Never Give Up with Lorna Jane Clarkson

Part 1 | From Going Viral at 17 to Building Her Own Fashion Brand - Sopha Dopha on Staying True to Herself

Never Give Up with Lorna Jane Clarkson

Show Notes

At just 17 years old Sophia Begg aka Sopha Dopha went viral and her life changed instantly. Today she’s one of Australia’s most in demand digital creators with more than 2 million followers - and the founder of fashion label All For Mimi. In this two-part conversation with Lorna Jane Clarkson, Soph shares how it all began, the creative drive behind her content, the realities of sudden fame and what it takes to stay true to yourself when everyone has an opinion.

The @nevergiveuppod is here to celebrate real stories of success and share what happens behind the scenes to make it happen. But it’s also important to us that we give back - so to thank each guest for sharing their story, Lorna Jane is donating $5,000 to a charity of their choice.

Soph’s chosen charity is Ronald McDonald House, supporting ill children and their families.

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