Karlie Kloss

Karlie Kloss is an American supermodel, entrepreneur, and technology advocate who has built a career that extends far beyond the runway. Born on August 3, 1992, in Chicago, Illinois, and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Karlie was discovered at a local charity fashion show at age 13. By 15, she was walking in major fashion weeks, and she quickly rose to become one of the most in-demand models of her generation.

Karlie became a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2013 and has graced the covers of virtually every major fashion magazine, including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and W Magazine. She has worked with top designers including Chanel, Dior, Versace, and Oscar de la Renta. Her combination of classic beauty, athletic build at 6’2, and sharp business mind set her apart in the competitive modeling world. At her peak, she was one of the highest-paid models in the world.

What distinguishes Karlie from many of her peers is her commitment to education and technology. She founded Kode With Klossy in 2015, a nonprofit organization that provides free coding camps for young women. The program has reached thousands of girls and aims to close the gender gap in technology. Karlie herself studied at New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study and has invested in numerous tech startups, positioning herself at the intersection of fashion and technology.

Karlie married Joshua Kushner, a venture capitalist and founder of Thrive Capital, in 2018. The couple has built a combined fortune through their respective careers in fashion, media, and venture capital. They have a son born in 2021. Karlie continues to model selectively while focusing on her entrepreneurial ventures, investments, and advocacy work. Her social media presence, with millions of followers across platforms, makes her one of the most influential figures bridging the worlds of fashion, technology, and philanthropy.