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    • Dame Lesley Lawson DBE (née Hornby; born 19 September 1949), widely known by the nickname Twiggy, is an English model, actress, and singer. She was a British cultural icon and a prominent teenage model during the swinging '60s in London. Twiggy was initially known for her thin build and the androgynous appearance considered to result from her big ey… See more

    BornLesley Hornby · 19 September 1949 · Neasden, Middlesex, England
    SpousesMichael Witney · (m. 1977; died 1983) · Leigh Lawson · (m. 1988)
    Children1
    Height5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
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    Early life

    Lesley Hornby was born on 19 September 1949 and raised in Neasden (originally in Middlesex, now a suburb of north-west London). She was the third daughter of Nellie Lydia (née Reeman), a factory worker for … See more

    Modelling career (1965–1970)

    Twiggy is one of the first international supermodels and a fashion icon of the 1960s. Her greatest influence is Jean Shrimpton, whom Twiggy considers to be the world's first supermodel. She has said she based … See more

    Stage, film, television, and singing career

    After four years of modelling, Twiggy retired in 1970, stating, "You can't be a clothes hanger for your entire life!" She broke off with Justin de Villeneuve, who had been overseeing her business affairs since 1966, and releas… See more

    Later career

    Twiggy remains in the forefront of fashion for women of her age. She was one of the few famous celebrities to avoid being cut from the Marks & Spencer fashion team in 2009–2010, when Dannii Minogue joined her for the spri… See more

    Honours

    She was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the 2019 New Year Honours for services to fashion, to the arts and to charity. Her appointment appeared in The London Gazette under … See more

    Personal life

    Twiggy married American actor Michael Witney in 1977. Their daughter, Carly, was born in 1978. They remained married until his death in 1983 from a heart attack.
    She met Leigh Lawson in 1984. In 1988, they worke… See more

    Filmography

    • Twiggs (1974)
    • Twiggy (1975)
    • The Muppet Show (1976) (episode 21)
    • Victorian Scandals (1976)… See more

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  3. Good Housekeeping
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    Dame Twiggy on work, marriage and her fitness secret

    Aug 2, 2023 · In an exclusive interview in Good Housekeeping’s September issue, she opened up about work, family life and upcoming West End show, Close Up: The Twiggy Musical, a musical based on her life ...

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    40 Photos Of Twiggy's Style, From '60s Mod To Now

    Sep 19, 2018 · Below, check out some of Twiggy’s most iconic looks, from her classic ’60s shift dresses to her ’80s glam style, her relaxed, menswear-inspired ’90s wardrobe and everything in between.

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    Twiggy Was a Supermodel, but Now She’s 73 Years Old

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    Dame Twiggy Good Housekeeping January interview

    Fashion icon Dame Twiggy talks about facing her fears and finding lasting love in her Good Housekeeping cover interview.

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    Twiggy - Biography - IMDb

  8. The Sunday Post
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    Dame Twiggy says she's growing older gracefully as …

    Britain's favourite model of all time reflects on her life, achievements and ageing gracefully as she reaches her eighth decade. She talks about her modelling, acting, family and damehood in this interview.

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  9. Yours
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    Twiggy: “I’m proud of being the age I am” - Yours

    Sep 19, 2023 · Dame Twiggy Lawson, the original supermodel and cultural icon of the 60s, shares her secrets to feeling young and her love for family and knitting. She turns 74 in September 2023 and has no plans to retire.

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  10. Tatler
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    Inside supermodel Twiggy’s life as her story is set to be …

    Jul 10, 2023 · A new hotly-anticipated musical based on the life of world-famous supermodel Twiggy has just been announced. Directed and written by Ben Elton (We Will Rock You, Blackadder), the play will chart the life of the 1960s icon …

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