Twiggy is an English model and British cultural icon of the 1960s who has appeared on magazine covers like Vogue, Elle, Tatler, etc. In addition, she is also an award-winning actress and singer known for her work in The Boy Friend (1971). She has more than 50k followers on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook each.
Sun Sign
Virgo
Residence
- London, England, United Kingdom
- Southwold, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
Nationality
Manager
Twiggy is represented by –
- Peters Fraser + Dunlop (London)
- Models 1 (London)
Genre
Country, Pop
Instruments
Vocals
Labels
- Mercury Records
- EMI Records
- Stage Door Records
- Ember Records
Boyfriend / Spouse
Twiggy has dated –
- Justin de Villeneuve (1966-1973)
- Michael Witney (1977-1983) – Twiggy married her co-star Michael Witney in 1977. They became parents to a daughter named Carly (b. 1978). Sadly, Witney died of a heart attack in 1983.
- Leigh Lawson (1984-Present) – Actor Leigh Lawson and Twiggy tied the knot on September 23, 1988, in Long Island.
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- ‘Bambi’ eyes
- Pixie haircut
Brand Endorsements
Twiggy has endorsed the following brands –
- Cartier
- L’Oréal (2015)
- Goop
- Honda Motorcycles (1980)
- Olay (1985-1987, 2009)
- Marks & Spencer (2005-2010)
- Silvikrin Shampoo (1990)
Twiggy Favorite Things
- Wine – Rosé
- Rouge – Bourjois Little Round Pot Blusher
- Treat – Violet Creams
- Place In Britain – Lake District
- Airline – Virgin Atlantic
- Book – Tess of the d’Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy
- Author – William Somerset Maugham
- Designers – Bill Gibb, Ossie Clark, Barbara Hulanicki
- Fashion Eras – 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1960s
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Twiggy Facts
- Her name Twiggy comes from Twigs, a nickname given by her ex-boyfriend’s brother in reference to her thin legs.
- Twiggy considers supermodel Jean Shrimpton to be her ultimate idol.
- She was discovered as the ‘Face of 1966’ by the British tabloid, Daily Express.
- In 2009, Twiggy’s endorsement for the skincare brand Olay came under fire for airbrushing the wrinkles around her eyes. The ad was ultimately banned for misleading its consumers.
- She received 2 Golden Globe awards in 1972 for her performance in the musical comedy, The Boy Friend in the ‘Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy’ and ‘New Star of the Year – Actress’ categories.
- Twiggy became a grandmother when her daughter Carly gave birth to a baby girl named Joni in May 2015.
- In 2019, she was awarded the Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire for her contributions to arts, fashion, and charity.
Featured Image by Twiggy / Instagram
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Facts of Lesley Hornby
- Gender Female
- full nameLesley Hornby
- nicknamesTwiggy, Twigs (childhood nickname)
- birthplaceNeasden, Middlesex (formerly), England, United Kingdom
- ethnicity / ethnic backgroundEnglish
- nationalityAmerican
- net worth$50 million
- professionModel, Actress, Singer
- weight54 kg or 119 lbs
- height5 ft 6 in or 167.5 cm
- hair colorBlonde
- eye colorBlue
- body type / buildSlim
- high schoolBrondesbury and Kilburn High School
- motherNellie Lydia
- fatherWilliam Norman Hornby
- sistersShirley Hornby, Vivien Hornby
- favorite booksTess of the d’Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy