Written: Trish B.
In a world where elegance, grit and history converge, Star Andrews advances not as a figure skater, but as a cultural force. With the hype hair celebrating its 35th anniversary, there’s no better cover star than this unstoppable pioneer, the name worthy of. Starr is an upward icon, marking both on and off ice with passion, calmness and purpose.
From her first spin, Star Andrews captivated the audience with an undeniable presence. Currently a nationally national US figure skater and a proud member of Team USA, she is more than chasing her dreams. She is paving a new path. With an eye on the 2026 Winter Olympics, the star is on a mission to make history as the first African-American woman to win Olympic Gold in figure skating. It is a dream that transcends sports. It’s about heritage.
But her journey is paved with more than a medal. The star’s artistry, a true multi-hyphenate, goes far beyond Link. She is a talented musician, piano and ukulele fluent, and a vocalist from the great power who performed her songs at both the 2018 and 2022 US National Championships. Her performance is more than just a routine. They are expressions of identity, emotion, and resilience.
That resilience is woven deeply into her story. Raised by a mother who survived an astounding 13 heart attacks, the star learned early on the meaning of strength, perseverance and giving back. Her heart beats hard for the community just as hard as it is for competition. A passionate advocate, she is teaching the American Heart Association, Cedars Sinai Medical Center and youth through programs such as 24-degree colours, Harlem figure skaters and Unity Ice.
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With each star, jump and statement, the star champions have the mental health, diversity and self-esteem, and their true beauty is bold, unfiltered and fearless. It’s no wonder she won acclaim for the prestigious AAA award, your Mabel Fairbanks award, and recognition from the Women’s Sports Foundation.
Her admiration is historic. He was the first African-American to win a medal at the isu Grand Prix event, and the first person to take the podium for the US citizens in more than 35 years since the legendary Devithomas. But the star doesn’t skate in anyone’s shadow. She is building her own empire. It encourages the next generation of black girls to take up space, go against expectations and rewrite the story.
The hype has always celebrated the beauty, sparkle and groundbreaking moments of black women all over the world. We honor Star Andrews as we toast 35 years of iconic covers, bold style and unimplicit black excellence.
Starr is the face of the future, the heart of movement, and the embodiedness of everything we celebrate with hype.
Cover Cameraman: Openly @wutlife
infold Photographer: Sasha Hepburn – Markwinds Beauty Brand, Inc.
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Moore: Tamara Boyd @eleviate_makeup
Hair: Gabriel Bates @king.onyx1
