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| Chrissy Teigen | |
|---|---|
| Name | Christina "Chrissy" Teigen |
| Birth date | June 30, 1985 |
| Birth place | Delta, Utah, U.S. |
| Occupation | Model, television personality, author, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Spouse | John Legend (m. 2013) |
Chrissy Teigen
Christina "Chrissy" Teigen is an American model, television personality, cookbook author, and entrepreneur known for her modeling work, media appearances, culinary publications, and outspoken social media presence. She rose to prominence through commercial modeling and sports-related publications, later expanding into television, cookbook writing, and food-focused businesses while remaining a prominent figure in popular culture.
Teigen was born in Delta, Utah, and raised in a family with Norwegian and Thai heritage, with early life connections to Salt Lake City, Utah and Dayton, Nevada. Her mother, of Thai descent, and her father, of Norwegian ancestry, influenced her multicultural background during formative years in western United States communities such as Seattle, Washington-area suburbs and rural Utah towns. She attended local schools before entering modeling opportunities that led her to work in major markets including Los Angeles, New York City, and international fashion centers like Milan and Tokyo. Early career moves connected her with photographers and agencies who had previously worked with figures associated with brands and publications operating in the American music industry and sports broadcasting sectors.
Teigen's modeling career began after being discovered for commercial shoots and editorial work, leading to appearances in major magazines associated with entertainment and sports media such as Sports Illustrated, where she participated in the annual swimsuit issues that have featured models, athletes, and entertainers like Tyra Banks, Heidi Klum, and Kate Upton. Her modeling assignments included collaborations with advertising campaigns tied to brands and retailers with histories of working with personalities like Christie Brinkley and Olivia Culpo. Transitioning to television, she served as a correspondent and co-host on programs and networks in the vein of E! Entertainment Television, daytime talk formats similar to The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and competition franchises akin to RuPaul's Drag Race guest appearances. She has also collaborated with musicians and performers from the Grammy Awards circuit, participating in televised events and award-related programming alongside artists and presenters.
Teigen expanded into culinary authorship with cookbooks that combine family recipes and contemporary American dining influences, joining a roster of celebrity authors who have appeared on bestseller lists alongside figures such as Ina Garten, Rachael Ray, and Martha Stewart. Her published works emphasize approachable recipes drawing on Thai heritage and American comfort food traditions, intersecting with culinary media outlets and personalities from institutions such as cooking networks and food festivals where chefs like David Chang and Gordon Ramsay have been featured. She has hosted and appeared on food-focused television segments connected to channels and programs in the vein of Food Network specials, collaborated with culinary product lines distributed through retailers comparable to Williams-Sonoma, and participated in cookbook tours and pop-up dining events in cities including Los Angeles, New York City, and international culinary centers.
Teigen is known for an outspoken and candid social media presence across platforms that have served as communication hubs for public figures such as Oprah Winfrey, Kim Kardashian, and Kanye West. Her activity engages with trending cultural conversations, celebrity peers from the Hollywood ecosystem, and journalists from outlets like The New York Times, Vogue, and Rolling Stone. This digital persona has involved real-time interactions during high-profile events including award shows like the Academy Awards and televised music events such as the MTV Video Music Awards, where public commentary by celebrities often draws widespread attention.
Teigen married singer and songwriter John Legend, an artist prominent in the Grammy Awards and connected to collaborators across the music industry, in a relationship celebrated by media outlets and attended by peers from entertainment circles including actors and musicians who have appeared at celebrity weddings and charity galas. The couple has children and maintains residences in major cultural centers such as Los Angeles and New York City, frequently appearing at industry events, fundraisers, and award ceremonies alongside other high-profile couples and public figures.
Teigen has participated in charitable initiatives and advocacy efforts alongside organizations and campaigns tied to humanitarian, health, and arts institutions similar to foundations and nonprofits that have partnered with celebrities like Bono, Angelina Jolie, and George Clooney. Her public commentary and social media exchanges have occasionally resulted in controversies involving heated interactions with journalists, comedians, and other public figures, prompting public discussion in outlets such as The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and CNN. She has responded to criticism by engaging in public apologies and participating in philanthropic projects and public-service-oriented collaborations with healthcare and advocacy groups.
Teigen's work in modeling, media, and publishing has earned recognition and listings in popular culture roundups and bestseller lists alongside entertainment and culinary figures honored by institutions like the Publishers Weekly lists and media awards that acknowledge celebrity influence and bestselling authors. Her public profile has been noted in lists produced by lifestyle and entertainment publications including People (magazine), GQ, and Forbes-style features that track celebrity branding and entrepreneurial activity.
Category:American models Category:American cookbook writers Category:Living people