Supermodels Karen Mulder and Polina Poriszkova face public scrutiny

Former supermodels Karen Mulder and Polina Poriszkova are facing renewed public attention as their complex life stories beyond the fashion industry come to light.

Karen Mulder, a prominent Dutch model of the 1990s, is making a return to the fashion scene after two decades. Her career was previously interrupted following allegations of sexual abuse and physical and psychological violence within the industry, as well as claims involving a member of a royal family. These events led to a period of withdrawal from public life.

Polina Poriszkova, who rose to fame in the 1980s, also faces scrutiny regarding her personal life and career transitions. After achieving significant success, including being the first woman from Eastern Europe to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated, her personal relationship with musician Rik Okasek has faced challenges, including reports of being removed from his will.