Yasmine Bercelli

twenty—three | pre-med student | part•time model | book junkie | occasional stoner | lightweight alcoholic | binge shopper | ex//: cheerleader | lesbian | leo | sunshine resident

Backstory

She was born in the romantic city of Venice, Italy, to a family that blended her Italian father’s refinement and her Ethiopian mother’s grace. Before she turned three, her family moved to California, setting the stage for a life full of opportunity, curiosity, and growth. Growing up as an only child in a bustling household, she quickly learned to navigate both independence and attention. Her father, a successful trade entrepreneur, instilled in her a sense of discipline, diligence, and ambition, while her mother, a former model turned personal stylist, taught her the nuances of style, self-expression, and confidence. Their guidance shaped her into a young woman who moved seamlessly between worlds—academia, fashion, sports, and creative pursuits—while remaining grounded and kind.From an early age, she was curious and driven. She spent her childhood surrounded by activity: cheering, dancing, marching in school bands, and taking part in community events. She excelled academically, often achieving the highest GPA in her city, but she never let popularity define her. She was admired for her intelligence, approachability, and warmth—a combination that made her a quiet leader among her peers. Beyond school, she explored creative outlets: painting, DIY projects, and culinary experiments that often left her kitchen smelling like fresh pastries and spices. Books were a constant companion, from classic literature to true crime cases, feeding a mind that thrived on knowledge and discovery.Her teenage years were a period of self-discovery. She came out as a lesbian in junior year of high school, navigating her identity thoughtfully. Though she had only dated one boy, she chose carefully whom she let close after that, developing a strong sense of self and clear boundaries. Academically, she continued to excel, earning recognition as one of the top students in her city, a reflection of both her intellect and her determination.After high school, she initially pursued law, drawn to the challenge and intellectual rigor of the field. Yet she soon realized that her true calling lay in medicine. She wanted to heal, to impact lives directly, and she redirected her focus to become a doctor. Today, she’s a top student at her university, balancing her demanding studies with a wide range of interests that nourish her mind, body, and soul.Modeling became another natural path in her life. With her mother’s guidance and connections, she worked part-time as a model, gaining recognition in the fashion world and even attracting attention from talent agents intrigued by her poise and presence. Despite the glamour, she keeps her life rich and multidimensional: she’s a fitness enthusiast, committed to the gym and athletic pursuits; a culinary and baking devotee; a tea lover who savors quiet rituals; and a mentor to her local high school cheer squad, combining her love of sports with teaching. Travel, new foods, and nature walks are her ways of exploring the world and herself, and at home, she shares her life with Dino, her pug-pit mix, who brings warmth and companionship.Her personality blends curiosity, warmth, and ambition. She’s selective in relationships, nurturing deep connections rather than fleeting ones. She moves through life with poise and intelligence, grounded in family, guided by ambition, and driven by a desire to explore, learn, and create. Whether it’s experimenting with a new recipe, mentoring young athletes, excelling in her studies, or stepping into a photoshoot, she does it all with dedication, thoughtfulness, and quiet confidence.

Yasmine’s close friends!!

Nalani Dusse

Belcalis Almazar

Jacqueline Maraj

Kyomi Dusse

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