After three years of constant hard work and ultimate runway performances, model Anok Yai finally received the title of "Model of the Year 2025." Fans gushed over the South Sudanese-origin model, saying that she is “more like the CEO of slay!”Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2025 - Runway - Source: GettyA crown well deserved, up-and-coming supermodel Anok Yai has been awarded the title of ‘Model of the Year 2025.’ Though the 2025 Fashion Awards won’t take place until Monday, December 1, the British Fashion Council decided to change it up a bit this year and announced the highly coveted title a month early.Over the last year, Yai has had one of her strongest years by working with an endless list of brands such as Ferragamo, Coperni, Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren, Fendi, Vetements, and other iconic catwalks, including Saint Laurent, Mugler, Tom Ford, Calvin Klein, and even Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel debut.Even though the Model of the Year has been crowned, it does not mean the award show has lost all its importance, as one of the biggest awards of the year, "Designer of the Year," is yet to be announced. Though there will be tough competition with nominees such as,Glenn Martens for Diesel and Maison MargielaJonathan Anderson for DIOR and JW AndersonMartine Rose for Martine RoseMiuccia Prada for Miu MiuRick Owens for Rick OwensWilly Chavarria for Willy ChavarriaFans react to Anok Yai earning ‘Model of the Year 2025’ titleNo one is prouder of the model than her loyal fans, expressing how the title is well-deserved and long overdue.One fan gushed,"Anok Yai owning the runway and now the crown? Iconic. Congrats on redefining grace under spotlight."Another expressed,"Honestly at this point in her career,I believe she's bigger than that award. They should've awarded her two years ago,last year even...but in 2025,anok yai is already a freaking supermodel."One user stated,"About time too! Anok's got the looks and the talent—she’ll have the runway just buzzing. Can’t wait to see how she lights up the stage!"While another commented,"Congratulations, Anok Yai! Model of the Year is so well-deserved, and we can’t wait to see you shine at The Fashion Awards 2025!"And another agreed sentiment,"When Anok Yai walks in, even the runway bows down! 👑✨ Model of the Year? More like Queen of the Fashion Universe!"Last year, trans model Alex Consani won the award after taking over the runway, billboards, and social media, not just with her aggressive high-fashion walk and unique poses but also with her quirky and hilarious personality. Both Anok and Alex were toe-to-toe last year, as many expected Yai to win, and some thought she got snubbed by the 22-year-old; however, Consani herself had had quite a breakout year.