Lea Oude is a fighter who pursues her dreams without losing her footing. With an extraordinary mix of discipline, authenticity and an infectious positive energy, she has made a name for herself in the fashion world. But what makes Lea really special is her close connection to her fans. She sees herself not just as a role model, but as part of a community that motivates and supports each other.

After studying retail design, she worked as a business development manager - a job that showed her how important innovation and sustainability are for the future. But she felt that something was still missing and fashion was her great passion. She used her determination as motivation, gained life experience and took part in GNTM in 2024 with a healthy dose of self-confidence. Her fans accompanied her on every step of this journey - and experienced first-hand how she won the 19th season of the show through hard work, discipline and authenticity.

A winner with a heart - Lea and her community
What sets Lea apart from others is her approachability. She takes time for her community, shares highs and lows, celebrates successes together with her followers and gives honest insights behind the scenes. For many, she is not just a model, but an inspiration - one who shows that setbacks do not mean the end, but can be a new beginning.
After winning Germany's Next Topmodel, she became the face of the German Harper's Bazaar and worked with international brands such as Fila, Joop, IT Cosmetics, Kilian Kerner, NYX and many more. But despite her great success, Lea remains true to herself. She lives in Düsseldorf, loves discovering new cultures and uses her platform to talk about topics that are close to her heart - from sustainability to female empowerment.
Her fans are more than just followers for her - they are part of her story. Whether through personal messages, Q&A sessions or meet-and-greets: Lea values direct exchange and wants to show that everyone can go their own way - with courage, hard work and belief in themselves.