In a Western-influenced culture where lighter skin is a so-called standard of beauty, several women whose stars shine bright in showbiz have proven that natural, brown skin is also celebrated -- and they all have the talent to back it up.

These stars from different fields -- acting, music, pageant, fashion -- have proudly showed off their morena features, and by our account, have not recently endorsed a whitening product.

Sure, young viewers may identify and be inspired by them, but their complexion certainly isn't the best thing going for these women. In photos, here's a look at 15 proudly morena beauties in showbiz: