Date of Birth: August 28, 1991
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Andreja Pejić is an internationally renowned model and actress who has broken boundaries and challenged norms in the fashion industry. Born in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Pejić and her family fled to Serbia during the Bosnian War. They later sought refuge in Australia, where her modeling career began. Discovered at the age of 16, Pejić quickly gained attention for her androgynous look and ability to model both men’s and women’s clothing. Pejić made history in 2011 when she walked in both the men’s and women’s shows for Jean-Paul Gaultier and appeared in the men’s shows for Marc Jacobs. Her unique look and versatility have earned her a place on multiple high-profile magazine covers and fashion campaigns. In 2014, Pejić publicly came out as transgender and underwent gender confirmation surgery. Her decision to transition was widely covered in the media, and she has since become an advocate for transgender rights. In 2015, she became the first openly transgender model to be featured in Vogue.
5 Interesting Facts about Andreja Pejic
1. Andreja Pejić was the first transgender model to be profiled by Vogue.
2. She was discovered while working at a McDonald’s in Melbourne, Australia.
3. Andreja has appeared in campaigns for major brands such as Make Up For Ever and H&M.
4. She has acted in films, including the critically acclaimed movie “The Girl in the Spider’s Web.”
5. In 2014, she was included in the Time 100, Time magazine’s annual list of the most influential people in the world.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Andreja Pejic
1. “I hope to show that after transition, one can still be successful and happy.”
2. “Being a model is about being a blank canvas, and it’s important to embrace that.”
3. “I want to live in a world where we are all free to express ourselves without fear or judgment.”
4. “I always knew I wanted to be a girl, but I thought that was not possible.”
5. “My story is not unique; it’s one of many. I hope to be a voice for those who can’t speak.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Andreja Pejić’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
Children
Andreja Pejić does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Andreja Pejić on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/andrejapejic/
2. [Andreja Pejić’s profile on Vogue](https://www.vogue.com/tag/celebrity/andreja-pejic
3. [Andreja Pejić on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4945816/
5. [Andreja Pejić’s Time 100 profile](https://time.com/70896/andreja-pejic-2014-time-100/
