Dame Lesley Lawson (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 …

Dec 10, 2025 · Twiggy, British fashion model and actress whose gamine frame and mod look defined the fashion industry during much of the late 20th century. She is widely considered to …

Dec 24, 2023 · Though Twiggy is best known for her work as a model, she only modeled for a few years before officially retiring in 1970. Then, she pivoted to a film career, and had success …

She originally was nicknamed "Sticks" because of her reed-thin figure, but then switched it to "Twigs" and, finally, "Twiggy." A model for a scant four years, she had never even walked the …

Apr 10, 2025 · We are talking just as a documentary of her life, Twiggy, directed by Sadie Frost, is to be released. It started as a joke between her and Frost, when the latter appeared as a guest …

On 26 April 1967, ITN broadcast Twiggy in America, a special documentary looking at the 17-year-old supermodel's trip to the United States, and how the phenomenon of "Twiggymania" …

“Twiggy” is due for general release in cinemas in February 2025. Author, playwright and comedian Ben Elton has written and directed a musical based on Twiggy’s life called “Close Up”.

Biography: One of the iconic images of the swinging sixties, Twiggy became famous worldwide as a model for her slim waif-like appearance, following in the footsteps of fellow model Jean …

Feb 15, 2025 · Twiggy arrived like a pocket cyclone in 1966. As a charming new documentary from Sadie Frost explains, she was spotted, at just 16, by Deirdre McSharry, a fashion …

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 …