// // ]]> Before there was a Naomi Campbell, Iman and Tyra Banks, there was Donyale Luna. Donyale Luna was the first notable African American fashion model and the first black cover girl. Born Peggy Anne Freeman in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Peggy and Nathaniel Freeman. Her father, who was reportedly abusive, was murdered when she was 18.Donyale's mother wanted her to become a nurse, but her path was destined for fashion. Donyale created her own dream. She made up stories to h[...]