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[2026] What is Rola doing now? We take a closer look at her current life after transitioning to agriculture.
Rola, who rose to fame as a model and TV personality, spoke about her current life as she engages with agriculture and the life story behind it. In June 2026, she revealed her story of physical and mental health struggles and recovery on the TED stage, and shared her message of "loving yourself." This article summarizes her latest activities.
[2026] What is Rola doing now? We take a closer look at her current life after transitioning to agriculture.
table of contents
- What is Laura doing now? Summary
- My life story as told on the TED stage
- Busy days and physical and mental ailments
- My encounter with agriculture and my way of life "now"
- Laura's Profile
- Our journey so far
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is Laura doing these days?
A. Currently based in Niigata, he is engaged in agriculture and is promoting the appeal of a lifestyle, food, and culture that harmonizes with nature both domestically and internationally. In June 2026, a video of his TED talk was released, in which he spoke about his life story, attracting considerable attention.
1. What is Laura doing now? Summary of key points
Rola (36), a model and TV personality who was once in high demand for variety shows, fashion magazines, and commercials, has now drastically changed the focus of her activities. She now travels to Niigata, where her mother's roots are, to engage in agriculture and promotes a lifestyle in harmony with nature as a "Regenerative Activist."
👉 See Rola's "Agricultural Declaration" post (official Instagram)
In March 2025, she announced on Instagram that she was working in agriculture, and her posts, including one of her standing barefoot on the soil, became a hot topic. Then, on June 11, 2026, a video of her talking about the life story behind her work was released on the YouTube channel "TEDx Talks."
2. My life story as told on the TED stage
The released video is a recording of the "TEDxMarunouchi" stage held in Marunouchi, Tokyo on May 9, 2026. At this event, themed "Life is Beautiful," Laura gave a presentation titled "Love Yourself. And Go Barefoot on the Ground!"
She speaks candidly about the struggles behind her glamorous career and how she rediscovered herself.
🔗 Watch Laura's TED presentation, "Love Yourself, and Go Barefoot on the Ground!"
3. Busy days and physical and mental ailments
Rola made her debut as a model at the age of 16 and quickly became a popular figure on television. She recalls that for several years she appeared in over 200 programs a year, and there were times when she couldn't get enough rest.
In the midst of her hectic life, Laura began to experience significant physical and mental strain. She experienced periods of depression and panic attacks, and there were times when she couldn't sleep without strong sleeping pills. She also grappled with eating disorders, and she spoke candidly about the difficult times she went through during this appearance.
4. My encounter with agriculture and my way of life "now"
Through these experiences, Laura arrived at a lifestyle that connected her with nature. She says that by touching the soil and growing her own food, she gradually came to accept herself.
During her 2024 harvesting experience, she wrote on Instagram that she gained a deeper appreciation for food after realizing how the food she eats comes to life. Cherishing yourself as you are—that's the message Laura is conveying now.
5. Laura's Profile
| item | Content |
| name |
Rola
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| Born |
Born in Japan in 1990.
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| roots |
Japanese mother and Bangladeshi father
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| debut |
Started working as a model at the age of 16.
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| Current activities |
Promoting agriculture, a lifestyle in harmony with nature, and the sharing of food and culture.
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6. Our journey so far
| season | Content |
| 16 years old |
Debut as a model
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| 20s |
Widely active in television, magazines, and commercials.
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| after that |
I lived in Los Angeles for about 10 years.
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| March 2025 |
They announced their agricultural initiatives on Instagram.
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| June 2026 |
A video of his TED talk has been released, in which he talks about his life.
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7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Where does Laura farm?
A. He has publicly stated that he is engaged in agriculture while also visiting Niigata, where his mother's roots are.
Q2. What did you talk about at TED?
A. Titled "Loving Yourself and Going Barefoot on the Earth!", she spoke about her life story, from the physical and mental health problems she experienced due to her busy entertainment career, to accepting herself and learning to live in harmony with nature.
Q3. Has Rola retired from her entertainment career?
A. While I hold titles as a model and actor, my current focus is on promoting agriculture and a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
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