating the fashion industry as a Black Muslim woman, and building a purposeful life. With a career spanning high fashion, food entrepreneurship, and humanitarian advocacy, Hassan is recognized for her work in fashion, business, and philanthropy.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

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