This professional supermodel is the younger sister of famous YouTuber Nikki Perkins. She gained global attention for her almost surreal appearance, but her unfiltered photos prove that true beauty lies beneath the surface.
Nyadak “Duckie” Thot, a Sudanese-Australian model, is Nikki Perkins’s sibling. She began making waves in the fashion industry years ago when she competed on “Australia’s Next Top Model.” Let’s look at her transformation over the years, first through filtered, then unfiltered images.
Thot’s Filtered or Photoshopped Looks
Images of the supermodel from 2017 showed how incredibly flawless she appeared. Thanks to filters and Photoshop, many likened her to a Barbie doll.
2017
Her looks captivated people around the world. One person on X remarked, “I won’t believe she’s real until I see her in person.” Another wrote, “Literally thought you were a Barbie,” while someone else said, “thought [sic] this was a barbie for a good solid 5 minutes.”
One person echoed, “Wooooooowwww she looks like a Barbie that’s crazy.[sic]” A fan described her as “A literal doll,” and another added, “you are literally a living barbiedoll.[sic]” One person even asked, “Are you even human?” Using crying emojis, another declared, “This is perfection in a picture.”
2018
In 2018, the supermodel appeared in Oyster Magazine in Paris, France.
2020
At the start of 2020, Thot posted a photo of herself in a red dress. She captioned the image, “first [sic] wedding of the decade ❤️.”
2021
In 2021, she showed off her beauty while celebrating the New Year in Accra, Ghana.
2022
In 2022, she celebrated a major milestone, being named a Sports Illustrated Rookie. Alongside a beautiful swimsuit photo, she wrote, “Thank you, @mj_day and the entire team at @si_swimsuit for believing in me; shooting this was a dream!! It still hasn’t sunken in yet, but I am beyond honored to be a part of the family. 🖤”
Thot’s Unfiltered Looks: 2015
Thot began her fashion career in 2013 when she placed third on “Australia’s Next Top Model.” During an interview reflecting on her time in the show’s eighth cycle, she spoke about her early experiences.
She recalled, “I’d just turned 17, and it was really overwhelming being a teenage girl on TV. I was excited, but at the same time I didn’t really understand all that was going on.” The star explained that her focus had been more on the modeling than on the television side.
Thot added, “Being in the industry now, I can see how completely different it is working in the actual market versus being on a show.” Over the years, she’s shared both filtered and unfiltered images. In 2015, she posted several filter-free photos on Instagram that highlighted her natural beauty.
2016
Thot welcomed 2016 with another unfiltered image. She captioned it, “Baby [sic] it’s been that way 💋💗.”
2017
As a Black model, Thot has had to address racism throughout her career. In a September 2017 interview, she was asked how she dealt with racism in the fashion world.
She replied, “I think no matter where you go in the world, there’s always going to be some thought of something, but you need to just find your place.” She shared that she found hers in New York, and her experience there has been positive.
Still, she acknowledged that racism exists in every city and, as a public figure, she has learned to accept that reality. She clarified that she wasn’t saying “racism is okay,” but urged others not to judge entire countries or cities, “because it’s a pain.” Her advice was to “shake it off.”
Throughout 2017, Thot appeared at numerous events, showcasing her versatile looks.
A fan, seeing her smiling in sunglasses, commented, “I don’t even know why you’re not so over the internet, you are so beautiful.[sic]” Others echoed similar sentiments, calling her “So beautiful,” and saying, “you [sic] are soooo beautiful.”
2018
Since launching her modeling career, Thot quickly rose to prominence. She appeared in the 2018 Pirelli calendar, a reimagining of “Alice in Wonderland” by Tim Walker featuring an all-Black cast. That same year, she also walked in the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
2019
Her career continued to flourish. In an interview that same year, she was asked how she relaxes when not working. She said, “The first and last thing I do every day is pray.”
The supermodel explained, “When I left home in Melbourne, Australia, two and a half years ago to model, I felt a bit disconnected. Now that I have a regular prayer routine, I’m more grounded in that space.”
Thot also addressed the media’s shortcomings in reporting global crises. She shared that her mother had to flee South Sudan while pregnant with her due to war.
The star continued, “Right now there’s a massacre going on at home, but you don’t really see much coverage about it. People need to be aware that people’s real lives are being affected.”
2021
2022
Thot continued to celebrate her natural beauty in 2022 by attending several Sports Illustrated events.
She also participated in T Australia’s rapid-fire Q&A during a photo shoot, showcasing her confidence and charm on camera.
2023
In 2023, she appeared at a Clarins event alongside another model and also attended another Sports Illustrated gathering.
2024
By 2024, Thot was mingling with other celebrities and was seen at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) after-party with Law Roach.
2025
One of her most recent posts showed her in full makeup, celebrating a beauty event in Sydney. In the caption, she wrote, “Such a fun night last week celebrating the @charlottetilbury x @meccabeauty event in Sydney! Thanks for having me 💋.”
Thot continues to captivate people around the world with her presence. Whether she uses filters or not, her natural beauty shines through—earning admiration and respect from fans everywhere.
