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Beaming with pride, model Camille McDonald shows off the proclamation she received from New York State Senator Kevin Parker for her service to humanity at the 16th annual Arit Fuller Foundation Gala Dinner in Manhattan on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
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Jamaican model Camille McDonald moved by NY honour

Jamaican model Camille McDonald was the toast of the ‘Big Apple’ recently, receiving a proclamation and citation for her humanitarian and philanthropic endeavours in Jamaica. McDonald, who appeared on the popular America’s Next Top Model franchise in Cycles 2 and 17, was presented with a proclamation for her exemplary service to humanity by New York State Senator Kevin Parker of the 21st Senate District on September 26, at the 16th annual Arit Fuller Foundation Gala Dinner in Manhattan.

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