Campbell, 54, was made a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters at the French Ministry for Culture hours after the Charity Commission announced it had found serious mismanagement of funds at Fashion for Relief, which Campbell founded. This included using charity funds to pay for Campbell’s stay at a five-star hotel in Cannes, France, as well as spa treatments, room service and cigarettes. After she accepted her medal at the event in Paris on Thursday, Campbell told reporters: “I just found out today about the findings, and I’m extremely concerned, and we are investigating on our side as I was not in control of my charity, I put the control in the hands of a lawyer.
“And so we are investigating to find out what and how, as everything I do and every penny I ever raised goes towards charities.” Accepting the honour, she had said: “To my family, you are my foundation and I thank you for your unwavering support. “I’ve also made a chosen family in this business of fashion, where some would say that we’re very fickle.
I can tell you that’s not true. “To the mentors and collaborators who have guided me, your confidence in me has been invaluable. “To the designers, photographers, stylists, hair and makeup artists who have brought visions to life, your artistry has shaped my career and I’m profoundly grateful.
Merci beaucoup. “And to the aspiring models and creatives of our colour who have reminded me every day of the importance of representation and stayin.