Twiggy

Date of Birth: September 19, 1949

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Date of Death: *Currently alive*

Biography

Twiggy, born Lesley Hornby on September 19, 1949, in Neasden, London, is a renowned British model, actress, and singer. She became an icon of the 1960s, epitomizing the era’s “mod” fashion with her androgynous look, large eyes, long lashes, and short hair. Twiggy was discovered at the age of 16 and quickly rose to fame, becoming the face of Swinging London. She graced the cover of numerous fashion magazines and became a muse for designers like Mary Quant. Beyond modeling, Twiggy ventured into acting and music. Her film debut in “The Boy Friend” (1971) earned her two Golden Globe Awards. She also released multiple albums, showcasing her singing talent. Throughout her career, Twiggy has been a prominent figure in promoting healthy body images and has worked on various television projects, including judging on “America’s Next Top Model.”

5 Interesting Facts about Twiggy

1. Twiggy was the first prominent teenage model and is often considered the world’s first supermodel.

2. She was named “The Face of 1966” by the Daily Express when she was just 16 years old.

3. Twiggy has written several books, including her autobiography, “Twiggy in Black and White.”

4. She was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 2019 for her services to fashion, the arts, and charity.

5. Twiggy has had a successful career in musical theatre, starring in productions such as “My One and Only.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Twiggy

1. “Life is too short to wear boring clothes.”

2. “I think everyone should be able to live their life as they want.”

3. “Being young and famous was really hard to deal with. It’s a lot of pressure.”

4. “You can’t be a clothes hanger for your entire life.”

5. “Fashion should be fun. It shouldn’t be labelled and boxed.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Twiggy’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Twiggy has one daughter, Carly Witney, from her first marriage to American actor Michael Witney. Carly was born in 1978 and has largely stayed out of the public eye, focusing on her own career and family.