Ty Ogunkoya, born Akintayo Ogunkoya, is a Nigerian-born British fashion model. His unique heritage and striking features have contributed to his success on international runways and in high-fashion editorials.
Ty Ogunkoya is signed with New York Model Management and has an impressive global representation. His agencies include Premium Models in Paris, Why Not Model Management in Milan, View Management in Barcelona, Le Management in Copenhagen, SPIN Model Management in Hamburg, Public Image Management in Montreal, MIKAs in Stockholm, Kult Australia in Sydney, and Premier Model Management in London.
Ogunkoya made his high-profile runway debut in 2008 as an exclusive model for Dior Homme's Fall show in Paris. That same year, he was photographed by David Sims for Benetton, marking a significant early milestone in his career. His runway work has since included appearances in shows for Belstaff, Etro, Versace, Costume National, and Hermès during fashion weeks in Milan and Paris.
Throughout his career, Ty has been featured in numerous fashion editorials. Notably, he appeared in the spring issue of Vogue Hommes International, photographed by Cedric Buchet. He was also featured in the spring edition of DANSK magazine, captured by photographer Alexander Sainsbury. In New York, Ogunkoya walked the runway for the spring Lacoste show.
