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Madeline Stuart, Model With Down Syndrome, Owns NYFW As She Carries PYTHON Down Runway

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Sep. 27 2017, Updated 6:45 p.m. ET

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Madeline Stuart owned the runway at New York Fashion Week! The 20-year-old Australian model with Down syndrome dared to carry a python on her shoulders as she modeled the new collection from her clothing line, 21 Reasons Why. The python was a nod to the inspiration for the new collection, snakeskin! According to a press release for the show, titled “Snakes Alive, Girls Gone Wild,” the new collection “uses sequins to mimic the ornate snakeskin look on pieces designed for clubwear, a perfect complement to Madeline’s daywear collection.” Click through to see Madeline modeling her new snakeskin-inspired line with her python pal!

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Madeline looked totally unfazed by her python companion as she walked down the runway.

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She even cracked a smile while she waved to the crowd!

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Madeline wasn’t afraid to get close to her snake friend, either.

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She even gave him a kiss!

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This isn’t Madeline’s first time walking in New York Fashion Week. She made her debut at the exclusive fashion event in 2015.

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After her show, Madeline went on to walk in the House of Byfield fashion show, where she donned this gorgeous yellow dress!

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Are you impressed that Madeline had no fear while walking the runway draped in a python? Let us know in the comments below!

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