Miranda Kerr facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Miranda Kerr
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Miranda May Kerr
20 April 1983 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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| Occupation | Model |
| Years active | 1997–present |
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| Children | 4 |
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| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Eye colour | Blue |
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Miranda May Kerr (born April 20, 1983) is an Australian model and businesswoman. She became famous worldwide in 2007 as one of the Victoria's Secret Angels. Kerr was the first Australian model to become a Victoria's Secret Angel. She also represented the Australian department store David Jones.
Besides modeling, Kerr started her own brand of organic skincare products called KORA Organics. She has also written a book to help teenagers feel more confident. She started her modeling career at age 13 after winning a contest. Since 2008, she has often been on the Forbes list of the world's highest-paid models.
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Early Life
Miranda Kerr was born in Sydney, Australia, and grew up in the small town of Gunnedah, New South Wales. Her parents are Therese and John Kerr. She has a younger brother named Matthew.
Growing up, Kerr enjoyed life in the countryside. She raced motorbikes and rode horses on her grandmother's farm. She said this life was "very grounding," meaning it helped her stay down-to-earth. When she was a teenager, she was an exchange student in Virginia in the United States.
Later, her family moved to Brisbane, a large city in Queensland. This was a big change for Kerr and her brother. She graduated from All Hallows' School in 2000. Before she started modeling full-time, she studied nutrition and health.
Modeling Career
How It All Started
When she was 13, Kerr won a model search contest for Dolly magazine in 1997. She was flown to Sydney for a photoshoot. Her win caused some debate because people were concerned about her being so young in the fashion industry. Kerr said the magazine was for teenage girls and that she was fully clothed for the photoshoot.
After winning the contest, Kerr signed with a modeling agency in Sydney. She became well-known after appearing in ads for the Australian surf brand Billabong. She also modeled for other surf and swimwear brands like Roxy and Seafolly.
After success in Australia and Japan, Kerr moved to New York City. There, she signed with Next Management and began appearing in many fashion shows in 2004. She modeled for famous brands like Levi's, Betsey Johnson, and Roberto Cavalli. She also appeared in magazines like Elle Girl and Vogue Australia. Her career grew even more when she signed a contract with the makeup brand Maybelline New York.
Victoria's Secret and High Fashion
In 2007, Kerr became the first Australian Victoria's Secret Angel. This was a major step in her career, and she joined other famous models like Adriana Lima and Heidi Klum. She also became the face of the fashion store Arden B. and appeared in an episode of the TV show How I Met Your Mother with other Angels.
By 2008, Kerr was one of the top-earning models in the world. She became the face of the Clinique Happy perfume and the Australian department store David Jones.
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In 2009, she launched her own skincare company, KORA Organics. The products are all organic. That same year, she wrote a self-help book called Treasure Yourself, which was aimed at teenage girls.
Her career in high fashion (the most expensive and fashionable clothing) took off in 2010. She walked in a fashion show for the famous brand Balenciaga. This led to more high-fashion work, including shows for Prada and an appearance on the cover of Italian Vogue.
In 2011, just two months after having her first child, she walked the runway for Balenciaga at Paris Fashion Week. Later that year, she was chosen to wear the famous Victoria's Secret Fantasy Treasure Bra, which was worth $2.5 million.
Continued Success
By 2013, Kerr was one of the highest-paid models in the world, earning over $7 million that year according to Forbes. She became the face of the crystal company Swarovski and the clothing brands H&M and Mango.
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Over the next few years, she continued to work with major brands. She appeared in campaigns for Reebok and Wonderbra. In 2015, she designed her own jewelry line with Swarovski. She said she wanted the jewelry to be "delicate and have meaning."
In 2016, Kerr was a guest mentor on the TV show Australia's Next Top Model. She also appeared in a Givenchy campaign with other famous models. In 2017, she was in a commercial for Buick cars that aired during the Super Bowl.
Personal Life
From 2003 to 2007, Kerr dated Jay Lyon, the singer of the band Tamarama. She even appeared in one of their music videos.
In late 2007, she began dating English actor Orlando Bloom. They got engaged in June 2010 and married one month later. In January 2011, they had a son together. The couple announced their separation in October 2013. They remain good friends and co-parent their son.
In 2015, Kerr started dating Evan Spiegel, the co-founder and CEO of Snapchat. They announced their engagement in July 2016 and were married in May 2017. Kerr wore a beautiful Dior wedding dress inspired by the one worn by actress Grace Kelly. Together, they have three sons, born in May 2018, October 2019, and February 2024.
Beliefs
Kerr has said that she is Christian and spiritual. She told a newspaper, "I pray every day. I meditate every day and I do yoga." She explained that her grandmother taught her to pray and to be grateful for things in her life. She credits meditation and prayer with helping her handle challenges.
Film and Television Appearances
Besides modeling, Kerr has made a few appearances on screen. In 2007, she played herself in an episode of the popular TV show How I Met Your Mother.
She has also been a guest judge on the reality shows Project Runway All Stars and Project Runway Australia in 2012. In 2016, she returned to television as a guest mentor on Australia's Next Top Model.
See also
In Spanish: Miranda Kerr para niños
