Rain Dove

Personal Details :

• Full Name: Rain Dove Dubilewski
• Date of Birth: September 27, 1989
• Age: 35 (as of 2025)
• Birthplace: Vermont, United States
• Nationality: American
• Gender Identity: Gender nonconforming (they use any pronouns—they’ve said “I don’t care” and ask people to choose what resonates)
• Height: 6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
• Hair Color: Brown
• Eye Color: Brown
• Agencies: Major Model Management (New York) and Profile (Paris)
• Former Career: Wilderness firefighter in Colorado (presented as male; Dove later admitted some claims were unverified)

Social Media Presence :

• Instagram: @raindovemodel
• OnlyFans: @raindovemodel
• TikTok: @raindovemodel

Career Overview :

• Modeling Breakthrough (2014–2015): Entered modeling after a bet led them to audition at a Calvin Klein casting presenting as male—they booked the job and soon walked both men’s and women’s runways at New York Fashion Week (Calvin Klein underwear show).
• High-fashion & Campaigns: Featured in Vogue, W, Elle, Marie Claire, Harper’s Bazaar, and Cosmopolitan; worked for brands like Calvin Klein, Dove, Sisley, Zalando (“Free to Be” campaign), Diesel, and Harvey Nichols, embracing both masculine and feminine presentation
• Activism through Fashion: Coined the term “gender capitalism,” using their unique androgynous look to challenge norms; advocates that inclusive, ethical representation is commercially smart
• Courage in Representation: Unwilling to give in to industry pressures—walker refused to shave underarms for a women’s job and declined to pretend transgender for a men’s runway
• Speaking & Thought Leadership: Presented at events for LGBTQ and gender rights, including TEDx, university panels, Cottey College, and global fashion summits
• Humanitarian Efforts: Volunteered with nonprofits around homelessness and hunger; led initiatives evacuating trans individuals from Ukraine in 2022 and co-directed Gaza aid efforts in 2024

Personal Life & Interests :

• Rural Roots & Early Life: Grew up on a Vermont farm, 6′2″ tall and physically strong from an early age—helping on the farm taught them that “if you were hungry, you just went into the garden and pulled something out.” ([turn0search10], [turn0search2])
• Education & Early Work: Enrolled in a genetic engineering program at Berkeley City College and later took part in a wilderness firefighting course in Colorado—but later admitted some of these claims were unverified. ([turn0search12], [turn0search6])
• Gender Philosophy: Identifies as gender nonconforming and coined the term “gender capitalism”—an approach of flexibly presenting male or female to challenge norms and “capitalise” on societal expectations. They describe pronouns as flexible, saying “Use she, he, it, one, they… I honestly don’t care.” ([turn0search12], [turn0search2])
• Activism & Advocacy: Fierce advocate for LGBTQ+ rights—volunteering at LGBT centers, Clean San Diego, Feeding America, protesting anti-trans laws (HB2), and supporting refugees from Ukraine and Gaza through grassroots initiatives. ([turn0search0], [turn0search1], [turn0search12])
• Volunteering: Regularly donates time to nonprofits tackling homelessness, hunger, and LGBT support; integrates activism with personal values. ([turn0search0], [turn0search6])
• Philosophy on Beauty & Gender: Promotes acceptance of body hair and natural presentation, including viral Instagram videos where they embrace body hair as “functional” and “part of your mechanics.” ([turn0news13])
• Mindful Communication: Known for gentle “de‑escalation”—calming hostility with compassion, as shared in viral social media moments praised by communities. ([turn0reddit17])

Net Worth :

• Estimated Net Worth (2024–2025): Between $100,000 and $1 million
• Reported High Estimate: Some sources cite a higher estimate of around $3 million, though this lacks clarity on its basis
• Income Sources:
  • Modeling gigs (campaigns with Calvin Klein, Diesel, Zalando “Free to Be”)
  • Runway appearances in men’s and women’s fashion shows
  • Consulting for brands on gender inclusivity in campaigns
  • Speaking engagements at events like TEDx and LGBTQ+ summits (event fees reported in the $5K–$10K range)
• Earnings Context: Making more from a single modeling job than a week of manual labor—one key example in 2015 highlighted this income ratio

Awards & Achievements :

• Finalist – Shorty Awards (2020): Recognized in the LGBTQ+ Account category for their impactful social media presence and advocacy. ([turn0search0])
• Most Eligible Bachelorette – SheWired (2014): Named the top LGBTQ+ eligible bachelorette by SheWired magazine. ([turn0search12])
• Elle’s 12 Women Who Are Redefining Beauty (2015): Honored by *Elle* magazine as a beauty standard disruptor. ([turn0search12])
• Featured Model & Advocate: Highlighted by *Vogue*, *W*, *Elle*, *Marie Claire*, *Harper’s Bazaar*, *Cosmopolitan*, and *People* for work blending high-fashion modeling with activism. ([turn0search2], [turn0search3])
• Calvin Klein Campaigns (2015): Walked both men’s and women’s runways at New York Fashion Week and featured in Calvin Klein initiatives challenging gender norms. ([turn0search3])
• Zalando “Free to Be” Campaign (2019): Fronted Zalando’s gender-inclusivity campaign to demonstrate that ethical representation is financially viable. ([turn0search5])
• Humanitarian Leadership (2022–2024): Co-led evacuation efforts for trans individuals during the Ukraine conflict and later founded Safebow Gazan Aid to assist Palestinians during the Gaza crisis. ([turn0search12])

Fun Facts :

• Grew up tall and strong: Rain Dove was already 6 ft 2 in by age 10 and worked on a Vermont farm, which helped shape their strength and confidence.
• Entered modeling on a bet: Rain went to a Calvin Klein casting as a dare, booked the job, and walked in a men’s underwear show—this launched their modeling career.
• Gender Capitalist: They use the term “gender capitalist” to describe how they present as male or female depending on the opportunity, challenging gender norms.
• Non-conforming choices: Rain once declined jobs requiring chest binding or shaving armpits, standing firm in their values and self-presentation.
• White House invitation: They were invited to attend Capital Pride celebrations at the White House during President Obama’s administration.
• Hands-on activism: Rain has led protests, organized aid for trans evacuees from Ukraine, and co-founded efforts supporting civilians in Gaza.
• Admired by fans: Rain has inspired many people across social media and LGBTQ+ communities with their unapologetic authenticity.
• Body positivity advocate: Rain promotes acceptance of body hair and natural features, often posting messages about self-love and dismantling beauty standards.