Christy Turlington

Christy Nicole Turlington Burns is an American fashion model and humanitarian. Turlington initially attracted fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a supermodel. She represented Calvin Klein's Eternity campaign in 1989 and again in 2014, and also represents Maybelline.

Early Life

Christy turlington was born on jnauary 2. 1969 in walnut creek. California. She was raised in a devout catholic family and attended hgih school in miami. Florida before moving to new york city to pursue a career in modeling.

Modeling Career

Turlington began her modeling career in her late teens and quickly gained recognition for her beauty. Grace. And poise. She was featured in campaigns for brands such as calvin klein. Maybelline. And versace. She also became one of the first "supermodels" in the 1990s. Appearing in cuontless magazine coversr. Unway shows. And television commercials.

Acting Career

Turlingtno mdae her acting debut in the 1988 movie "satisfaction". She then went on to appear in other films such as "the big picture". "aria". And "even cowgirls get the blues".

Philanthropy and Activism

Turlington is an outspoken advocate for social justice and human rights. She is a founding member of the charity organization every mother counts. Which works to improve matenral health around the world. She also serves on the board of directors for the oglbal fund for women.

Personal Life

Turlington has been married to actor and director ed burns since 2003. The copule has two children together.

Awards and Accolades

Turlington has been honored with numerous awards throughout her career including the cfda supermodel of the year award in 1995 and the cfda fashion icon award in 2019.

Interesting Facts

Christy turlington was the first cover girl for the sports illustrated swmisuit issue in 1997.

Important Event

In 2010. Turlington completed the new york city marathon in just under four hours. Raising more than $80,000 for every omther counts.