Naomi Campbell | |
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Born | Naomi Elaine Campbell 22 May 1970 London, England[4] |
Alma mater | Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts |
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Years active | 1978–present |
Children | 2 |
Modelling information | |
Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)[1] |
Hair colour | Black[1] |
Eye colour | Dark brown[1] |
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Musical career | |
Genres | R&B[5] |
Instruments | Vocals |
Labels | Epic |
Naomi Elaine Campbell (born 22 May 1970)[6] is an English model, actress, and media personality. Beginning her career at the age of 8, Campbell was one of six models of her generation declared supermodels by the fashion industry and the international press.[7] She was the first black woman to appear as a model on the covers of Time and Vogue France.[8][9]
In addition to her modelling career, Campbell has embarked on other ventures, including an R&B studio album and several acting appearances in film and television. She hosted the modelling-competition reality show The Face and its international offshoots. Campbell is also involved in charity work for various causes. She was banned from being a trustee of any charity in the United Kingdom for five years in September 2024 following a misconduct investigation.[10]