Model Profiles
Cheryl’s Story
This past fall, Cheryl walked the runway in Boston with her son beside her—bringing light, warmth, and presence to the stage. Now, just a few months later, she’s headed across the country to join her dearest metastatic breast cancer (MBC) friends in Southern California, dancing once again in celebration of life, connection, and resilience.
Read MoreKristen Dahlgren, Today Show Correspondant, to Model in Runway Show, SoCal in Newport Beach on 2/28/26
This year, that impact will be on full display at the Runway Show: Southern California on February 28, where we are honored to feature Spotlight Model Kristen Dahlgren, Today Show correspondent and breast cancer survivor. Kristen’s voice, advocacy, and lived experience reflect the heart of Runway for Recovery and the reason this night matters so deeply.
Read MoreKatie Couric to Model in The 2nd Annual Runway Show, New York City on 4/30/26
We are incredibly honored to announce Katie Couric as our Spotlight Model for the 2nd Annual Runway Show: New York City on April 30, 2026 at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers.
Read MoreMeet the Models: Kenzie & Adeline Eiserman
Model Spotlight: Kenzie & Adeline “She is loved.” This year, sisters Kenzie and Adeline are returning to the Runway stage, walking hand-in-hand not just for their mom, Marci, a seven-year…
Read MoreMeet the Models: Sheelagh Cawleyknopf 2025
“Don’t disappear.”
When Sheelagh Cawley reflects on her experience with breast cancer, she doesn’t focus first on her diagnosis, or the treatments, or even the fear. She begins with something deeper—something many people forget:
“If there’s one thing I wish people who will never be diagnosed could understand, it’s this: don’t disappear.”
Read MoreMeet the Models: Marnie Sheeran
“We all have our own story—whether it is Stage 0 or Stage 4. It is still scary.” Jennifer Abbott’s journey with breast cancer reminds us that there is no such thing as “the good cancer.” Each diagnosis carries its own weight, fear, and physical and emotional toll.
Read MoreMeet the Models: Kathy McCullen
This year holds particular meaning for Kathy McCullen. If her mother were alive, she would be celebrating her 90th birthday this August—a milestone Kathy deeply believes her mother would have reached if not for breast cancer. After all, her grandmother lived to 95. “Had she been diagnosed later or had access to today’s treatment,” Kathy says, “I believe she’d still be here.”
Read MoreMeet the Models: Melissa Dupuis
When Melissa Dupuis heard the words “you have cancer,” her world closed in. It was January 5th, 2022 at 4:00 p.m., and the diagnosis came through her online patient portal. As she sat on the couch and read the results, her one-year-old daughter was calling from the other room. Paralyzed by fear, Melissa turned to her husband and asked the only question she could manage: “Am I going to die?”
Read MoreMeet the Models: Jennifer Abbott
“We all have our own story—whether it is Stage 0 or Stage 4. It is still scary.” Jennifer Abbott’s journey with breast cancer reminds us that there is no such thing as “the good cancer.” Each diagnosis carries its own weight, fear, and physical and emotional toll.
Read MoreMeet the Models: Renee Plodzik 2025
Model Spotlight: Renee Plodzik Runway Show: New England | Diagnosed: Stage 0 at 34, Metastatic at 42 Renee Plodzik is a woman who redefines strength—not because she’s never broken, but…
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