Once known as “the world’s thinnest woman,” Valeria Levitin’s story is one of survival and purpose.
Raised in Russia to believe thinness defined worth, she began dieting at 16. After moving to the U.S. and pursuing modeling, the pressure to shrink only grew. By 24, she weighed under 60 pounds and was gravely ill.
When her frail image went viral, some young girls disturbingly called her their “goal.” That moment pushed Valeria to speak out, warning about the dangers of eating disorders.
Today, she fights toxic beauty standards and promotes the idea that real beauty comes from health and self-worth—not a number on a scale. Her dream is simple: a life rich with love, meaning, and truth.
