Twiggy

Years before the word "supermodel" was in common use, Twiggy was one of the first women to achieve international stardom for her work as a fashion model, and her slim figure and gamine beauty sparked a new trend in modeling that is still in vogue today. Twiggy was also one of the first well-known models to enter into a career in show business, and has made a name for herself as an actress and recording artist. Twiggy was born Leslie Hornby in North London on September 19, 1949, the youngest of three daughters born to William and Helen Hornby. While Leslie grew up with an inter...