Famous 21st Century British Models

Find out more about the greatest 21st Century British Models, including Cara Delevingne, Victoria Beckham, Naomi Campbell, Kelly Brook and Kate Moss.
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Cara Delevingne
(English Model and Actor)
Cara Delevingne
76
Birthdate: August 12, 1992
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, England

English actress Cara Delevingne is known for films like Paper Towns, Suicide Squad, Tulip Fever and London Fields. She’s also a very successful fashion model and has been the face of some of the top brands in the world like Burberry, H&M, Zara and Chanel. She has also walked down the catwalk as a model at many prestigious fashion shows.

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Elizabeth Hurley
(Best Known for Her Role ‘Vanessa Kensington’ in ‘Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery’)
Elizabeth Hurley
35
Birthdate: June 10, 1965
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Basingstoke, Hampshire, England

Best known for her roles in the Austin Powers franchise, Bedazzled, and The Royals, Elizabeth Hurley began her career as an Estee Lauder model. A trained ballerina, she has also been in the news for her relationship with Hugh Grant and her marriage to textile magnate Arun Nayar.

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Naomi Campbell
47
Birthdate: May 22, 1970
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Streatham
Naomi Campbell is one of the “Big Six” supermodels of the 1980s and the 1990s, who has graced both the ramp and print. She has also released a music album, been part of a fashion reality show, started a web series, and founded charitable organizations such as Fashion for Relief.
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 4 
Kate Moss
(British Supermodel)
Kate Moss
28
Birthdate: January 16, 1974
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Croydon, England

Kate Moss, one of the highest-paid supermodels of the 1990s, was one of the pioneers of the “heroin chic” trend. Featured on TIME 100, she was known for her collaboration with Calvin Klein and her size-zero figure. She owns a clothing range and is a fashion editor for British Vogue.

 5 
Twiggy
(English Model and Actress Who a British Cultural Icon During the 1960s)
Twiggy
17
Birthdate: September 19, 1949
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Neasden,Middlesex, England
Dame Lesley Lawson, better known as Twiggy, soared to fame as a model in the 1960s. Known for her signature androgynous look, she graced the covers of magazines such as Vogue. She has won two Golden Globes for her role in The Boy Friend and written a bestselling memoir, too.
 6 
Suki Waterhouse
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Birthdate: January 5, 1992
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Hammersmith, London

Suki Waterhouse is an English model and actress who was selected as the Mercier Muse for the popular French makeup brand Laura Mercier. Waterhouse used her popularity as a model to launch a direct-to-consumer accessories brand called Pop & Suki, which she co-founded with Poppy Jamie. Since its launch, the brand has been worn by celebrities like Lady Gaga.

 7 
Amy Jackson
(British Actress and Model Known for Her Work in Indian Films)
Amy Jackson
13
Birthdate: November 30, 1985
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Douglas, Isle of Man, England
British model and actor Amy Jackson is a former Miss Teen World who made her acting debut with the Tamil film Madrasapattinam. She also appeared in the Hindi films Ekk Deewana Tha and Singh Is Bliing. She is also associated with charities such as PETA and the Being Human Foundation.
 8 
Jamie Dornan
21
Birthdate: May 1, 1982
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland

One of the most popular model-turned-actors from Northern Ireland, Jamie Dornan was named by Vogue in its list of 25 Biggest Male Models of All Time. He earned international recognition after portraying Sheriff Graham Humbert in Once Upon a Time. Known for his looks and acting skills, Dornan is regarded as one of the greatest film actors of Ireland.

 9 
Catherine Bell
(Actress Known for Her Roles in the TV Series 'JAG', 'Army Wives' and 'The Good Witch')
Catherine Bell
17
Birthdate: August 14, 1968
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: London, England

Catherine Bell is an actress, producer, and model. She is best known for her roles in the TV series JAG and Army Wives. As a young woman, she enrolled at UCLA but dropped out to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. She struggled for a few years but was eventually able to establish herself as a versatile actress. 

 10 
Henry Golding
(Actor)
Henry Golding
7
Birthdate: February 5, 1987
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Sarawak, Malaysia
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
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Pattie Boyd
(Model, Ex-Wife of George Harrison)
Pattie Boyd
10
Birthdate: March 17, 1944
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Taunton
Pattie Boyd set the tone for British fashion of the 1960s. She married Beatles star George Harrison and inspired many of his songs. She then married Eric Clapton. Pattie’s photographs of Harrison and Clapton were exhibited as Through the Eye of a Muse. She also works for addiction recovery.
 12 
Alex Pettyfer
9
Birthdate: April 10, 1990
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Stevenage
Alex Pettyfer began his creer as a child model and later gained fame for his Empire Award- and Young Artist Award-winning role of Alex Rider in Stormbreaker. He is also known for his portrayal of John Smith in I Am Number Four and Brody in the Netflix miniseries The I-Land.
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Kelly Brook
(English Model and Actress Known for Her Role as ‘Prudence’ in the TV Sitcom ‘One Big Happy’)
Kelly Brook
7
Birthdate: November 23, 1979
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Rochester, Kent, England

English model, actress, and media personality Kelly Brook has done modeling work in both UK and USA. She gained international fame with her role in the NBC sitcom One Big Happy. Regarded as a sex symbol and style icon, she has appeared in the FHM 100 Sexiest countdown multiple times. Also a businesswoman, she owns a bar in London.

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Rhona Mitra
(Actress)
Rhona Mitra
8
Birthdate: August 9, 1976
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Hampstead, United Kingdom

Rhona Mitra is an English model, actress, and singer. Mitra burst onto the acting scene in the early-2000s and became known for her good looks; in 2001, she was ranked 46th on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women list. She then went on to play important roles in popular American films, such as Underworld: Rise of the Lycans.

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Mia Goth
(Actress and Model Known for Her Films: ‘Nymphomaniac’, ‘The Survivalist’ and ‘A Cure for Wellness’)
Mia Goth
20
Birthdate: October 25, 1993
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: London, England

English actress and model, Mia Goth, began her career as a teenage model. Soon, she ventured into acting as well and made her film debut. In the ensuing years, she appeared in many movies and TV shows, making a name for herself in the entertainment industry. The popular actress is a recipient of the Independent Spirit Robert Altman Award.

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Jean Shrimpton
(actor, model, autobiographer, film actor)
Jean Shrimpton
6
Birthdate: November 7, 1942
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: High Wycombe
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Gemma Atkinson
(Best Known for Her Roles in the Television Shows 'Hollyoaks,' 'Casualty,' and 'Emmerdale')
Gemma Atkinson
6
Birthdate: November 16, 1984
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Bury, England, United Kingdom

Gemma Atkinson is an English actress best known for playing Lisa Hunter on British soap opera Hollyoaks and its three spin-off series. Also known for her charity work, Gemma Atkinson took part in a five-kilometre charity run to raise awareness about breast cancer in 2007. In 2008, she participated in a 228-kilometre walk to raise breast cancer awareness.

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Max Irons
(Actor)
Max Irons
7
Birthdate: October 17, 1985
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Camden, London, England, UK
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Brooklyn Beckham
(English Media Personality, Photographer and Son of Footballer David Beckham and Singer Victoria Beckham)
Brooklyn Beckham
8
Birthdate: March 4, 1999
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Marylebone, London, England

The oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, Brooklyn Beckham has established himself as a model and amateur photographer. Although he initially played soccer for the Arsenal F.C. Academy, he later chose to become a model. He has appeared on the cover pages for magazines like Vogue and Interview. As an amateur photographer, he has interned for photographer Rankin.

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Poppy Delevingne
(Model, Actress)
Poppy Delevingne
9
Birthdate: May 3, 1986
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: London
Model Poppy Delevingne has campaigned for brands such as Louis Vuitton and has graced the covers of top-notch fashion magazines such as Vogue. She has been named a Young Ambassador of the British Fashion Council. She has appeared in films such as Kingsman: The Golden Circle and The Aspern Papers.
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Patsy Kensit
(English Actress and Singer)
Patsy Kensit
4
Birthdate: March 4, 1968
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Lambeth, London, England
Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
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Callum Turner
(Actor)
Callum Turner
7
Birthdate: February 15, 1990
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: London, England, UK
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Karen Elson
(English Model and Singer-Songwriter)
Karen Elson
6
Birthdate: January 14, 1979
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Oldham, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Jourdan Dunn
(Supermodel)
Jourdan Dunn
4
Birthdate: August 3, 1990
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: London, England
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Peaches Geldof
(British Model, Television Personality and Writer for the UK Edition of ‘Elle Girl’ Magazine)
Peaches Geldof
10
Birthdate: March 13, 1989
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Westminster, London, England
Died: April 7, 2014
Peaches Geldof, daughter of singer Bob Geldof and TV presenter Paula Yates, wrote for publications such as Elle Girl and The Guardian. She later presented her own TV shows, such as Peaches Geldof: Teen America, and modeled. Geldof was a Scientologist. She died of a heroin overdose at age 25.
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Hero Fiennes-Tiffin
6
Birthdate: November 6, 1997
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: London, United Kingdom
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Lily Cole
(Actor, Model)
Lily Cole
6
Birthdate: December 27, 1987
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Torquay
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Ricky Whittle
6
Birthdate: December 31, 1981
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Oldham, Lancashire, England
Richard Whittle began his career as a model for Reebok. He is best known for his roles of Calvin Valentine in the soap Hollyoaks and Lincoln in The 100. He was also part of the reality show Strictly Come Dancing and the Netflix comedy film Nappily Ever After
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Simon Le Bon
(Singer-Songwriter)
Simon Le Bon
6
Birthdate: October 27, 1958
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Bushey, Hertfordshire, England
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Heather Mills
(Former Model, Businesswoman and Ex-Wife of Paul McCartney)
Heather Mills
8
Birthdate: January 12, 1968
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Aldershot, Hampshire, England
Model Heather Mills lost her left leg in an accident but continued to model using a prosthetic leg. She was previously married to singer Paul McCartney. An avid animal rights activist, she is associated with organizations such as Viva! She has appeared on reality shows like Dancing with The Stars.
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Stacey Solomon
(English Singer and TV Personality Known for Her Album ‘Shy’)
Stacey Solomon
5
Birthdate: October 4, 1989
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Dagenham, London, England

Stacey Solomon is an English television personality and singer. She won the 10th series of British survival reality television show I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and then released her debut single in 2011. Her debut album Shy, which released in 2015, peaked at number 45 on the UK Albums Chart.

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Christine Keeler
(Models)
Christine Keeler
9
Birthdate: February 22, 1942
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Uxbridge, Middlesex, England, UK
Died: December 4, 2017
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Katie Price
(Model, Television Personality)
Katie Price
9
Birthdate: May 22, 1978
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Brighton, England
Katie Price began her career as "Jordan," modeling for British tabloids. She then gained fame with her appearances on reality shows such as I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, Celebrity Big Brother, and Jordan. She has also released an album and written several children’s books, autobiographies, and novels.
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Lisa Snowdon
(Television presenter)
Lisa Snowdon
6
Birthdate: January 23, 1972
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Darcey Bussell
(One of the Best British Ballerinas of All Time)
Darcey Bussell
3
Birthdate: April 27, 1969
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: London

Darcey Bussell is an English former ballerina best known for her appearances as a judge on the popular television show, Strictly Come Dancing. She is also known for her association with the Royal Ballet, where she was a principal dancer. Darcey Bussell is considered one of the best British ballerinas of all time and is the recipient of numerous awards.  

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Gabriella Wilde
(Model)
Gabriella Wilde
6
Birthdate: April 8, 1989
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Basingstoke, Hampshire, England, UK
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Robert James-Collier
(British Actor and Model Known for His Roles as ‘Thomas Barrow’ in the TV Series ‘Downton Abbey’)
Robert James-Collier
4
Birthdate: September 23, 1976
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Stockport, Greater Manchester, England
Robert James-Collier is best known as Thomas Barrow from Downton Abbey and as Liam Connor from Coronation Street. The former model also holds business and marketing degrees and has won the Sexiest Male Award at the British Soap Awards twice. He has also played Martin Evershed in Ackley Bridge
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Agyness Deyn
(Actor, Model, Singer)
Agyness Deyn
6
Birthdate: February 16, 1983
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Littleborough
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Daisy Lowe
(Actor, Model)
Daisy Lowe
7
Birthdate: January 27, 1989
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: London
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Lily Collins
(Actress Best Known for Her Films: 'The Blind Side', 'Rules Don't Apply' and 'To the Bone')
Lily Collins
5
Birthdate: March 18, 1989
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Guildford, England

Born to a famous musician Phil Collins, Lily Collins first faced the camera at the age of two. As an adult, she gained recognition with Mirror Mirror and then followed it up with The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones and Rules Don't Apply. The British-American actress, who has become extremely successful, is also a model and a published author.

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Davina McCall
(Television presenter)
Davina McCall
5
Birthdate: October 16, 1967
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Wimbledon, London, England
After brief stints as a singer and dancer during her early twenties, Davina McCall established herself as a television presenter at MTV and then rose in popularity as the host of Big Brother aired on Channel 4. She presented This Time Next Year on ITV. Born to a French mother and an English father, she is also involved in charity.
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Penny Lancaster
4
Birthdate: March 15, 1971
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Chelmsford, Essex, England
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
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Samantha Womack
(Actress)
Samantha Womack
6
Birthdate: November 2, 1972
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Brighton, East Sussex, England, UK
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Jodie Turner-Smith
(Actress)
Jodie Turner-Smith
9
Birthdate: September 7, 1986
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

Jodie Turner-Smith is a British model cum actress currently based in USA. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and worked as a banker for some time before venturing into the entertainment industry. She is best known for her work in the TV series The Last Ship and Nightflyers.  She has also appeared in a few films. 

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Cat Deeley
(Actor, Singer, Model, Radio personality)
Cat Deeley
7
Birthdate: October 23, 1976
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Sutton Coldfield
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Shirley Manson
(Actor, Singer, Guitarist, Musician, Model, Songwriter)
Shirley Manson
7
Birthdate: August 26, 1966
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Edinburgh
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Georgia May Jagger
(Fashion Model and Designer)
Georgia May Jagger
5
Birthdate: January 12, 1992
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: West End, London, England

Born to Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger and supermodel Jerry Hall, Georgia May Jagger was no stranger to the entertainment world in childhood. Now a popular model in her own right, she has promoted many brands such as Hudson Jeans and Louis Vuitton. She has also ventured into designing.

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Nikki Grahame
(English Television Personality, Model and Author Known for Her TV Series ‘Princess Nikki’)
Nikki Grahame
3
Birthdate: April 28, 1982
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Northwood, London, England
Height: 5'1" (155 cm)
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Sophie Gradon
(English Model)
Sophie Gradon
3
Birthdate: October 25, 1985
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Northumberland, England
Died: June 20, 2018

Sophie Gradon was an English marketing manager and model. She is remembered for appearing in the dating reality series Love Island, where she dated Katie Salmon, becoming the show's first same-sex couple. Also known for her charity work, Gradon promoted the NE1 campaign, through which she raised funds for charities. Gradon took her own life at the age of 32.

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Alexa Chung
(British Writer, Model and Television Presenter Known for Her TV Shows ‘Frock Me’ and ‘Popworld’)
Alexa Chung
7
Birthdate: November 5, 1983
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Privett, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

Alexa Chung began as a model and then graduated to fashion journalism. She has been an editor for British Vogue and has also written the book It. She owns a fashion brand and has been a host on shows such as Frock Me, Popworld, and It's On with Alexa Chung.