Eight people to root for in 2019

By The FADER

Amber Wagner

A prophet with killer nails and a heart of gold.

Tomi Adeyemi

An author who understands our messed up world.

Naomi Smalls

The future of drag is a gorgeous dork from Chicago.

Christopher John Rogers

Glamour is being reimagined by a Southern style visionary.

Kader Sylla

Skateboarding’s real-life teen superstar.

Catherine Cohen

A vintage showbiz legend in training.

KangHee Kim

A Korean photographer creating surrealist art out of longing.

Joel Kim Booster

A comedian with cum jokes and lots to talk about.

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