She’s one of hip hop’s top artists, but before her signature blonde buzzcut and confidence – Amber Rose struggled with anxiety and depression that often led to panic attacks.
She is best known for her risque poses in barely there bikinis but her millions of fans have never seen the smiling schoolgirl Amber Rose – who grew up in South Philadelphia battling anxiety and depression.
Daily Mail Online can exclusively reveal a photo of the model at just 12 years old – long before she shaved her head to give herself her signature look.
In the sixth grade school picture, her yellow t-shirt with an Olympic Games logo stands out against the studio background.
Another exclusive photo shows a then 20-something in a much more revealing pose.
Source: Amber Rose battled depression before becoming one bad ‘b****’