Youma Diakite

Professional Trajectory

Youma Diakite (born 1 May 1971), also known simply as Youma, is a Malian model, actress, television personality and showgirl, mainly active in Italy. She is internationally known[1] also as "the other Naomi" because she is very similar to Naomi Campbell. Born in Mali and raised in Paris, Diakite became worldwide known at 18 years old when she was chosen by Benetton Group as spokesmodel for an advertising campaign. Moved to Italy in 1998, Diakite was a runway model for notable stylists including Armani, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana.