Lizzie Velasquez – Born In 1989, How Do You Define Yourself
Lizzie Velasquez made a difference when she transformed personal adversity into global inspiration. At 17, she discovered a YouTube video labeling her the “World’s Ugliest Woman,” which became a catalyst for her anti-bullying activism. In 2014, her TEDx talk, “How Do YOU Define Yourself,” went viral, amassing millions of views and establishing her as a leading motivational speaker.
She then authored books like “Be Beautiful, Be You” and “Dare to Be Kind,” sharing her journey and promoting kindness. In 2015, her documentary, “A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velásquez Story,” premiered at SXSW. She maintains an active presence on social media, engaging and inspiring millions with her resilience and positivity.
