F the top fashion models in sportning icon năm 2024

Male models have long shared the spotlight with the likes of supers including Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, but unlike their female counterparts, few have become household names.

Nội dung chính Show

Noah Mills
Lucky Blue Smith
Alex Lundqvist
Tyson Beckford
Fabio Lanzoni
Marcus Schenkenberg
Who is the biggest fashion icon of all time?
Who is the greatest female athlete of all time?
Who was the greatest athlete in history?
What is the drippiest sport?

These men, however, have managed to break into the mainstream, appearing in iconic ad campaigns, strutting down runways worldwide and spinning their modeling careers into jobs in acting, wellness and more.

In no particular order, here are the most-searched faces in male modeling.

Noah Mills

Penske Media via Getty Images

Career highlights: Signed a contract with Dolce & Gabbana in 2005, subsequently fronting several campaigns for the Italian label. Walked in numerous Versace shows. Appeared in the music video for Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.”
How he was discovered: Mills was scouted in Vancouver, Canada, while he was in college.
Where is he now?: In 2021, Mills joined the cast of CBS’ “NCIS Hawai’i.”

Lucky Blue Smith

Lucky Blue Smith in 2016. Penske Media via Getty Images

Career highlights: Featured in ad campaigns for Philipp Plein and Tom Ford. Appeared on the covers of GQ, V and Harper’s Bazaar.
How he was discovered: Smith and his three sisters were simultaneously scouted in their home state of Utah. Smith was just 10 years old at the time.
Where is he now?: In 2022, Smith welcomed his second child with model Nara Pellman.

Alex Lundqvist

Alex Lundqvist in 1997. Penske Media via Getty Images

Career highlights: Fronted major campaigns for Versace and Guess. Appeared alongside Amber Valletta in Oliver Peoples’ 30th anniversary campaign, which was photographed by Peter Lindbergh.
Awards: Named a top male model by L’Uomo Vogue in 1995.
How he was discovered: In the 1990s, Lundqvist signed to Wilhelmina after being discovered by photographer Bruce Weber.
Where is he now?: Lundqvist is a real estate agent with Douglas Elliman.

Tyson Beckford

Tyson Beckford in 1995. Penske Media via Getty Images

Career highlights: Led several campaigns for Ralph Lauren. Appeared in the music video for Britney Spears’ “Toxic.” Played himself in 2001’s “Zoolander.”
Awards: Named “Male Model of the Year” at the 1995 VH1 Vogue Fashion Awards.
How he was discovered: In 1992, Beckford was discovered by an editor at The Source, a hip-hop magazine, while sitting in Manhattan’s Washington Square Park.
Where is he now?: Beckford currently resides in Miami.

Fabio Lanzoni

Fabio in 1993. Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Career highlights: Appeared on covers of hundreds of romance novels.
How he was discovered: At age 14, Lanzoni was approached by Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani while exercising in a Milan gym.
Where is he now? In 2021, Lanzoni launched a men’s skin care and hair care line called Aston James.

Marcus Schenkenberg

Marcus Schenkenberg walks the runway at the eight annual Dressed to Kilt fashion show on April 5, 2010, in New York City.

Global tennis icon Venus Williams has been given her own Barbie doll in a new range that champions female athletes and encourages young girls to follow in their sporting footsteps.

Nine female sports stars were chosen for the Role Model lineup, which has been launched by Mattel as part of Barbie's 65th anniversary celebrations.

As well as four-time Olympic gold medal winner Venus Williams, the range also honours paratriathlete and doctor Susana Rodriguez, as well as Man City WFC star Mary Fowler among other sports icons.

Williams' doll shows the tennis star wearing a white terry cloth halter dress, a white visor and lace-up trainers - as well as some statement gold earrings as a nod to the tennis star's love of jewellery.

The new doll also comes with a tennis ball and removable tennis racket, with movable limbs so she can strike various athletic poses.

Venus Williams said she is 'honored to be recognised as a sports role model and join forces with Team Barbie'

Williams' doll shows the tennis star wearing a white terry cloth halter dress, a white visor and lace-up white trainers - as well as some statement gold earrings

The new lineup of sporty Barbie dolls includes (L-R) Italian Swimmer Federica Pellegrini, Spanish Paratriathlete Susana Rodriguez, French Boxer Estelle Mossely and Polish Sprinter Ewa Swoboda

Williams' doll comes with a tennis ball and removable tennis racquet, with movable limbs so she can strike various athletic poses

The sportswoman-inspired range from Mattel aims to highlight role models within the industry and empower young women to reach their potential - a mission that resonates with Williams.

'Throughout my career, I've always been driven by the idea of shattering glass ceilings and staying true to myself, and Barbie's mission couldn't resonate more deeply with that ethos,' the tennis star said.

'I'm honoured to be recognised as a sports role model and join forces with Team Barbie to continue empowering the next generation of young girls to never stop believing in their dreams.'

Williams is in good company in the new Barbie range, with eight other powerhouse athletes immortalised in doll form.

Spanish paratriathlon athlete Susana Rodriguez is also in the lineup, earning a spot for her barrier-breaking achievements in sport.

Rodriguez was born with albinism and began running at age 10, going on to become a record-breaking athlete. She also worked as a doctor on the front lines during the pandemic, earning her the cover of TIME magazine in 2021.

As well as four-time Olympic gold medal winner Venus Williams, the range also honours paratriathlete and doctor Susana Rodriguez

Man City star Mary Fowler has also been given her own Barbie in recognition of her achievements in football

The striker has become a key player for Australian national team the Matildas as well as Man City in the UK

'Being chosen as a Barbie Role Model is a source of pride for me,' Rodriguez explained.

'I hope that girls, when they see me and my Barbie together, see an example of someone who despite having certain challenges can achieve their goals through work, effort and above all self-belief.'

Man City star Mary Fowler has also been given her own Barbie in recognition of her achievements in football.

The striker has become a key player for Australian national team the Matildas as well as Man City in the UK, and was the youngest player to be selected for the FIFA World Cup in 2019 at just 16.

Fowler's doll comes complete with her trademark gloves, bubble braid hairstyle, football boots and a ball.

Fowler said of her relationship with sport: 'Sport has been important to me in terms of creating my sense of self. I think it has definitely shaped me into the person I am today.

Swimmer Federica Pellegrini from Italy won a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Boxer Estelle Mossely won gold medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics and has held the IBO female lightweight title since 2019

Ewa Swoboda from Poland is a three-time European Indoor Championships medallist in the 60 metres

'If I look back on my journey and I think about the moments when I really felt like I took a step forward in my growth as a person, they've all been from moments where I was challenged as an athlete.

She then continued: 'The advice I like to give to aspiring athletes is to not be afraid of making mistakes.'

The full lineup of new Role Model Barbie dolls includes soccer player Christine Sinclair (Canada), boxer Estelle Mossely (France), gymnasts Alexa Moreno (Mexico) and Rebeca Andrade (Brazil), swimmer Federica Pellegrini (Italy) and track and field sprinter Ewa Swoboda (Poland).

Senior Vice President of Barbie and Mattel's Global Head of Dolls, Krista Berger, said: 'Barbie is thrilled to continue the brand's 65th-anniversary celebration by recognising the impact of sport in fostering self-confidence and ambition among the next generation.

'The sports one-of-a-kind role model dolls serve as an embodiment of our shared values of passion, empowerment and individuality.

'By shining a light on these inspirational athletes and their stories, we hope to champion the belief that every young girl deserves the opportunity to pursue her passions and turn her dreams into reality.'