About
Danika Brysha is an American curve model signed with IMG Models who has lent her energy and body‑positive ethos to campaigns for brands such as Forever 21, Target, and Kohl’s. Born on June 11, 1987, she balances the fashion world with entrepreneurship: she founded the ready‑to‑eat meal service Model Meals, which was purchased by Home Bistro in 2021, and later co‑created Self‑Care Society, an online platform that guides thousands through daily wellness routines. Her mission—helping people design lives that feel as good as they look—now shows up in virtual workshops, nationwide events, and a growing private‑chef collective called The Private Garden Chefs.
Before Fame
Brysha’s body image and relationship with food started out rocky. She went on Weight Watchers at age fourteen and struggled with bulimia for several years. When she opted to embrace her natural body shape, she was discovered as a plus‑size model—a career turn that not only found her employment but also pushed her toward self‑compassion and whole health. What began as teenage turmoil later transformed into the self‑care systems she now instructs, demonstrating that lessons learned in youth can drive purpose in adulthood.
Trivia
- Content creator: Danika runs a self‑titled YouTube channel where she shares clean‑eating tips, morning‑routine demos, and candid chats about body confidence.
- Road‑warrior entrepreneur: In 2018, she, chef‑partner Bill Haley, and their 200‑pound English Mastiff Kingsley sold most of their belongings and spent eight months in an RV hosting the 55‑stop Brunch Series self‑care tour across North America.
- Six years alcohol‑free: On January 25, 2025, she celebrated six years of sobriety, crediting mindfulness practices for the milestone.
- Early‑bird evangelist: Her 5:30 a.m. “Classic Class” inside Self‑Care Society regularly attracts a global crowd eager to start the day with gratitude lists and guided visualization.
Family Life
Danika was raised by her parents, Cindi and Andre Brysha, and grew up alongside her brothers, Blake and Stefan. Today she lives in Southern California with long‑time partner Chef Bill Haley, whose culinary skills often power Model Meals recipe testing, and their gentle giant Kingsley the English Mastiff, a frequent cameo in her social‑media stories. The couple prioritizes open communication, minimalism, and plenty of beach walks with their oversized pup.
Associated With
In the modeling arena, Brysha has shared studio lights with actress‑turned‑model Kayla Ewell, proving that body diversity and mainstream appeal can coexist. Beyond fashion, she collaborated with TJ Maxx’s “Maxx You” Program on a 2019 national tour empowering women to chase big goals. Her wellness teachings have also attracted interviews with health platforms like Authority Magazine and partnerships with Whole30 founder Melissa Hartwig Urban, placing her at the intersection of style, nutrition, and self‑development.
