Personal Details :
- Full Name: Naomi Elaine Campbell
- Date of Birth: May 22, 1970
- Place of Birth: Streatham, London, England
- Nationality: British
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Ethnicity: Afro-Jamaican and Chinese-Jamaican descent
- Education: Attended Barbara Speake Stage School
- Profession: Model, actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian
- Agent: DNA Model Management
- Years Active: 1986–present
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naomi
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/NaomiCampbell
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NaomiCampbell
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@naomi
Career Overview :
- Modeling:
- Started modeling at age 15 after being discovered by a talent scout in London.
- Rose to fame in the late 1980s and 1990s as one of the first Black supermodels.
- Worked with major fashion houses including Versace, Chanel, Prada, Alexander McQueen, and Louis Vuitton.
- Featured on over 500 magazine covers worldwide, including Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and i-D.
- Became known for her distinctive catwalk and strong presence on the runway.
- One of the first black models to break barriers in the predominantly white fashion industry.
- Television & Film:
- Acted in films such as Girl 6 (1996) and Prêt-à-Porter (1994).
- Appeared in music videos for artists including Michael Jackson, George Michael, and Madonna.
- Judge and mentor on modeling competition shows like The Face.
- Guest appearances in TV series and documentaries related to fashion and modeling.
- Business Ventures:
- Launched her own perfume and skincare lines.
- Collaborated on fashion collections and brand endorsements.
- Philanthropy & Activism:
- UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, actively involved in campaigns for famine relief and children’s education.
- Supports various charitable organizations focused on human rights and social justice.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Maintains a relatively private personal life but has been linked to various high-profile relationships.
- Known for her strong-willed and determined personality.
- Has a passion for music and dance, with training in ballet during her youth.
- Enjoys philanthropy and dedicates time to humanitarian causes.
- Practices yoga and fitness regularly to maintain her health and physique.
- Enjoys traveling and exploring different cultures around the world.
- Advocate for diversity and inclusion within the fashion industry.
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth (2025): $80 million
- Primary Income Sources:
- Modeling contracts and runway shows
- Brand endorsements and collaborations
- Real estate investments
- Television and film appearances
- Social media partnerships
- Real Estate Portfolio:
- New York City, USA: Former owner of a luxury apartment at 500 Park Avenue, sold for $5.25 million in 2006
- Moscow, Russia: Previously resided in a 35,520-square-foot mansion known as the “Spaceship House,” valued at $140 million; sold post-breakup
- Malindi, Kenya: Owns a seaside villa with multiple pools, reflecting her deep connection to the country
- Annual Earnings: Estimated at $8.38 million, including income from social media platforms like Instagram, where she has a significant following
- Charitable Involvement: Founded the Fashion for Relief charity; however, faced scrutiny in 2024 for financial mismanagement, leading to a five-year ban from serving as a charity trustee in the UK
Awards & Achievements :
- Recognized as one of the first Black supermodels, breaking racial barriers in the fashion industry.
- Inducted into the British Fashion Council’s Hall of Fame for her outstanding contributions to fashion.
- Received the Fashion Icon Award at the British Fashion Awards (2018).
- Honored with the Fashion Icon Award by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) in 2018.
- Featured in the Guinness World Records as one of the most successful black models worldwide.
- Named as one of the 100 most influential people by Time magazine in 1995.
- Recognized for her humanitarian efforts as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
Fun Facts :
- Naomi Campbell was the first black model to appear on the cover of French Vogue in 1988.
- She is also the first black model to appear on the covers of Time and Vogue Italia magazines.
- Her runway walk is often described as one of the most iconic and influential in the fashion industry.
- Campbell has appeared in music videos for major artists like Michael Jackson and George Michael.
- She trained in ballet during her childhood, which influences her poise and modeling style.
- Naomi speaks English and some Italian.
- She has a famous “diva” reputation but is also known for mentoring younger models.
- She founded the charity Fashion for Relief to help victims of natural disasters.