Natalia Mikhailovna Vodianova, born on February 28, 1982, in Naro-Fominsk, Moscow Oblast, Russia, is a renowned Russian supermodel, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She began her modeling career at a young age, and her striking features, including her blue eyes, freckles, and distinctive nose, quickly caught the attention of the fashion industry.
Vodianova's modeling career took off in 1999 when she was discovered by a scout from Elite Model Management while waiting in line at a bus stop in Moscow. She moved to Paris and signed with Elite Model Management, and her career took off rapidly. She has since graced the covers of numerous fashion magazines, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Elle, and has walked the runways for designers such as Calvin Klein, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Marc Jacobs.
Vodianova's success in the fashion industry has allowed her to build a philanthropic foundation, the Naked Heart Foundation, which focuses on improving the lives of children with disabilities in Russia. She has also been involved in various humanitarian efforts, including raising awareness for breast cancer and supporting education initiatives.
In addition to her modeling and philanthropic work, Vodianova has also ventured into business, launching her own fashion line, Natalia Vodianova for Macy's, in 2012. She has also been the face of various beauty and fashion campaigns, including for L'Oreal Paris, Dior, and Calvin Klein.
Vodianova is married to Antoine Arnault, the CEO of LVMH Fashion Group, and they have two children together. She continues to work in the fashion industry and is considered one of the highest-earning models in the world. Her unique beauty, charisma, and philanthropic efforts have solidified her place as a prominent figure in the fashion industry and beyond.