Karlie Kloss

As an American supermodel, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Karlie Kloss has made significant contributions to the fashion industry and beyond. Discovered at a young age, she quickly rose to prominence, showcasing her talents on runways for major fashion houses such as Chanel, Dior, and Alexander McQueen. She has also appeared on the covers of international editions of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Elle more than 40 times. From 2013 to 2015, she served as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, enhancing her status as a top model. She left Victoria's Secret in 2015 to pursue her studies at New York University, driven by concerns about the brand's messaging to young women.

Beyond modeling, Kloss is renowned for her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to empowering young women. In 2015, she founded Kode with Klossy, a nonprofit that offers free coding camps and scholarships to girls aged 13-18, aiming to boost their involvement in computer science and technology. Since its inception, Kode with Klossy has expanded to 50 camps across 25 US cities. Kloss's dedication to education and technology highlights her belief in preparing the next generation with essential skills for the digital era. She also ventured into digital media, launching her YouTube channel, Klossy, in July 2015.

Kloss has explored various business avenues, including her roles as an investor and advisor for tech startups, and is co-founder of Klossies, a brand offering vegan and gluten-free cookies with proceeds supporting charitable causes. Her influence extends through collaborations with brands such as Adidas, Express, Swarovski, and Estée Lauder. In recent developments, she acquired and assumed the role of chief executive officer of the British fashion magazine i-D in November 2023 and revived Life magazine for print and digital distribution in March 2024 with her husband. Her engagements in high-profile fashion campaigns include work with Dior, Prada, Versace, and Gucci. Additionally, Kloss has contributed to television by serving as a correspondent on the Netflix series "Bill Nye Saves the World" in April 2017, narrating the second season of Netflix's "Explained," and hosting the reality competition series "Project Runway" since 2019.

Kloss has also made notable appearances in popular culture, including her portrayal of "Knockout" in the music video for Taylor Swift's song "Bad Blood." As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, she actively supports causes such as LGBTQ+ rights, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Recognized by TIME magazine as one of the "100 Most Influential People," Kloss continues to inspire change, encouraging young women to pursue their passions, challenge stereotypes, and redefine modern womanhood.