Let us bask in their glory, these are the most beautiful supermodels in the world.
- Gigi Hadid. JP Yim/Getty Images.
- Naomi Campbell. Monica Schipper/Getty Images.
- Adriana Lima. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images.
- Jourdan Dunn. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images.
- Robyn Lawley. Graham Denholm/Getty Images.
- Fei Fei Sun.
- Miranda Kerr.
- Bhumika Arora.
'The Big Five' was the term used to describe the original supermodels; Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista and Tatjana Patitz.
Leomie Anderson is a Victoria's Secret angel -- and the sixth black model to get wings. Leomie Anderson has been named the newest Victoria's Secret angel.
Here are the 20 richest models in the world:
- Heidi Klum. Net Worth: $90 million.
- Elle Macpherson. Net Worth: $95 Million.
- Sale Johnson. Net Worth: $100 Million.
- Sabrina Guinness. Net Worth: $100 Million.
- Lydia Hearst-Shaw. Net Worth: $100 Million.
- Iman. Net Worth: $100 Million.
- Cindy Crawford. Net Worth: $100 Million.
- Sofia Vergara.
The Most Iconic Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Models Ever
- 1 of 10. Gisele Bündchen.
- 2 of 10. Tyra Banks.
- 3 of 10. Heidi Klum.
- 4 of 10. Naomi Campbell.
- 5 of 10. Adriana Lima.
- 6 of 10. Miranda Kerr.
- 7 of 10. Liu Wen.
- 8 of 10. Behati Prinsloo.
Here are 5 expert tips to get you started on your modeling career.
- Get an Honest Evaluation by Experienced Professionals.
- Get As Much Exposure As Possible.
- Don't Spend Money on Expensive Photoshoots.
- Modeling Schools Are Not Necessary.
- Only Work With Legitimate Modeling Agencies.
In 2019, Banks came out of her modeling retirement to pose for one of the three 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue covers; the other cover models being Camille Kostek and Alex Morgan. She also announced that she will now go by the modeling name BanX.
Banks also completed the Executive Education Training Program at Harvard University in 2014. She's authored several books including, Perfect is Boring, Modelland, and Tyra's Beauty, Inside and Out and she's currently the host of the acclaimed reality competition show, America's Got Talent.
Gisele is by far the highest paid model on Earth. Indeed, she makes as much as the next three models on the list combined, as fellow Brazilian Adriana Lima earned $10.5 million to earn runner-up while Kendall Jenner and Karlie Kloss tied for third with $10 million.
Kendall Jenner Is The Highest Paid Model In 2020, And Here's Who She's Competing Against
- 11 Karlie Kloss: Net Worth $25 Million.
- 12 Joan Smalls: Net Worth $26 Million.
- 13 Cara Delevingne: Net Worth $28 Million.
- 14 Gigi Hadid: Net Worth $29 Million.
- 15 Kendall Jenner: Net Worth $30 Million.
Gisele Bündchen (tie)
After 15 years of being in the number one spot, Gisele Bündchen hung up her wings and left the Victoria's Secret show, making the long-time supermodel rank further in the list of the world's highest-paid models.P. Emanuela de Paula – Brazilian top model, who ranked the 11th highest paid supermodel for 2009, earning $2.5 million according to Forbes. De Paula has also been praised by Naomi Campbell and Anna Wintour of Vogue. Beverly Peele – first African-American to grace the cover of Mademoiselle in 1989.
Apparently, being "super selective" picking runway shows isn't negatively impacting Kendall Jenner's checks. The "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" star, 23, was crowned Forbes' highest-paid model of 2018, pulling in an estimated $22.5 million pretax, thanks to contracts with Estee Lauder, Adidas, Calvin Klein and more.
The Big Six, as they were dubbed, were the queens of the '90s: Linda Evangelista, Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Cindy Crawford, and Christy Turlington. While today's generation has Kaia Gerber, Kendall Jenner, Bella, and Gigi Hadid, the supermodels of the '90s were their own breed.
Meet the Top 14 Models of Fall 2019
- In the age of social media, landing a coveted runway exclusive is no longer the sole way for a new face to distinguish herself during fashion month.
- Ugbad Abdi.
- Aliet Sarah (Storm Models)
- Ana Barbosa (Wilhelmina)
- Carolina Burgin.
- Kerolyn Soares (IMG)
2018–present: Supermodel status
Kendall Jenner was noted as being part of a new generation of models dubbed the "Instagirls". In an index for model updates and rankings, models.com, they have described what they call the next generation of supermodels. Their list has included Jenner."I'll have Greek yogurt or eggs for breakfast, sushi for lunch, and salmon/chicken/or meat with vegetables and healthy carbs for dinner." Her snacks throughout the day typically involve peanut butter or almond butter. Of course, she burns off those extra calories with more intense workouts.
The term 'supermodel' refers to a well-paid high-fashion model that has worked on an international plain and who has an impressive portfolio working with the world's leading fashion designers. Supermodels tend to have multi-million dollar modeling contracts with several modeling agencies around the world.
The 15 Best Female Models of All Time (Ranked In Order)
- DOVIMA (1927-1990) Dorothy Virginia Margaret Juba was a highly paid glamour girl from the 1950s.
- IRINA PANTAEVA (1967)
- CARMEN DELL'OREFICE (1931-)
- CHINA MACHADO (1930-)
- LINDA EVANGELISTA (1965-)
- PAT CLEVELAND (1952-)
- TWIGGY (1949-)
- VERUSCHKA (1939-)
Younger sister Bella was determined to make her own name in the industry, even dying her naturally blonde hair to her now signature deep brown in order to distinguish herself from Gigi. In 2018, the 22-year-old's net worth was estimated to be $12 million but recently it's been reported to be as high as $25 million.
Gisele is by far the highest paid model on Earth. Indeed, she makes as much as the next three models on the list combined, as fellow Brazilian Adriana Lima earned $10.5 million to earn runner-up while Kendall Jenner and Karlie Kloss tied for third with $10 million. To learn more about the list, click here.
