Modelling is a tough industry that keeps the people involved on their toes. But it can be highly rewarding too. If one is able to grab enough exposure and a few great deals, the industry will make you super rich. There are even rags to riches stories in this industry. Here, take a look at the 15 highest paid models in the world 2021.
The top 15 Highest Paid Models of 2021:
15. Karlie Kloss: $13 million
American fashion model and entrepreneur. Karlie Kloss, whose revenue is estimated at $13 million, arrives at number 15. Kloss, one of America’s most beautiful model was a Victoria’s Secret Angel from 2011 to 2014. She is one of the most beautiful model in America.
14. Alessandra Ambrosio – $16 million
Alessandra Corine Ambrósio is a Brazilian model and actress. Ambrpsio had started taking modelling class at the age of 12 y/o. She rose to fame when she was just 14 y/o. Ambrosio gained recognition after 1996 Elite Model Look national competition.
She has appeared in numerous international magazine covers and in advertisements for eminent brands. So this is also highest paid model in 2021.
13. Miranda Kerr – $17 million
Australian best super model retains high paying contracts with Wonderba and Escada fragrance. The 34-years-old also has a cosmatic line, Kora Organics, and a series of china and glassware with Royal Albert. Highest paid model of 2021.
Miranda was the first Australian to participate in the Victoria’s Secret campaign in 2007. Kerr began modelling when she was 13. Kerr is the author of a self-help book. And she had her own brand of organic skincare products called KORA Organics. She’s also ranked one of the most desirable women list. Highly paid model of 2021.
12. Doutzen Kroes: $17 million
At number 12 of the highest paid models of 2021 is Doutzen Kroes – A Dutch model and actress. Kroes currently works with L’Oréal and has featured on the covers of Time, Seventeen, Marie Claire, Glamour, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, W, Elle, Dazed & Confused, Avantgarde, and Numéro. Kroes is also a former Victoria’s Secret Angel. She actively supports international initiative Dance4life.
11. Candice Swanepoel – $18 million
South African Angel balances the time constraints of a sizeable Victoria Secret contract with both Biotherm and Maxfactor contracts. Though she now earn millions from endorsements, she’s now world’s highest paid models.
She was spotted by a model scout at 15. She has appeared in numerous covers of Elle, GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, i-D, Lush etc. Today she is best known for modelling for a Victoria’s Secret Angel since 2010. Swanepoel actively supports the charity Mother2Mother that works towards eradicating HIV from the lives of mothers and children in Africa. She’s ranked one of the most beautiful women of the year.
10. Liu Wen – $18 million
The Chinese fashion model, Liu Wen has the face and the body. Her steady contracts with Estee Lauder and high end clothing brand La Perla make her one of the world’s highest paid models. She is the first model of East Asian descent to walk the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Catch her on Instagram here “@liuwenlw“.
9. Joan Smalls: $19 million
A runway expert, the Puerto Rican star walks in more shows than her fellow list members, and still finds time to shoot campaigns for Estee Lauder, Moschino fragrances and more. She is currently earning $19 million.
8. Bella Hadid: $19 million
The youngest member of the list of highest paid models. The 22-year-old Hadid is the face of Dior beauty, Bulgari and Tag Heuer. Ads are still standard fare—but increasingly, posts to her 21.7 million Instagram followers are what brands now find more valuable.
7. Gigi Hadid: $20 million
At the tender age of 22, Gigi has became one of the highest paid models with an estimated earning of $20 million. Her ascendance on the list is partly owing to deals with Maybelline, Tommy Hilfiger, BMW, and Topshop. Ranked amongst Top 50 Models at Models.com. In addition, she was named “International Model of the Year” by the British Fashion Council.
6. Cara Delevingne: $31 million
Perhaps something of a surprise. At number 6 of the 10 highest paid models of 2021 is Cara Jocelyn Delevingne. She’s currently focusing on her film work, but, still immensely popular in modeling industry. With a dedicated Instagram following of 34 million, making her one of the most popular, if not the biggest earner this year.
Delevingne is a fashion supermodel, actress and singer. She made her modelling debut at age ten then in 2009, after leaving school, Delevingne signed with Storm Model Management. She has acted in films like Anna Karenina (2012), Paper Towns (2015) and Suicide Squad (2016). Among AskMen’s ‘Most Desirable Women’, Delevingne ranked 13th.
5. Adriana Lima – $31 million
The longest-running angel in Victoria Secret history, Brazilian super model comes fifth amongst highest paid models of 2021. Since 2000, Lima has been a spokes model for Maybelline cosmetics and of Super Bowl and Kia Motors commercials from 2003 to 2009. She is best known as Victoria’s Secret Angel.
Lima began thinking about modelling when she won a beauty pageant in elementary school. Then at the age of 15. Next she moved to New York City and signed with Elite Model Management from where her career just took off.
4. Rosie Huntington-Whitely: $32 million
One of the most glamorous English model, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley comes at number 4 in our list. Earning a cool $32 million is home-grown talent. A royalty cut her own series of lingerie, make-up and fragrances lines for department store Marks & Spencers account for the majority newcomer, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Follow her on Instagram @rosiehw.
3. Gisele Bundchen: $35 million
Although retired, Gisele Bundchen once again reigns top amongst the highest paid models. All hail the reigning Queen of wealthy supermodels. For over ten years Gisele has presided over the top of the list.
Gisele Caroline Bündchen is a model, actress, and producer from Brazil. Bündchen began her rise as a model in the 90s. By 1999, she is credited with ending the “heroin chic” era of modelling. Sometimes called the only remaining true supermodel today. Bündchen has for long been associated with many charities like; Doctors without Borders and Save the Children, Red Cross.
2. Chrissy Teigen: $39 million
Thanks to her giant social media presence, the former Sports Illustrated cover star has branched out beyond modeling into a line of cookware, a second cookbook and hosting television show Lip Sync Battle.
1. Kendall Jenner: $40 million
One of the most beautiful girls in the world right now. Kendall comes at number 1 amongst the world’s highest paid models. Her ‘ ballet skills ‘ may have recently come under fire but hey, Kendall has netted herself $40 million during last year. We doubt she’s bothered about the haters. She’s one of the most followed girl on Instagram. Check her @kendalljenner
So these are most paid and beautiful actress in the word! Which one is the actress that do you like?
