David Gandy

David Gandy
Gandy in 2015
Born
David James Gandy

(1980-02-19) 19 February 1980 (age 44)
Billericay, Essex, England
PartnerStephanie Mendoros (2016–present)
Children2
Modelling information
Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)[1]
Hair colourDark brown[2]
Eye colourBlue[2]
Agency

David James Gandy (born 19 February 1980) is an English model and creative director who began his career after winning a televised model-search competition. Widely regarded as the most successful male model of all time,[5] Gandy is both the highest-grossing male model in history as well as the only male to feature on the Forbes list of the world's highest-paid models more than once. The lead male model for Dolce & Gabbana for over a decade, Gandy is now the creative director of his eponymous brand.

In an industry dominated by skinny models, Gandy's muscular build caused some menswear fashion designers to change standards.[6] The increase in his popularity and name recognition resulted in a broad portfolio of magazine covers, editorial photo shoots, interviews and industry awards. He has gone on to participate in fashion-related and personal projects such as writing a blog for British Vogue, writing car reviews for British GQ, mobile app development and charity work.

  1. ^ "Interview - David Gandy". ShortList. 19 May 2013. Retrieved 23 May 2013.
  2. ^ a b c Cite error: The named reference Select-DavidGandy was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  3. ^ "David Gandy - Profile". FordModels.com. Archived from the original on 16 December 2015. Retrieved 5 December 2012.
  4. ^ "David Gandy - Profile". NewMadison.fr. Archived from the original on 17 February 2013. Retrieved 2 January 2013.
  5. ^ Toresson, Gustaf Lundberg. "World's Highest Paid Male Supermodel David Gandy On Transitioning From Fashion Model To Wellness Wear Designer". Forbes. Retrieved 27 June 2024.
  6. ^ Vernon, Polly (5 April 2009). "Interview - David Gandy". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 5 December 2012.