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Ex-CIA Agent John Kiriakou Struts NYFW Runway
15 Sep
Summary
- John Kiriakou, former CIA counterterrorism officer, debuted at New York Fashion Week.
- He walked for designer Elena Velez's Spring 2027 collection.
- Kiriakou previously went viral on TikTok discussing CIA tactics.
John Kiriakou, a former CIA counterterrorism officer, recently made his New York Fashion Week runway debut.
The 62-year-old whistleblower, famous for disclosing extreme torture techniques used by CIA officers, walked for designer Elena Velez's yr009 collection, showcasing ready-to-wear Spring 2027 pieces.
Kiriakou gained significant viral attention on TikTok earlier this year. Edits of interviews discussing his former work environment, including waterboarding and other war on terror tactics, garnered shock and amusement.
Following his release from prison, Kiriakou authored books like 'The Reluctant Spy.' He previously expressed discomfort with 'enhanced interrogation' techniques, stating waterboarding is 'wholly unpleasant.'
Designer Velez also featured viral climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov, who closed the show.
