Lesley Lawson née
Hornby (born 19 September 1949) known as
Twiggy is an English supermodel, actress, and singer. In the early-1960s she became a prominent British teenage model of swinging sixties London with others such as Penelope Tree.
Twiggy was initially known for her androgynous looks, large eyes, long eyelashes, thin build, and short hair.
In 1966, she was named “The Face of 1966” by the
Daily Express and voted British Woman of the Year. By 1967, Twiggy had modelled in France, Japan, and the U.S., and landed on the covers of
Vogue and
The Tatler. Her fame had spread worldwide.
After modelling, Twiggy went on to enjoy a successful career as a screen, stage, and television actress. She has hosted her own series,
Twiggy's People, in which she interviewed celebrities, and also appeared as a judge on the reality show
America's Next Top Model. Her 1998 autobiography,
Twiggy in Black and White, entered the bestseller lists. Since 2005, she has modelled for Marks and Spencer, most recently to promote their recent rebranding, appearing in TV adverts and print media, alongside Myleene Klass, Erin O'Connor, Lily Cole and others.
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