Naomi Campbell, born in 1970, is a renowned English model and media personality. She was one of the supermodels of her generation and the first black woman to grace the covers of Time and Vogue France. Apart from modeling, Campbell has delved into music, acting, and television hosting. She is also actively engaged in charitable endeavors.
Naomi Campbell was born in London. Her mother was a Jamaican dancer and her father's identity is unknown.
At the age of 7, Naomi Campbell was featured in Bob Marley's music video 'Is This Love'.
Naomi Campbell started her modeling career and became one of the top three most recognizable and in-demand models in the late 1980s and 90s.
On Naomi's 16th birthday, she was discovered and appeared on the cover of British Elle.
In December 1987, Naomi Campbell appeared on the cover of British Vogue, becoming the publication's first black cover girl since 1966.
Naomi Campbell became the first black model to appear on the cover of French Vogue in August 1988, following her groundbreaking appearance on the cover of British Vogue.
In 1989, Naomi Campbell made history by becoming the first black model to grace the front cover of the September issue of American Vogue, a significant milestone in the fashion industry.
Naomi Campbell made history by becoming the first black woman to be on the cover of British Vogue.
In March 1991, Naomi Campbell walked the catwalk for Versace with other supermodels, lip-synching to 'Freedom! '90' and showcasing a memorable moment in fashion history.
In April 1992, Naomi Campbell posed for the hundredth-anniversary cover of American Vogue, shot by Patrick Demarchelier, solidifying her as a top model of her time.
In 1993, despite her success, Elite Model Management dropped Naomi Campbell's contract, signaling a shift in her modeling career.
In November 1994, Naomi Campbell met Nelson Mandela after being invited by the African National Congress. Mandela referred to her as his 'honorary granddaughter'.
In 1995, Naomi Campbell walked in the second-ever Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and continued to grace the runway for the brand multiple times, leaving a lasting impact on the fashion world.
In 1996, Naomi Campbell released the album 'Naomi'. This musical project showcased her versatility beyond modeling and acting.
In 1997, Naomi Campbell publicly addressed the issue of racial discrimination in the fashion industry, highlighting the prevalence of prejudice and the need to confront it. She emphasized the importance of diversity and representation in the industry.
In September 1998, Naomi Campbell was convicted of assaulting her personal assistant. This was one of the four assault cases she was involved in between 1998 and 2009.
In 1999, Naomi Campbell created her own cosmetics line in collaboration with Compolitain Cosmetics.
In May 2001, Naomi Campbell co-hosted the 50th Miss Universe pageant alongside supermodel Elle Macpherson. The event showcased her continued presence in the world of beauty and fashion.
In October 2001, she appeared on the cover of British Vogue alongside rapper Sean 'P Diddy' Combs.
In 2002, Naomi Campbell was involved in a high-profile lawsuit with London's Daily Mirror over publishing photos of her leaving a Narcotics Anonymous meeting. After several appeals, the court ruled in Campbell's favour. Campbell has sought treatment for both addiction and anger issues.
Naomi Campbell founded the charity Fashion for Relief in 2005 to organize fund-raising fashion shows for various natural disasters. The charity has raised £4.5 million and continues to support victims of calamities.
In January 2007, Naomi Campbell was involved in an incident where she assaulted her former housekeeper. She later attended community service in stylish designer outfits and a luxurious gown upon completing her sentence.
In June 2008, Naomi Campbell was involved in an altercation where she assaulted two police officers at London Heathrow Airport.
In August 2009, Naomi Campbell was involved in an incident where she assaulted a paparazzo photographer.
In August 2010, Naomi Campbell appeared at a trial against former Liberian president Charles Taylor regarding 'blood diamonds'. She testified about receiving diamonds from Taylor and later donating them to charity.
In 2011, Naomi Campbell appeared on the cover of the 40th-anniversary issue of Essence magazine alongside Liya Kebede and Iman.
In the closing ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games, Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, along with other supermodels, modeled haute couture to represent British fashion.
In March 2013, Naomi Campbell appeared on the inaugural cover of Numéro Russia.
In 2014, Naomi Campbell was named TV Personality of the Year by Glamour Magazine at the annual Glamour Women of The Year Awards in London.
On January 7, 2015, Naomi Campbell made a guest appearance on the popular TV show 'Empire'.
As of May 12, 2015, Naomi Campbell continues to appear on 'Empire' and is actively involved in supporting the Nelson Mandela Foundation and mentoring aspiring models.
In 2016, Naomi Campbell appeared in the music video for Anohni's single 'Drone Bomb Me'.
In September 2017, Naomi Campbell appeared in Versace's Spring/Summer 2018 show celebrating the late Gianni Versace.
In February 2018, Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss returned to the runway and closed Kim Jones' final menswear show for Louis Vuitton.
In June 2018, Naomi Campbell received the Fashion Icon award by the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
In August 2019, Naomi Campbell addressed her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein on her YouTube channel. She admitted to knowing Epstein after being introduced by her ex-boyfriend Flavio Briatore, condemning his actions and expressing support for the victims.
In August 2020, Naomi Campbell signed with Studio71 for content curation and partnerships across various platforms.
On 12 January 2021, Naomi Campbell was appointed as a tourism ambassador by the Kenyan Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife.
In February 2022, Naomi Campbell confirmed to Vogue that her daughter was not adopted, posing with her child for a photoshoot. This clarification addressed previous speculations about her daughter's adoption.
Campbell debuted her new collaboration with PrettyLittleThing during a runway show to kick off New York Fashion Week on 5 September 2023.
The Victoria and Albert Museum in London announced that Campbell will be the solo subject for the museum's summer 2024 exhibition, covering her philanthropic work and activism.