Twiggy (born
Lesley Hornby;
19 September 1949) is an
English supermodel,
actress, and
singer, now also known by her married name of
Twiggy Lawson. A 1960s model known for her large eyes, long eyelashes, and thin build, she is regarded as one of the most famous models of all time. Twiggy went on to star in movies, and appeared as a judge on the reality show
America's Next Top Model. She now models for
Marks and Spencer to promote their recent rebranding, and appears in seasonal TV adverts with others such as
Myleene Klass, as well as other forms of media for the campaigns.
Early life
Twiggy was raised in the
London suburb of
Neasden, the daughter of Helen (Nellie) Lydia Hornby (
née Reeman), a counter-girl at a
Woolworth's store and
factory worker at a printing firm, and William Norman Hornby, a master carpenter and
joiner.
[Nations Memory Bank: Page][Twiggy Biography (1949-)] She attended the
Brondesbury and Kilburn High School in Salusbury Road,
Kilburn.
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