All eyes were on Italian-based Ghanaian top model Eligere Di Merrebel, who turned heads with her stunning appearance at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival 2026.
Known off the runway as Gifty Merrebel Ackah, she is not only a celebrated model but also an actress, fashionista, and entrepreneur with her own clothing line.
She graced the prestigious red carpet in exquisite ensembles that beautifully celebrated her African heritage, blending culture, sophistication, and timeless elegance.
With confidence, poise, and an unmistakable presence, Merrebel quickly became one of the standout personalities of the red-carpet session.
For her, fashion goes far beyond simply wearing beautiful clothes. Every fabric, colour and design tells a story of determination, perseverance, resilience, freedom, and authenticity- a reflection of a woman who continues to redefine African excellence on the global fashion stage.
The Venice International Film Festival, founded in August 1932, is the world’s oldest film festival.
It was established to promote and celebrate international cinema as an art, entertainment, and industry, while encouraging freedom, creativity, and dialogue.
Eligere Di Merrebel is proudly putting Ghana and Africa on the global fashion map.
