Laith Ashley might be new to the modelling world, but he's already causing a stir having created a huge following online, with over 65,000 followers on Instagram.

The New York based transgender model, who was born a woman, has been finding success in the modelling industry since he started transitioning two years ago. After signing to Slay Model Management, the 26 year old has starred in Barneys New York Brothers, Sisters, Sons & Daughters ad campaign, shot by fashion photographer Bruce Weber, in spring 2014, and walked in shows for Adrian Alicea and Gypsy Sport during New York Fashion Week in February this year. Now Ashley, who used to work as an insurance navigator, is focussing on more projects and campaigns while counting Whoopi Goldberg and transgender actress Laverne Cox among his celebrity fans.