Twiggy

Twiggy, born Lesley Hornby, was one of the defining faces of London’s swinging ’60s and is widely considered to be one of the world’s first supermodels.

Model

September 19, 1949

Virgo

75

London, England

Twiggy, born Lesley Lawson née Hornby, is an English model, actress, and singer who gained fame during the 1960s. Known for her androgynous appearance, doe eyes, and short hair, she became one of the most iconic faces in the fashion industry. Twiggy was the first model to represent a lifestyle rather than just clothing and is widely considered one of the world’s first supermodels. She was greatly influenced by Jean Shrimpton and based her “look” on Pattie Boyd.

In addition to her modeling career, Twiggy pursued acting and music, appearing in films such as “The Boy Friend,” “W,” and “Madame Sousatzka.” She also released several albums, including her award-winning debut single, “Beautiful Dreams,” in 1967. Twiggy’s achievements include winning two Golden Globe awards for her performances and being named among the 100 most important people of the 20th century by TIME magazine.

Less known is Twiggy’s voiceover work, including her role as the Fairy Godmother in Disney’s 2008 film, “Tinker Bell,” as well as appearances in “The Magic Roundabout” and “The Simpsons.” She formally retired from modeling in 1970 to focus on her film career and published a best-selling autobiography, “Twiggy,” in 1975.

Throughout her career, Twiggy has been a cultural icon, significantly impacting fashion with numerous iconic style moments. She continues to be celebrated for her fashion sense and versatility as an artist, remaining one of the most famous models in history.