Former Miss World and inspiration of many, Rolene Strauss has been busy promoting her new spoken word album “Secrets to my Growth” where she opens up about her battle with cyberbullying and body shaming. An interview filled two weeks have begun as Rolene talked to Rian on the Scenic Drive about the trauma of it all and overcoming it.
Her Youtube channel is the apostle of her never-ending struggle against battling the demons that bullying and body shamers present. Although, it is hard to imagine that a beauty queen and accomplished doctor like her would ever be a victim of body shaming Rolene has battled these shamers of her weight even after her journey as Miss World ended.
Rolene has posted inspiring beautiful videos like ‘Pretty Hurts’ and ‘You Are’ before her album launch on her channel which has been applauded with appreciation by her fans and followers. The South African beauty has not only inspired people all around the world by fighting these bullies but also set a precedent to not give up and remain a fighter through courage and determination.
Ever since her crowning as Miss World 2014, she has also done a lot of social work to eliminate and eradicate social evils all across the globe. She is currently the chairperson of The Strauss Foundation which aims to be a positive contributor in society through the promotion of Health, Education and Charity. It aims to unlock the inherent abilities of as many individuals as possible.