Chrissy Teigen

Chrissy Teigen is a model, television personality, author, and entrepreneur known for her charismatic presence both on and off the runway. At 18, she was discovered by a photographer while working in a surf shop, and her breakthrough came in 2010 when she appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. In 2014, she earned a coveted spot on the magazine’s 50th-anniversary cover alongside models Nina Agdal and Lily Aldridge, marking her successful tenure with the magazine until 2018.

Teigen’s vibrant personality and witty sense of humor gained her recognition in television. She became a television fixture as a co-host on "Lip Sync Battle" alongside LL Cool J from 2015 to 2019. Further expanding her television portfolio, she was a judge on the comedy competition series "Bring the Funny" in 2019 and starred in "Chrissy's Court," a courtroom-style series that debuted on Quibi in April 2020 and later moved to The Roku Channel. Her relatable social media presence, particularly on Twitter and Instagram, has garnered her millions of followers who enjoy her candid and often humorous posts about everyday life, motherhood, and pop culture.

In addition to her television career, Teigen is a best-selling author and accomplished cook. Her debut cookbook, "Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat," became a New York Times bestseller. This success led to a sequel, "Cravings: Hungry for More," and her third cookbook, "Cravings: All Together." Further, she launched her cooking website, "Cravings by Chrissy Teigen," showcasing her passion for food and home cooking and sharing restaurant and entertaining tips.

Apart from her professional pursuits, Teigen has been vocal about her stand on various social issues including feminism, immigrants' rights, and gun control. She and her husband, musician John Legend, have supported various causes, including women's rights, racial justice, and education. Notably, she has made significant donations to organizations like Planned Parenthood and March for Our Lives, and publicly supported politicians such as Elizabeth Warren and Joe Biden during their presidential campaigns.

Teigen’s openness about her personal struggles, including her experiences with pregnancy loss and mental health, has further endeared her to fans, making her one of the most relatable and influential figures in entertainment today. Her influence was recognized when she was included on Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2019.