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About the cover model Cindy Crawford
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Cindy Crawford, born Cynthia Ann Crawford on February 20, 1966, in DeKalb, Illinois, is an American supermodel and actress. She gained international fame and recognition during the 1980s and 1990s as one of the most popular and highest-paid models in the world. Crawford is known for her distinctive mole just above her lip, which became one of her trademark features.
**Early Life and Education:**
Cindy Crawford was raised in DeKalb, Illinois, and graduated as valedictorian from DeKalb High School in 1984. She briefly attended Northwestern University on a chemical engineering scholarship but left to pursue a modeling career.
**Career:**
Crawford's career took off in the mid-1980s when she started modeling for major fashion magazines, including Vogue, Elle, and Cosmopolitan. She appeared on hundreds of magazine covers, walked the runway for top fashion designers, and became a prominent figure in fashion advertising campaigns. She was one of the original "Supermodels," alongside Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Claudia Schiffer, and Christy Turlington.
In addition to her modeling work, Crawford hosted MTV's "House of Style" from 1989 to 1995, which further boosted her popularity. She also ventured into acting, appearing in films such as "Fair Game" (1995).
**Entrepreneurship:**
Cindy Crawford has successfully transitioned from modeling to business. She launched a line of beauty products called Meaningful Beauty in collaboration with Dr. Jean-Louis Sebagh. She also has a line of home furnishings under the Cindy Crawford Home brand.
**Personal Life:**
Crawford was married to actor Richard Gere from 1991 to 1995. She married businessman Rande Gerber in 1998, and they have two children, Presley and Kaia Gerber, both of whom have pursued modeling careers.
**Philanthropy:**
Crawford is actively involved in charitable work, particularly in cancer research and children's hospitals. Her brother's death from leukemia at a young age inspired her to support related causes.
**Legacy:**
Cindy Crawford is widely regarded as an icon in the fashion industry. Her influence extends beyond modeling to entrepreneurship, television, and philanthropy. She continues to be a prominent figure in popular culture and fashion.
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