"[10], Kerr signed to Chic Management's Sydney division (c. 
In June, she opened Jeremy Scott's Resort 2017 show for Moschino, alongside veteran models including Devon Aoki and fellow Victoria's Secret Angels Chanel Iman and Alessandra Ambrosio. [80][81][82], In response to claims that Kerr is a practising Buddhist, she told The Telegraph, "I'm not Buddhist. Please open my heart chakra. Kerr began modelling in the fashion industry when she was 13, winning the 1997 Dolly magazine model search competition.
Kerr also posed nude for a 2011 Harper's Bazaar photo shoot.
"I appreciate both men and women. [25] She left Next to sign with IMG Models. ", "Miranda Kerr Has Welcomed Her Third Son", "Miranda Kerr forced to hand over $8m worth of jewellery", "The US is trying to take away Miranda Kerr's piano", "A Yacht, a Monet, a See-Through Piano: The U.S. Collects on a Fugitive's Shopping Spree (Published 2018)", "Miranda Kerr: 'I'm Christian' and 'I pray every day', "Supermodel Miranda Kerr Says Prayer, Gratitude, Forgiveness Are Daily Rules She Lives By", Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Miranda_Kerr&oldid=1101128473, Short description is different from Wikidata, Wikipedia indefinitely semi-protected biographies of living people, All Wikipedia articles written in Australian English, Pages using infobox person with multiple spouses, Official website different in Wikidata and Wikipedia, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 29 July 2022, at 12:56. On 22 April 2014, Kerr released her first single online, featuring her and crooner Bobby Fox, in a cover of Elvis Presley's "You're The Boss". [43][44], In February 2014, Kerr became the face of Swedish clothing brand H&M. [59], In February 2017, Kerr featured in a commercial for Buick, alongside Cam Newton, which aired during Super Bowl LI. [66] Kerr and Bloom announced their engagement in June 2010,[67] and they were married the following month. [2] She is the daughter of Therese and John Kerr. [35] Kerr was featured on the June cover of Numro Tokyo, shot by Nino Muoz. ", "Miranda Kerr Landed a Jil Sander Campaign", "Miranda Kerr is Vogue's first pregnant cover model", "Miranda Kerr nude pic in Harper's Bazaar shows her post-baby career is shaping up gorgeously", "Every Victoria's Secret Angel Who Has Worn the Fantasy Bra", "Miranda Kerr & Julia Stegner's Bally Campaign", "Does model Miranda Kerr have what it takes to get Qantas soaring again? The same month, Kerr filmed a guest mentor role on cycle 10 of Australia's Next Top Model. [28] Kerr then modelled for campaigns for Prada and Jil Sander,[29] and was shot by Steven Meisel for the cover of Italian Vogue for the September issue. The group stole luxury brand clothing and jewellery. Kerr rose to prominence in 2007, as one of the Victoria's Secret Angels. And I was fully clothed! 1997). ', She credits meditation, speaking with friends, and writing as ways of dealing with challenges such as the death of her then-boyfriend at age 15, and "makes it a priority to pray about forgiving herself and others. [45] In July, Kerr became the face of the Escada fragrance, Joyful, attending the launch at the brand's flagship Munich store. [38] The following month, it was reported that Kerr's three-year, USD$1-million contract with Victoria's Secret was not being renewed. [36][37], In March 2013, negotiations to renew her five-year contract with David Jones "fell through," leading to a peaceful split between the two parties. [64], Kerr began dating English actor Orlando Bloom in late 2007. [31] In March she hit the catwalk for Balenciaga's fall 2011 ready-to-wear collection as part of Paris Fashion Week, two months after giving birth. [24] Kerr also shot a spring/summer ad campaign for XOXO. [60] In July, she appeared in a video campaign for Louis Vuitton entitled Connected Journeys, celebrating the launch of the brand's Tambour Horizon smartwatch, which also featured celebrities including Jennifer Connelly, Doona Bae, Jaden Smith and Catherine Deneuve.
[16], Following her success with Maybelline, Kerr became the first ever Australian Victoria's Secret Angel[17] joining models Alessandra Ambrosio, Karolna Kurkov, Adriana Lima, Selita Ebanks, Izabel Goulart, and Heidi Klum. [14], In New York City, Kerr signed with Next Management and had a slew of runway appearances in early 2004. Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr are engaged", "Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr Secretly Marry! Miranda May Kerr (/kr/; born 20 April 1983) is an Australian model and businesswoman. The controversy raised concerns about the glorification of young girls within the fashion, beauty, and entertainment industries. [2] From there, she was booked for runway and print campaigns for labels including Alex Perry, Baby Phat, Lisa Ho, Voodoo Dolls, Levi's, Bettina Liano, Nicola Finetti, L.A.M.B., Heatherette, Betsey Johnson, Trelise Cooper, Jets, John Richmond, Blumarine Swimwear, Neiman Marcus, Anna Molinari, Rock and Republic, Roberto Cavalli, and Ober Jeans. [32] In October at Paris Fashion Week S/S12, Kerr walked for Dior, Lanvin, Chanel, John Galliano, Stella McCartney, Viktor & Rolf and Loewe. Upon Kerr's win, local media expressed "concerned outrage" at her young age. [18], Kerr appeared in the 2010 Pirelli Calendar, photographed by Terry Richardson in Bahia, Brazil. [20] She also appeared on the cover of British Harper's Bazaar. [58] Kerr ranked No. Doing just three minutes of prayer and a minimum of five minutes meditation twice a day sets the tonelike an arrow so that you're hitting your target. A 2007 newspaper report claims that Kerr suffered financially "after taking her boyfriend's financial advice" but chose not to take legal action. [65] In 2009, a gang of thieves known as the Bling Ring broke into Bloom's home. [39][40] Kerr headlined the April issue of Vogue Australia and the July issue of Vogue Korea. Kerr appeared in Forbes's 2009 list of the world's highest-paid models, ranking at No. Anonymous sources claimed Kerr had a "difficult reputation" and was not "a big seller for VS"; however, Kerr's camp stated she was unable to commit the necessary time to the brand. [8], At age 13, Kerr entered and won the 1997 annual Dolly magazine/Impulse model competition. Kerr was born in Sydney, and raised in Gunnedah, New South Wales. Open my aperture and uplift my consciousness so that I can be the best version of myself. She was flown to Sydney a week before her 14th birthday to shoot for the magazine. Dolly is a magazine for teenage girls, not for old men. Her January/February cover for Australian Harper's Bazaar sparked controversy, depicting a nude Kerr under the cover line "What Lies Beneath." And praying is something my grandmother taught me as well. [77] On 7 May 2018, she gave birth to a son, named Hart Spiegel. Following an Australian Securities and Investments Commission investigation, Camilleri was found guilty on five counts of fraudulent behaviour from February 2003 to February 2004. [61], When Kerr first appeared on the list of highest earning models, Ed Razek described Kerr's appeal as having " the cheeks of a chipmunk, the smile of an angel and the body of a devil. "[86], 20072012: Victoria's Secret and high fashion work, Australian Securities and Investments Commission, "Miranda Kerr's mother on stepping out of her model daughter's 'shadow', "Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel give a Snap-shot of their Australian life", "Kerr: 'I never took modelling very seriously', "It's back: young model contest that caused a stir for Kerr", "Miranda Kerr switches from Chic Management to new Sydney agency IMG Models", "This Aussie swimwear brand is looking for the next Miranda, Shanina or Gigi", "Kris Jenner 'Wines Down' After Busy Day With Help From Songs by Kanye West, Stevie Wonder and More", "A look back at Miranda Kerr's most iconic Victoria's Secret runway moments", "Hanging with (funny) supermodels on the 'How I Met Your Mother' set", "Beauty product ranges from stars like Miranda Kerr, Jessica Hart and Lara Bingle put to the test", "Miranda Kerr To Release Book On Body Image (VIDEO, PHOTOS)", "Terry Richardson and Most of the World's Models Gang Up for Pirelli Calendar 2010", "Prada or Balenciaga: Who Carries More Weight in Modeling? [42] In October, Kerr was named the face of Austrian crystal house Swarovski for their fall 2013 campaign, and that December she starred in social shopping website ShopStyle's first national campaign. 3 on the 2014 Forbes list of highest earning models, earning an estimated USD$7 million. Never say never! [18] Kerr made a small guest appearance in the CBS sitcom How I Met Your Mother alongside fellow Angels Adriana Lima, Marisa Miller, Alessandra Ambrosio, Heidi Klum and Selita Ebanks. [2] Kerr was also the brand ambassador of Australia's most recognised swimwear brand, Seafolly. [54] She then appeared on the December cover of Vogue Thailand, the first Australian model to do so. [47] She was among the 50 models on the September cover of Vogue Italia, celebrating the magazine's 50th anniversary. You could just be you. ", "Miranda Kerr's Wedding Dress: An Exclusive Look at Her Custom Dior Haute Couture Gown", "Baby on the Way for Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel", "Miranda Kerr Gives Birth to Baby No. [30], In January 2011, Kerr became the first pregnant model for Vogue when featured in Vogue Australia, being six months pregnant at the time of the shoot. She also covered the March issue of Australian Harper's Bazaar, shot by Kai Z. 2! [51][52] In July, Kerr designed a jewelry line with Swarovski, having served as the face of the brand since 2013. [21], In June 2009, Kerr posed naked, chained to a tree, for an issue of Rolling Stone Australia, to raise awareness for the endangered koalas. [78] Ten months after Hart's birth, Kerr announced her third pregnancy; she gave birth in October 2019. ", "Orlando Bloom speaks out on Miranda Kerr separation: 'Life sometimes doesn't work out exactly as we plan', "Miranda Kerr Opens Up About Divorce From Orlando Bloom", "Miranda Kerr 'Wants To Explore' Bisexual Feelings Following Orlando Bloom Split", "Miranda Kerr, new billionaire beau Evan Spiegel display affection at LAX", "Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel Are Engaged! [34], In January 2012, she was named ambassador for Qantas. [70][71] The divorce was official by the end of 2013. "[83][84], I like to pray and I like to meditate. In March, Kerr walked for Chanel and Miu Miu at Fall/Winter Paris Fashion Week. [79], In June 2017, Kerr surrendered US$8 million in jewellery, given to her by Malaysian fugitive Jho Low in 2014 when they were dating, to the US government amid an inquiry into the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal. [7] She graduated from All Hallows' School in 2000. In response, Victoria's Secret chief marketing officer Ed Razek stated he had already invited Kerr to walk in that year's fashion show. And [Swarovski] really let me have full creative control. Kerr starred in Tamarama's video clip for "Everything To Me". [48] She was also prominently featured in the November, 15-year anniversary issue of Vogue Japan, shot by Mario Testino. I wanted it to be fine, and delicate and have meaning, and hopefully, inspiration. Feng. [46] Kerr modelled for the covers of the May issue of Vogue Taiwan and the July issue of Vogue Australia. Kerr studied nutrition and health psychology before pursuing modelling. Of the press, Kerr said: "In the media at the time they were trying to cling on to anything remotely to do with paedophilia. I love the female body and truly appreciate the female form. [55], Kerr began 2016 by fronting Riccardo Tisci's Spring/Summer campaign for Givenchy, alongside models including Joan Smalls, Natalia Vodianova and fellow Australian, Gemma Ward. [4] During her childhood, Kerr "raced motorbikes and rode horses on her grandmother's farm". "[62], In 2003, Kerr dated finance broker Adrian Camilleri. I knew what I wanted. I want to explore. Since 2017, she has been married to Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel with whom she has two children. 10 on the list of the world's top-earning models. Kerr is of English ancestry, with smaller amounts of Scottish and French. [68] Kerr gave birth to their son, Flynn Christopher Blanchard Copeland Bloom, on 6 January 2011. [41], She was ranked No. [15], She signed a contract with American cosmetics brand Maybelline New York. They just made something out of nothing. [49] Kerr ranked No.
Kerr has launched her own brand of organic skincare products, KORA Organics, and has written a self-help book. [63], From 2003 to mid-2007, Kerr dated Jay Lyon, the lead singer of the band Tamarama. [9], Some media outlets claimed her Dolly shoot (including images of a 14-year-old Kerr in bathing suits) constituted a form of paedophilia. [74] In July 2016, Kerr announced her engagement to Spiegel, and they married in May 2017. And then I pray to Christ to say, 'Thank you for this day and my family and my health,' and now that I'm older I've added, 'Please illuminate me. [72], In 2014, Kerr discussed bisexuality during an interview with GQ. "[73], In 2015, Kerr began dating billionaire Snapchat co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel. The cover was later pulled from the national supermarket chain, Coles. She then featured in high-profile campaigns for Reebok and Wonderbra. Kerr was the first Australian Victoria's Secret model and also represented the Australian department store chain David Jones. [11] She received considerable commercial exposure after a series of beachwear ads predominantly for Australian surf chain Billabong, in which Kerr modelled surf brands Tigerlily, Roxy, Billabong Girls, and One Teaspoon. I'm not religious, I'm spiritual. She was also shot by Doug Inglish in a short video as part of LOVE's annual advent calendar. Kerr was chosen to present the USD$2.5 million Victoria's Secret Fantasy Treasure Bra for their fashion show in November 2011. [2] Kerr was also booked for print in magazines such as Elle Girl, Vogue Australia and Harper's Bazaar. In March, Kerr was announced as the face of Joe Fresh's fall campaign. [2], In 2007, Kerr signed on as the face of Californian fashion retailer Arden B. "[5] As a teenager, she was an exchange student to Virginia, U.S.[6], Her family moved to Brisbane, Queensland, to allow Kerr and her brother to experience city life. [22] In October, Kerr launched her own brand of organic skincare products, KORA Organics, with George Moskos, and became the face for the company. Kerr was initially reluctant to leave her childhood hometown, but her first boyfriend, called Christopher Middlebrook, died in a car accident when they were teenagers and she said it was too painful to stay there. [2] Along with several other Victoria's Secret models, Kerr was also featured in a music video for the single "Number One" by Pharrell featuring Kanye West. In August, Kerr appeared on the cover of Vogue Turkey and in November, was named the new face of high street brand Mango, replacing Kate Moss for its spring/summer 2013 campaign. Kerr spoke of the collaboration, "I wanted it to be reflective of myself and my personality and who I am. 6 on the 2015 Forbes list of highest earning models, earning an estimated USD$6.5 million. Earning an estimated USD$3.5 million over the previous 12 months, Forbes placed Kerr at No. [23] Kerr released an inspirational self-esteem, self-help book, Treasure Yourself. [27] It was her first fashion show for a high fashion designer. [33] Kerr then featured in the Spring 2012 campaign for Bally alongside German model Julia Stegner. She describes her early life in the Australian countryside as "very grounding there wasn't any pretentiousness and no one really cared what you were wearing. 2 in Forbes 2013 list of the world's highest-paid models, with estimated earnings of USD$7.2 million, which is USD$3.2 million more and a jump of five places in the list from the previous year. [3] She has a brother, Matthew, who is two years younger. I'm Christian. [12] After modelling in Australia and Japan,[13] Kerr relocated to New York City, where she acquired a minority stake in the Bowery Ballroom, a music venue. 10 on the 2016 Forbes list of highest paid models, earning an estimated USD$6 million. Doing a winter shoot! Kerr was previously married to English actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she had her first son. [75] Kerr wore a custom Dior wedding dress designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri that was inspired by Grace Kelly's wedding gown. To pray and be grateful, have gratitude, is a big thing for me. [50], Kerr was the cover model for the February 2015 issue of American Harper's Bazaar, shot by Richardson. "[53] Kerr ranked No. I meditate every day and I do yoga. I pray every day. In this case, the ringleader allegedly wanted Kerr's Victoria's Secret lingerie. When I pray I always thank Mother Nature for all the beauty in the world; it's about having an attitude of gratitude. Before becoming an Angel in 2007, Kerr was already picked to become the successor of Alessandra Ambrosio as the face of PINK in 2006. [56][57] She also featured on international covers of Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Madame Figaro and L'Officiel. [19], In 2008, Kerr became the new face of the fragrance Clinique Happy and signed a six-figure deal to be the new face of Australian department store David Jones, replacing model Megan Gale.
[26] Previously better known for her Victoria's Secret status rather than her high fashion work, Balenciaga is credited for launching her high fashion modelling career when casting directors Ashley Brokaw and designer Nicolas Ghesquire chose her to walk exclusively for the brand's spring 2010 runway show. A season later she walked for design company Prada for their fall 2010 collection in Milan alongside fellow Angels Doutzen Kroes and Alessandra Ambrosio. ", "Miranda Kerr's Vogue Turkey Cover Is Rather Odd", "Miranda Kerr 'Breaks Up' With David Jones, Replaced By Jessica Gomes & Montana Cox", "Miranda Kerr Reportedly Dropped As VS Angel; Kate Upton and Diddy May Be Dating", "Miranda Kerr leaving Victoria's Secret, 3 months/year too big a commitment", "Miranda Kerr Covers Vogue Korea For The July 2013 Issue (PHOTOS)", "The World's Highest-Paid Models, 2013: Gisele's Earnings Down, Kerr's Are Up", "Behind the scenes on Miranda Kerr's next major campaign", "Miranda Kerr Is the New Face of ShopStyle", "Miranda Kerr Sings on "You're the Boss" with Bobby Fox: Listen to Supermodel's Debut Single", "Watch: Miranda Kerr for Vogue Australia", "50 models cover Vogue Italia's 50th anniversary issue", "Miranda Kerr's Vogue Japan Photshoot Draws Criticism", "Miranda Kerr is Our March 2015 Cover Star", "Miranda Kerr Launches Her First Jewelry Line", "Miranda Kerr teases nudity in steamy new clip for day 9 of LOVE Magazine's Advent calendar", "Miranda Kerr: Coles Supermarkets pulls Aussie model's nude cover for Harper's Bazaar Australia magazine", "Miranda Kerr Is The New Face Of Joe Fresh's Fall 2016 Campaign", "Miranda Kerr Gets Real About Model "Rejection", "Miranda Kerr, Justin Bieber And Tom Brady Star In The 2017 Super Bowl Commercials", "The First Louis Vuitton Smartwatch is here", "Orlando Bloom Meets Miranda Kerr's Parents", "It's official! The book is aimed at female teenagers.
Her mother was 17 years old when she gave birth. Since 2008, Kerr has consistently ranked on the Forbes list of highest earning models. [76] In November 2017, Kerr announced she was expecting her second child (her first with Spiegel). [69] In October 2013, Kerr and Bloom announced that they had separated several months earlier, and intend to end their marriage. 9 with estimated earnings of USD$3 million. In March, Kerr opened and closed for Sonia Rykiel at Fall/Winter Paris Fashion Week.
In June, she opened Jeremy Scott's Resort 2017 show for Moschino, alongside veteran models including Devon Aoki and fellow Victoria's Secret Angels Chanel Iman and Alessandra Ambrosio. [80][81][82], In response to claims that Kerr is a practising Buddhist, she told The Telegraph, "I'm not Buddhist. Please open my heart chakra. Kerr began modelling in the fashion industry when she was 13, winning the 1997 Dolly magazine model search competition. Kerr also posed nude for a 2011 Harper's Bazaar photo shoot.
"I appreciate both men and women. [25] She left Next to sign with IMG Models. ", "Miranda Kerr Has Welcomed Her Third Son", "Miranda Kerr forced to hand over $8m worth of jewellery", "The US is trying to take away Miranda Kerr's piano", "A Yacht, a Monet, a See-Through Piano: The U.S. Collects on a Fugitive's Shopping Spree (Published 2018)", "Miranda Kerr: 'I'm Christian' and 'I pray every day', "Supermodel Miranda Kerr Says Prayer, Gratitude, Forgiveness Are Daily Rules She Lives By", Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Miranda_Kerr&oldid=1101128473, Short description is different from Wikidata, Wikipedia indefinitely semi-protected biographies of living people, All Wikipedia articles written in Australian English, Pages using infobox person with multiple spouses, Official website different in Wikidata and Wikipedia, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 29 July 2022, at 12:56. On 22 April 2014, Kerr released her first single online, featuring her and crooner Bobby Fox, in a cover of Elvis Presley's "You're The Boss". [43][44], In February 2014, Kerr became the face of Swedish clothing brand H&M. [59], In February 2017, Kerr featured in a commercial for Buick, alongside Cam Newton, which aired during Super Bowl LI. [66] Kerr and Bloom announced their engagement in June 2010,[67] and they were married the following month. [2] She is the daughter of Therese and John Kerr. [35] Kerr was featured on the June cover of Numro Tokyo, shot by Nino Muoz. ", "Miranda Kerr Landed a Jil Sander Campaign", "Miranda Kerr is Vogue's first pregnant cover model", "Miranda Kerr nude pic in Harper's Bazaar shows her post-baby career is shaping up gorgeously", "Every Victoria's Secret Angel Who Has Worn the Fantasy Bra", "Miranda Kerr & Julia Stegner's Bally Campaign", "Does model Miranda Kerr have what it takes to get Qantas soaring again? The same month, Kerr filmed a guest mentor role on cycle 10 of Australia's Next Top Model. [28] Kerr then modelled for campaigns for Prada and Jil Sander,[29] and was shot by Steven Meisel for the cover of Italian Vogue for the September issue. The group stole luxury brand clothing and jewellery. Kerr rose to prominence in 2007, as one of the Victoria's Secret Angels. And I was fully clothed! 1997). ', She credits meditation, speaking with friends, and writing as ways of dealing with challenges such as the death of her then-boyfriend at age 15, and "makes it a priority to pray about forgiving herself and others. [45] In July, Kerr became the face of the Escada fragrance, Joyful, attending the launch at the brand's flagship Munich store. [38] The following month, it was reported that Kerr's three-year, USD$1-million contract with Victoria's Secret was not being renewed. [36][37], In March 2013, negotiations to renew her five-year contract with David Jones "fell through," leading to a peaceful split between the two parties. [64], Kerr began dating English actor Orlando Bloom in late 2007. [31] In March she hit the catwalk for Balenciaga's fall 2011 ready-to-wear collection as part of Paris Fashion Week, two months after giving birth. [24] Kerr also shot a spring/summer ad campaign for XOXO. [60] In July, she appeared in a video campaign for Louis Vuitton entitled Connected Journeys, celebrating the launch of the brand's Tambour Horizon smartwatch, which also featured celebrities including Jennifer Connelly, Doona Bae, Jaden Smith and Catherine Deneuve. [16], Following her success with Maybelline, Kerr became the first ever Australian Victoria's Secret Angel[17] joining models Alessandra Ambrosio, Karolna Kurkov, Adriana Lima, Selita Ebanks, Izabel Goulart, and Heidi Klum. [14], In New York City, Kerr signed with Next Management and had a slew of runway appearances in early 2004. Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr are engaged", "Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr Secretly Marry! Miranda May Kerr (/kr/; born 20 April 1983) is an Australian model and businesswoman. The controversy raised concerns about the glorification of young girls within the fashion, beauty, and entertainment industries. [2] From there, she was booked for runway and print campaigns for labels including Alex Perry, Baby Phat, Lisa Ho, Voodoo Dolls, Levi's, Bettina Liano, Nicola Finetti, L.A.M.B., Heatherette, Betsey Johnson, Trelise Cooper, Jets, John Richmond, Blumarine Swimwear, Neiman Marcus, Anna Molinari, Rock and Republic, Roberto Cavalli, and Ober Jeans. [32] In October at Paris Fashion Week S/S12, Kerr walked for Dior, Lanvin, Chanel, John Galliano, Stella McCartney, Viktor & Rolf and Loewe. Upon Kerr's win, local media expressed "concerned outrage" at her young age. [18], Kerr appeared in the 2010 Pirelli Calendar, photographed by Terry Richardson in Bahia, Brazil. [20] She also appeared on the cover of British Harper's Bazaar. [58] Kerr ranked No. Doing just three minutes of prayer and a minimum of five minutes meditation twice a day sets the tonelike an arrow so that you're hitting your target. A 2007 newspaper report claims that Kerr suffered financially "after taking her boyfriend's financial advice" but chose not to take legal action. [65] In 2009, a gang of thieves known as the Bling Ring broke into Bloom's home. [39][40] Kerr headlined the April issue of Vogue Australia and the July issue of Vogue Korea. Kerr appeared in Forbes's 2009 list of the world's highest-paid models, ranking at No. Anonymous sources claimed Kerr had a "difficult reputation" and was not "a big seller for VS"; however, Kerr's camp stated she was unable to commit the necessary time to the brand. [8], At age 13, Kerr entered and won the 1997 annual Dolly magazine/Impulse model competition. Kerr was born in Sydney, and raised in Gunnedah, New South Wales. Open my aperture and uplift my consciousness so that I can be the best version of myself. She was flown to Sydney a week before her 14th birthday to shoot for the magazine. Dolly is a magazine for teenage girls, not for old men. Her January/February cover for Australian Harper's Bazaar sparked controversy, depicting a nude Kerr under the cover line "What Lies Beneath." And praying is something my grandmother taught me as well. [77] On 7 May 2018, she gave birth to a son, named Hart Spiegel. Following an Australian Securities and Investments Commission investigation, Camilleri was found guilty on five counts of fraudulent behaviour from February 2003 to February 2004. [61], When Kerr first appeared on the list of highest earning models, Ed Razek described Kerr's appeal as having " the cheeks of a chipmunk, the smile of an angel and the body of a devil. "[86], 20072012: Victoria's Secret and high fashion work, Australian Securities and Investments Commission, "Miranda Kerr's mother on stepping out of her model daughter's 'shadow', "Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel give a Snap-shot of their Australian life", "Kerr: 'I never took modelling very seriously', "It's back: young model contest that caused a stir for Kerr", "Miranda Kerr switches from Chic Management to new Sydney agency IMG Models", "This Aussie swimwear brand is looking for the next Miranda, Shanina or Gigi", "Kris Jenner 'Wines Down' After Busy Day With Help From Songs by Kanye West, Stevie Wonder and More", "A look back at Miranda Kerr's most iconic Victoria's Secret runway moments", "Hanging with (funny) supermodels on the 'How I Met Your Mother' set", "Beauty product ranges from stars like Miranda Kerr, Jessica Hart and Lara Bingle put to the test", "Miranda Kerr To Release Book On Body Image (VIDEO, PHOTOS)", "Terry Richardson and Most of the World's Models Gang Up for Pirelli Calendar 2010", "Prada or Balenciaga: Who Carries More Weight in Modeling? [42] In October, Kerr was named the face of Austrian crystal house Swarovski for their fall 2013 campaign, and that December she starred in social shopping website ShopStyle's first national campaign. 3 on the 2014 Forbes list of highest earning models, earning an estimated USD$7 million. Never say never! [18] Kerr made a small guest appearance in the CBS sitcom How I Met Your Mother alongside fellow Angels Adriana Lima, Marisa Miller, Alessandra Ambrosio, Heidi Klum and Selita Ebanks. [2] Kerr was also the brand ambassador of Australia's most recognised swimwear brand, Seafolly. [54] She then appeared on the December cover of Vogue Thailand, the first Australian model to do so. [47] She was among the 50 models on the September cover of Vogue Italia, celebrating the magazine's 50th anniversary. You could just be you. ", "Miranda Kerr's Wedding Dress: An Exclusive Look at Her Custom Dior Haute Couture Gown", "Baby on the Way for Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel", "Miranda Kerr Gives Birth to Baby No. [30], In January 2011, Kerr became the first pregnant model for Vogue when featured in Vogue Australia, being six months pregnant at the time of the shoot. She also covered the March issue of Australian Harper's Bazaar, shot by Kai Z. 2! [51][52] In July, Kerr designed a jewelry line with Swarovski, having served as the face of the brand since 2013. [21], In June 2009, Kerr posed naked, chained to a tree, for an issue of Rolling Stone Australia, to raise awareness for the endangered koalas. [78] Ten months after Hart's birth, Kerr announced her third pregnancy; she gave birth in October 2019. ", "Orlando Bloom speaks out on Miranda Kerr separation: 'Life sometimes doesn't work out exactly as we plan', "Miranda Kerr Opens Up About Divorce From Orlando Bloom", "Miranda Kerr 'Wants To Explore' Bisexual Feelings Following Orlando Bloom Split", "Miranda Kerr, new billionaire beau Evan Spiegel display affection at LAX", "Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel Are Engaged! [34], In January 2012, she was named ambassador for Qantas. [70][71] The divorce was official by the end of 2013. "[83][84], I like to pray and I like to meditate. In March, Kerr walked for Chanel and Miu Miu at Fall/Winter Paris Fashion Week. [79], In June 2017, Kerr surrendered US$8 million in jewellery, given to her by Malaysian fugitive Jho Low in 2014 when they were dating, to the US government amid an inquiry into the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal. [7] She graduated from All Hallows' School in 2000. In response, Victoria's Secret chief marketing officer Ed Razek stated he had already invited Kerr to walk in that year's fashion show. And [Swarovski] really let me have full creative control. Kerr starred in Tamarama's video clip for "Everything To Me". [48] She was also prominently featured in the November, 15-year anniversary issue of Vogue Japan, shot by Mario Testino. I wanted it to be fine, and delicate and have meaning, and hopefully, inspiration. Feng. [46] Kerr modelled for the covers of the May issue of Vogue Taiwan and the July issue of Vogue Australia. Kerr studied nutrition and health psychology before pursuing modelling. Of the press, Kerr said: "In the media at the time they were trying to cling on to anything remotely to do with paedophilia. I love the female body and truly appreciate the female form. [55], Kerr began 2016 by fronting Riccardo Tisci's Spring/Summer campaign for Givenchy, alongside models including Joan Smalls, Natalia Vodianova and fellow Australian, Gemma Ward. [4] During her childhood, Kerr "raced motorbikes and rode horses on her grandmother's farm". "[62], In 2003, Kerr dated finance broker Adrian Camilleri. I knew what I wanted. I want to explore. Since 2017, she has been married to Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel with whom she has two children. 10 on the list of the world's top-earning models. Kerr is of English ancestry, with smaller amounts of Scottish and French. [68] Kerr gave birth to their son, Flynn Christopher Blanchard Copeland Bloom, on 6 January 2011. [41], She was ranked No. [15], She signed a contract with American cosmetics brand Maybelline New York. They just made something out of nothing. [49] Kerr ranked No.
Kerr has launched her own brand of organic skincare products, KORA Organics, and has written a self-help book. [63], From 2003 to mid-2007, Kerr dated Jay Lyon, the lead singer of the band Tamarama. [9], Some media outlets claimed her Dolly shoot (including images of a 14-year-old Kerr in bathing suits) constituted a form of paedophilia. [74] In July 2016, Kerr announced her engagement to Spiegel, and they married in May 2017. And then I pray to Christ to say, 'Thank you for this day and my family and my health,' and now that I'm older I've added, 'Please illuminate me. [72], In 2014, Kerr discussed bisexuality during an interview with GQ. "[73], In 2015, Kerr began dating billionaire Snapchat co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel. The cover was later pulled from the national supermarket chain, Coles. She then featured in high-profile campaigns for Reebok and Wonderbra. Kerr was the first Australian Victoria's Secret model and also represented the Australian department store chain David Jones. [11] She received considerable commercial exposure after a series of beachwear ads predominantly for Australian surf chain Billabong, in which Kerr modelled surf brands Tigerlily, Roxy, Billabong Girls, and One Teaspoon. I'm not religious, I'm spiritual. She was also shot by Doug Inglish in a short video as part of LOVE's annual advent calendar. Kerr was chosen to present the USD$2.5 million Victoria's Secret Fantasy Treasure Bra for their fashion show in November 2011. [2] Kerr was also booked for print in magazines such as Elle Girl, Vogue Australia and Harper's Bazaar. In March, Kerr was announced as the face of Joe Fresh's fall campaign. [2], In 2007, Kerr signed on as the face of Californian fashion retailer Arden B. "[5] As a teenager, she was an exchange student to Virginia, U.S.[6], Her family moved to Brisbane, Queensland, to allow Kerr and her brother to experience city life. [22] In October, Kerr launched her own brand of organic skincare products, KORA Organics, with George Moskos, and became the face for the company. Kerr was initially reluctant to leave her childhood hometown, but her first boyfriend, called Christopher Middlebrook, died in a car accident when they were teenagers and she said it was too painful to stay there. [2] Along with several other Victoria's Secret models, Kerr was also featured in a music video for the single "Number One" by Pharrell featuring Kanye West. In August, Kerr appeared on the cover of Vogue Turkey and in November, was named the new face of high street brand Mango, replacing Kate Moss for its spring/summer 2013 campaign. Kerr spoke of the collaboration, "I wanted it to be reflective of myself and my personality and who I am. 6 on the 2015 Forbes list of highest earning models, earning an estimated USD$6.5 million. Earning an estimated USD$3.5 million over the previous 12 months, Forbes placed Kerr at No. [23] Kerr released an inspirational self-esteem, self-help book, Treasure Yourself. [27] It was her first fashion show for a high fashion designer. [33] Kerr then featured in the Spring 2012 campaign for Bally alongside German model Julia Stegner. She describes her early life in the Australian countryside as "very grounding there wasn't any pretentiousness and no one really cared what you were wearing. 2 in Forbes 2013 list of the world's highest-paid models, with estimated earnings of USD$7.2 million, which is USD$3.2 million more and a jump of five places in the list from the previous year. [3] She has a brother, Matthew, who is two years younger. I'm Christian. [12] After modelling in Australia and Japan,[13] Kerr relocated to New York City, where she acquired a minority stake in the Bowery Ballroom, a music venue. 10 on the 2016 Forbes list of highest paid models, earning an estimated USD$6 million. Doing a winter shoot! Kerr was previously married to English actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she had her first son. [75] Kerr wore a custom Dior wedding dress designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri that was inspired by Grace Kelly's wedding gown. To pray and be grateful, have gratitude, is a big thing for me. [50], Kerr was the cover model for the February 2015 issue of American Harper's Bazaar, shot by Richardson. "[53] Kerr ranked No. I meditate every day and I do yoga. I pray every day. In this case, the ringleader allegedly wanted Kerr's Victoria's Secret lingerie. When I pray I always thank Mother Nature for all the beauty in the world; it's about having an attitude of gratitude. Before becoming an Angel in 2007, Kerr was already picked to become the successor of Alessandra Ambrosio as the face of PINK in 2006. [56][57] She also featured on international covers of Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Madame Figaro and L'Officiel. [19], In 2008, Kerr became the new face of the fragrance Clinique Happy and signed a six-figure deal to be the new face of Australian department store David Jones, replacing model Megan Gale.
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Her mother was 17 years old when she gave birth. Since 2008, Kerr has consistently ranked on the Forbes list of highest earning models. [76] In November 2017, Kerr announced she was expecting her second child (her first with Spiegel). [69] In October 2013, Kerr and Bloom announced that they had separated several months earlier, and intend to end their marriage. 9 with estimated earnings of USD$3 million. In March, Kerr opened and closed for Sonia Rykiel at Fall/Winter Paris Fashion Week.