Behati Prinsloo
Behati Prinsloo is a Namibian model renowned for her work with Victoria’s Secret. She became a Pink contract model in 2008 and was promoted to a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2009. Prinsloo has walked in ten Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows from 2007 to 2015 and in 2018, and she notably opened consecutive shows in 2014 and 2015. Born in Grootfontein, Namibia, Prinsloo has modeled for fashion brands Shiatzy Chen, Chanel, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Zac Posen, Alexander McQueen, MaxMara, Lacoste, Givenchy, Versace, Karl Lagerfeld, Missoni, Jeremy Scott, Dolce & Gabbana, and Miu Miu.
Prinsloo’s modeling career began when she was discovered while vacationing in Cape Town with her grandparents. She debuted as a Prada/Miu Miu Exclusive and was soon photographed for major campaigns by renowned photographers. Prinsloo has walked for high-profile designers like Alexander Wang, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu, and Versace, and has graced the covers of various international Vogue editions and other major fashion magazines.
Throughout her career, Behati Prinsloo has collaborated with influential figures in the fashion industry, enhancing her prominence as a model. She has worked with photographers Mario Testino and Juergen Teller, capturing her in various high-profile campaigns. Her collaborations with designers like Marc Jacobs and Alexander Wang have been significant, featuring her in key fashion shows and advertisements. Additionally, Prinsloo’s work with Ed Razek at Victoria’s Secret has been pivotal, contributing to her rise as a Victoria’s Secret Angel. She is married to Maroon5 lead singer Adam Levine.
Prinsloo’s achievements in the fashion industry have been recognized by Models.com, which lists her among ‘The Top Sexiest Models’ and ‘The Money Girls’. Her appearances in music videos and television, including a cameo in a T by Alexander Wang campaign and roles in Maroon 5’s music videos, have broadened her appeal beyond the fashion world. Prinsloo’s charitable work, particularly following the 2010 Haiti earthquake, highlights her commitment to humanitarian causes.