Kendall Jenner's Full Biography
Kendall Jenner's modeling career skyrocketed after her appearance in a Forever 21 advertisement, leading her to grace prestigious runways and feature in renowned fashion magazines. With her exceptional talent and stunning looks, she has effortlessly become one of the most coveted and well-compensated models in the industry.
Not only is Jenner highly influential in the world of fashion e-commerce, but she also possesses remarkable social media prowess, just like her siblings. Moreover, she has successfully ventured into launching her own clothing, accessory, and cosmetic lines, further solidifying her position as a multifaceted entrepreneur.
Early Life
Kendall Nicole Jenner, born on November 3, 1995, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, hails from a remarkable lineage. With her parents being none other than the renowned Kris Jenner and the esteemed Olympic champion Bruce Jenner, her family background is nothing short of extraordinary.
A significant turning point in Kendall's life occurred when her father courageously revealed her true identity as Caitlyn Jenner in 2015. Furthermore, it is worth noting that her middle name pays tribute to her mother's dear friend, Nicole Brown Simpson, whose tragic demise shook the world back in 1994.
With her younger sister Kylie, as well as Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, and Rob, four half-siblings from her mother's first marriage to defense lawyer Robert Kardashian, Jenner grew up in an affluent Los Angeles suburb. Burt and Cassandra, two half-siblings from her father's first marriage, and Brandon and Brody, two half-brothers from his second marriage, round out her extended family.
In 2007, Jenner first made an appearance alongside her family on the well-known reality series Keeping Up with the Kardashians.
Career
Jenner started her career in the fashion industry when she was only 14 years old. Her mother signed her up with the Wilhelmina Models modeling agency, and she did fashion shoots for the popular clothing chain Forever 21. After having a photo published in Teen Vogue and being featured in various advertising campaigns for well-known brands, mainly in Australia, she was presented with more work opportunities.
Subsequently, Jenner has made multiple appearances in sophisticated fashion campaigns and runway shows, regularly showcasing the creations of renowned designers like Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Givenchy, and Dolce & Gabbana, among many others. By the end of 2014, the emerging model had established herself as the freshest sensation on the scene.
Despite her numerous achievements in prestigious runway shows and photo spreads for renowned magazines like Harper's Bazaar, GQ, and Vogue, it is evident that Jenner's streak of success has not ceased. Not only was she honored with the Teen Choice Award for Favorite Model in both 2015 and 2016, but she also secured a spot on Forbes' prestigious list of highest-paid models. Impressively, Jenner managed to clinch the top spot on this coveted list in both 2017 and 2018.
Jenner has tried her hand at acting, making appearances on the television show Hawaii Five-O in 2012 and in the movie Ocean's 8 in 2018. She has also appeared in music videos. In addition to this, she has established herself as a fixture at award shows such as the 2016 MTV Movie Awards and has emerged as a formidable force on social media, joining her sisters as one of the individuals with the most followers on Instagram.
Business Ventures
In addition to her successful modeling career, Kendall Jenner has ventured into various other industries. She has dabbled in the nail polish and jewelry business and even collaborated with her sister Kylie to create a clothing line available at the popular retailer Topshop.
Furthermore, she has expanded her brand to include footwear and handbags, which are sold under the Madden Girl collection at Steve Madden. Adding to her impressive repertoire, Kendall became the face of Estée Lauder's make-up line in 2016.
Personal Life
Kendall Jenner is not married, but she has dated some top celebs! Harry Styles, Nick Jonas, Jordan Clarkson, A$AP Rocky, Blake Griffin, and Ben Simmons.
Her more notable relationship was with Devon Booker who plays for the Phoenix Suns. The two were very tight and displayed a loving relationship. Unfortunately, Booker and Jenner called it quits in 2022 after two years together.
Kendall is currently dating Bad Bunny as of March 2023.
Net Worth
With her modeling career, sponsorships, and role in Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Kendall Jenner has a net worth of $60 million.
Activism
Kendall Jenner uses her celebrity to raise awareness for mental health and gun control.
Controversy
Jenner, whose Kardashian-reality television roots have always put her on the precipice of controversy, was singled out and publicly mocked in April 2017 for her leading role in the Pepsi ad campaign "Live For Now," in which she used the soda to bridge the gap between police and protesters.
After receiving criticism for trivializing the Black Lives Matter movement, the advertisement was pulled from the air just one day after it first aired.
According to reports, Jenner was "devastated" by the criticism, but she was unable to make a public statement about it because of her contract with Pepsi.
