Beyoncé has tapped model with muscular dystrophy, Jillian Mercado, as the face of her merch line

Another step for diversity.

We’re all aware of the lack of diversity in the fashion industry and Queen Bey is one celeb who won’t shy away from the issue. 

Following her ‘Formation’ music video, where she takes on black culture and police brutality, Beyoncé’s next move is to continue to drive diversity in the fashion industry. She’s tapped Jillian Mercado, a blogger-turned-model with muscular dystrophy, as the face of her latest merchandise line.

Jillian has been modelling since her first campaign was with Diesel Jeans in 2014. She is now signed to IMG Models, where she continues to dominate. She’s also editor at nicopanda.com and judging by her Instagram, an all-round legend. You can check her our here.