Sharbat Gula
Sharbat Gula is an Afghan woman who gained international fame as the subject of Steve McCurry's iconic 'Afghan Girl' photograph, which appeared on the cover of National Geographic in 1985. Over the years, she has expressed regret about the image, describing it as culturally insensitive and reflecting the struggles faced by Afghan refugees.
Born on Jun 20, 1972 (53 years old)
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Australia:
Sharbat Gula is known for being the subject of Steve McCurry's famous photograph published on the cover of National Geographic.
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Sharbat Gula is known for being the subject of one of McCurry's most famous photographs, which became an icon of her people's plight.
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Australia:
Sharbat Gula later expressed regret that her iconic image was taken, calling it culturally insensitive.
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