Grace Jones

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Grace Jones has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Fresh Air (Feb 2026). Mentioned as part of a set of boundary-pushing performers whose persona work influenced Thompson’s approach to expression and character.

Grace Beverly Jones is a Jamaican singer, songwriter, model and actress. She began her modelling career in New York, signing with Wilhelmina Models. After moving to Paris, she worked for fashion houses such as Yves St. Laurent and Kenzo, while appearing on the covers of Elle and Vogue Hommes. Jones was photographed by Helmut Newton, Guy Bourdin, and Hans Feurer, and emerged as one of the most prominent Black models of the 1970s. She earned recognition for her androgynous appearance and bold feat