Cheryl Tiegs

Date of Birth: September 25, 1947

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Date of Death: * (Cheryl Tiegs is still alive as of the latest information available)

Biography

Cheryl Rae Tiegs is an American model and fashion designer who is widely regarded as the first American supermodel. Born on September 25, 1947, in Breckenridge, Minnesota, Tiegs moved to Alhambra, California, with her family when she was still young. She began her modeling career at the age of 17, appearing on the cover of “Glamour” magazine. Tiegs rose to fame in the 1970s, becoming the face of iconic brands and appearing on the covers of renowned magazines, including “Sports Illustrated” and “TIME.” Her most famous image is the 1978 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, which featured her in a pink bikini, helping to cement her status as a pop culture icon. Throughout her career, Tiegs also ventured into acting, business, and environmental advocacy. She launched her own line of clothing and accessories for Sears in 1980, which was a massive success, earning over a billion dollars in sales. Tiegs has also been an outspoken advocate for health, fitness, and environmental causes, serving on various boards and supporting numerous charitable organizations.

5 Interesting Facts about Cheryl Tiegs

1. Cheryl Tiegs was the first model to appear twice on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.

2. In 1978, she became the first model to appear on the cover of TIME magazine.

3. Tiegs has been married four times, including to photographer Peter Beard and filmmaker Stan Dragoti.

4. She made a notable appearance on the reality TV show “Celebrity Apprentice” in 2012.

5. Tiegs is a passionate advocate for the environment, serving on the board of the Earth Conservation Corps.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Cheryl Tiegs

1. “I think because we are such a visual society, people are very much moved by what they see.”

2. “The success of the 1978 swimsuit issue had a lot to do with the fact that I had been on the cover of TIME magazine in January of that year.”

3. “You can be sexy and feel good in your skin, no matter what age you are.”

4. “Modeling is a business where you get out of it what you put into it.”

5. “I’ve always been an environmentalist at heart.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of her career, Cheryl Tiegs’ net worth was estimated to be around $24 million.

Children

Cheryl Tiegs has three children: Zachary Peck (adopted son with her third husband, Anthony Peck), and twin sons, Jaden and Theo, born via surrogacy with her fourth husband, Rod Stryker.