Twiggy

Model, actress, singer

British Neasden, London, England

Quick Info

ProfessionModel, actress, singer
NationalityBritish
Date of Birth19/09/1949
Age76 years
BirthplaceNeasden, London, England

Latest News about Twiggy

20/03/2025

In a March 2025 interview, Twiggy discussed aging, body image, and how public attitudes have changed since her early modeling career. She also reflected on remaining confident in her appearance into her mid-70s and on the pressures faced by women of her generation.

07/03/2025

Twiggy appeared in connection with the release of a documentary about her life, which reached UK and Ireland cinemas in March 2025. The film revisited her rise to fame in the 1960s and her place in fashion history, with Twiggy reflecting on sexism, self-image, and the era that made her famous.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameLesley Lawson
Birth NameLesley Hornby
Known AsTwiggy
NotesEnglish fashion icon, widely regarded as one of the first supermodels and a defining figure of Swinging London.

Physical Stats & More

Distinctive FeaturesPixie haircut, waif-like frame, large eyes

Career

Early CareerBegan modeling as a teenager in 1966 and quickly became internationally famous.
Major WorkModeling, acting, and singing career; also associated with fashion and media appearances.
AwardsWon a Golden Globe for acting.

Style Quotient

Signature LookMod fashion, pixie cut, miniskirts, dramatic eye makeup
Fashion InfluenceHelped define 1960s fashion and the youthful mod aesthetic.

Social Media

Twitterhttps://x.com/twiggy
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/twiggylawson/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/twiggyofficial
Websitehttps://theofficialtwiggy.com/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Her nickname became her professional name.
2. She is often described as one of the world's first supermodels.
3. She rose to fame in the 1960s as a teenage model.
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