Only a few can provide for themselves for the rest of their lives and not get out of bed for less than $10,000. Forbes magazine has compiled a list of those who have succeeded.
1. Gisele Bundchen - $25 million
2. Heidi Klum – $16 million
Her career began in the early 90s, and within a few years she became one of the most beloved and recognizable models in the world. 19-year-old Heidi’s first contract was $300 thousand, but she, along with other models, got her moment thanks to the Victoria’s Secret brand. Her body is insured for $14 million, and at the annual Victoria's Secret parade she was given the honorable mission of displaying a diamond bra, which is estimated at $10–12.5 million.
Today, 35-year-old Klum, a mother of four children, is still in demand in the modeling business, but this does not stop her from pursuing a career as a TV star. As the host of Germany's Next Top Model, she earns $2.5 million by actively helping the show's winners find themselves in the fashion business and receiving an additional 20% of every contract her models sign. Her own contracts include Diet Coke, Volswagen, Mc'Donalds, LG and many others. She produces The Project Runway, for which she receives another $350 thousand.
From June 2005 to June 2009, she earned $16 million and easily pushed Kate Moss into second place.
3. Kate Moss – $9 million
4. Adriana Lima – $7.5 million
Her first show for Victoria's Secret took place in 1999, and since then she has firmly entered the ranks of the "angels", opening and closing shows in 2003, 2007 and 2008. In 2009, Lima launched a new cosmetic line from Christian Siriano for VS Makeup.
In addition to the contract with Victoria's Secret, she is the face of Maybelline and the Italian Telecom mobile. All of the above brought her $7.5 million and 4th place in the ranking.
5. Doutzen Kroes – $6 million
Another Victoria's Secret angel, Kroes has appeared on the covers of Time, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Seventeen, Elle, Marie Claire, Glamour, and many others.
In 2005, she was named "Model of the Year" by Vogue.com readers.
In 2007, her income was $1.5 million, which allowed Forbes to place her in 14th place in the world ranking of the top 15 highest paid supermodels.
But by May 2009, after contracts with L’Oreal and Calvin Klein Eternity, she occupied 5th place.
6. Alessandra Ambrosio – $5.5 million
This model, who became one of the most honorable angels of Victoria's Secret, began her collaboration with the company in 2001. During this time, she managed to “shine up” in almost all of the brand’s shows and became the face of the Pink lingerie line.
Having made her way into the world of high fashion, 28-year-old Alessandra Last year signed contracts with Louis Vuitton, Prada and Moschino.
7. Natalia Vodianova – $5.5 million
The Russian model is the object of envy and imitation of all aspiring fashion models who dream of making a career in the West.
Having signed her first contract at the age of 17, Natalia was named “The biggest sensation in the modeling world” by W Magazine just 2 years later.
We decided to collect in one selection 30 of the most famous models for more than 150 years of the existence of the modeling profession in the usual sense!
Denise Poiret
The wife of the famous couturier Paul Poiret was not just the wife of her husband, but also a real muse. Denise took an active and most direct part in the activities of the Poiret fashion house, acting as a model. Her images were copied by all the fashionistas of Paris, and in the 1910s Denise Poiret went down in history as the first model to participate in a fashion show.
Twiggy
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Twiggy became a superstar thanks to chance - her famous haircut was the result of an experiment by a popular London hairdresser in the 60s. Photos of Twiggy from his portfolio were accidentally seen by a Daily Express journalist, and this moment changed the life of the young British woman - covers of Vogue and Tatler, the title of “Person of the Year”, the release of Barbie Twiggy, filming, two Golden Globes and, of course, the title style icons.
Veruschka
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Hereditary aristocrat Vera von Lehndorff-Steinort did not want to spend her life at boring social events, so she moved to New York and changed her long name to the laconic Veruschka. The long-legged beauty with an alien appearance instantly became a star. In addition to modeling, Veruschka worked on the film stage (among other films, she starred in the cult “Blow-Up”) and in the arts, taking part in one of Salvador Dali’s performances.
Jerry Hall
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In the 70s, Jerry Hall starred completely naked in the infamous advertisement for Opium perfume from Yves Saint Laurent, turned the heads of all rock stars and married Mick Jagger.
Yasmine Le Bon
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Yasmin became a rising star in the modeling business under her maiden name Parvaneh and thanks to her profession she found the love of her life - the Duran Duran singer fell in love with his future wife after seeing her on the cover of a fashion magazine.
Elle Macpherson
It’s hard to imagine, but in her youth Elle Macpherson dreamed of becoming... a lawyer! But the world was lucky, and the beautiful blonde became one of the first supermodels. Elle's "official" nickname is "The Body". Why? Just look at the famous five covers of Sports Illustrated - none of the stars of the modeling business appeared there more often than McPherson.
Iman
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Iman’s modeling career would be the envy of any aspiring catwalk star - she was Saint Laurent’s muse, and such photography gurus as Richard Avedon, Helmut Newton and Annie Leibovitz considered it an honor to work with her.
Tyra Banks
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Today Tyra Banks is better known for her strange behavior and scandals, but in the 90s she was part of the era of top models. It’s impossible to list all of Tyra’s victories in one sentence - in her first season as a model, she appeared on the catwalk in 25(!) shows, then became the first black “angel” of Victoria’s Secret and on the covers of GQ and Sports Illustrated.
Naomi Campbell
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Once upon a time, the “black panther” conquered the fashion world instead of throwing phones at careless assistants, and conquered more than successfully: Campbell is one of the few supermodels of the 90s who still take part in Fashion Week shows.
Christy Turlington
Christy Turlington is “top” in everything. Among her achievements are shooting for more than 500 magazine covers, a million-dollar contract with Maybelline and the status of the most successful face of Calvin Klein in the history of the brand.
Cindy Crawford
Cindy planned to pursue a career in nuclear physics, but the portfolio she collected out of curiosity decided her fate, making her a star in the modeling business. Today, Cindy’s children are already trying themselves as models - son Presley and daughter Kaya, who have more than adopted their mother’s beauty.
Kate Moss
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Kate is unique in everything - her unconventional appearance and small height (170 cm) did not prevent her from becoming a superstar in the modeling business. The 2005 scandal involving paparazzi photographs of Kate using cocaine would have cost the career of any other model, regardless of the degree of stardom, but not Moss - she went to rehab and triumphantly returned to business two years later.
Linda Evangelista
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Linda acquired the self-explanatory nickname “Chameleon” in the 80s, which she received thanks to her amazing ability to change. Evangelista's professionalism and beauty made her the muse of Karl Lagerfeld and Gianni Versace.
Helena Christensen
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Since childhood, Christensen knew who she wanted to be and went towards her goal with direction - at the age of 19, Helena won the title of Miss Denmark, and in the 1990s she became one of the cohort of supermodels and one of Gianni Versace’s muses.
Claudia Schiffer
Claudia Schiffer received the title of “Brigitte Bardot of fashion” - the luxurious blonde has long been the embodiment of the dreams of men all over the world, representing brands such as L’Oréal, Guess, Opel, and alternately appearing on the covers of Rolling Stones and Vanity Fair.
Stella Tennant
Another aristocrat on our list, Stella became the first top model with a unisex appearance, capable of representing both women's and men's collections. Today she proudly bears the title of muse of the House of Chanel.
Nadya Auerman
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The platinum blonde with endless legs (by the way, these famous legs were even included in the Guinness Book of Records as the longest in the world!) visited all possible magazine covers and shows, earning the title of a modern Marlene Dietrich.
Eva Herzigova
The turning point in Eva’s career was the Wonderbra advertising campaign - in the photographs Herzigova posed in underwear, and the frame was accompanied by the inscription “Look into my eyes, I said - into my eyes!” The brand was forced to withdraw the campaign from billboards on the roads because it caused a noticeable increase in the number of accidents. Today, Eva actively acts in films and is considered one of best models-actresses
Carmen Kass
Estonian Carmen is one of Anna Wintour's favorite models, whose favor is very, very difficult to earn. And Cass's career began with the Chanel casting. By the way, Carmen Kass is not only beautiful, but also smart - the top model headed the Estonian Chess Federation!
Anya Rubik
Polish model Anya Rubik became one of the most famous catwalk models - the girl took part in shows of the most famous fashion houses. For three whole years, from 2009 to 2011, Anya participated in the Victoria’s Secret show, and in 2011 she appeared in the provocative Pirelli calendar.
Gisele Bundchen
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You will be surprised, but once upon a time Gisele had to spend a lot of time knocking on the threshold of various castings - the future supermodel was refused work because of her famous nose! But Bundchen did not despair and managed to break the system - after participating in the Alexander McQueen show, during which the fearless Gisele paraded across the wet floor in frighteningly huge heels, offers literally poured in for the Brazilian. Gisele set a real modeling record and became a fashion sensation, appearing on 10 Vogue covers in just four years! In 2009, Bundchen topped the list of the most highly paid models peace.
Daria Verbova
Daria became a star thanks not only to her hard work, but also to her unconventional appearance - it was her unusual and attractive face that ensured Verbova’s status as the face of Prada, after which the girl’s modeling career took off, bringing her the status of “Model No. 1” according to the New York Times.
Karlie Kloss
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Carly's career began at the age of 16 - and how it began! In her first season in 2008, the young model appeared on the catwalk in 64(!) shows, after which she became the muse of the outrageous John Galliano and the “angel” of Victoria’s Secret.
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Red-haired beauty Coco etched her name into fashion history by opening one of the Jean-Paul Gaultier shows by performing a traditional Irish dance. Interesting fact: Rosh has Russian roots, which the girl is very proud of!
Cara Delevingne
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Kara began her modeling career at the age of 10, and a decade later she became the new muse of Karl Lagerfeld and the House of Burberry. Delevingne recently stated,
“The beauty can afford everything!” – the great Moliere had no doubt. And the people of our era have elevated flexible bodies and beautiful faces to a cult. Not every enchantress manages to catch luck by the tail. But the richest models who managed to achieve a calling live better than some kings.
Russian models included in the top most expensive
Foreigners who have visited Russia are sure: there is no one in the world more beautiful than the local girls. And even a stubborn sheep will envy their perseverance on the path to the sweet life. It’s no wonder that domestic beauties became the stars of the fashion catwalk, standing next to Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell.Natalya Vodyanova
Every world tabloid described the ups and downs of life of the most famous Russian model. In order to earn food, a provincial girl from a dysfunctional family was forced to forget about her studies and sell fruit. Everything changed when Natalya Vodyanova auditioned for modeling agency and set off to conquer Moscow, and then the whole world. Her face, shining with purity and innocence, became a passport to the covers of Elle, Harper's Bazaar and Vogue magazines.Vodianova presented exclusive items from the stylish collections of Donna Karan and Valentino, Hermes and RalphLauren and introduced the public to the products of Chanel and Guerlain. The Russian style icon's annual earnings are more than $8 million. But even without that, Natalya is not in poverty: she recently replaced a British aristocrat with a billionaire from France.
Vlada Roslyakova
As a child on beautiful girl Passers-by turned around from Omsk. Her huge blue eyes and curved lips sank into the souls of adults and excited the blood of young people. Vlada Roslyakova, then still called Elena, did not even think about a modeling career. Fate came to her in the person of a representative of a famous agency, who convinced the Omsk Snow Maiden to walk along the catwalk. 
Very soon the girl’s life changed dramatically: she became popular in Tokyo and conquered Paris, Milan and London. Vlada’s unusual gait and unconventional appearance were appreciated by Nina Ricci, Moscino and Vera Wang, and French Vogue placed her at the top of the ranking of the best models of the 2000s. Now Roslyakova lives in New York, but does not give up hope of someday returning to her homeland.
Sasha Pivovarova
Another Russian diva, who managed to become part of the limited circle of the fashion elite, was previously an ordinary resident of the Russian capital. She studied history at university and was interested in painting. Sasha did not realize her attractiveness until she met her future husband, Igor Vishnyakov. The artist’s keen eye immediately discovered the zest in his beloved, and soon Pivovarova became the face of the next campaign of the Prada fashion house. The collaboration with the famous brand lasted six seasons: the “alien model” participated in all fashion shows of the brand.A couple of years later, the Muscovite found herself in a whirlwind of prestigious contracts: Giorgio Armani, Jean Paul Gaultier and Kenzo became interested in her. Although Sasha Pivovarova has become an icon of the fashion industry, she dreams of opening her own art gallery and devoting her life to art.
The British Daily Mail regularly publishes lists of the most successful beauties in the realm of fashion. Who, apart from our exquisite compatriots, made it onto the pages of the publication?
Rating of the richest models in the world
Dark natives South America and blond British women, black Madonnas and sultry American women - there is a merchant for every product.Christie Brinkley
When 60-year-old Christie Brinkley goes out into the world, envious whispers are heard around her. “She sold her soul for beauty and youth,” they sigh young girls and aging ladies. The fate of a pretty girl from Michigan was decided by a chance meeting. 
In 1973, photographer Errol Sawyer, having stumbled upon a young beauty, immediately realized that she would have a dizzying rise to the top of the modeling business. Christie has appeared on the covers of more than three hundred fashion publications and collaborated with Esquire and Vogue. She signed a record-breaking contract for advertising CoverGirl cosmetics and became a symbol of the success of Life magazine. Brinkley succeeded not only on the catwalk and under camera flashes: she acted in films, wrote and illustrated books. So, moving through life like a hurricane, forever young model became the owner of a fortune of 80 million dollars.
Naomi Campbell
From childhood, “Black Panther” was distinguished by a tough, principled character. Having set a goal for herself, the young daughter of an African ballerina did not retreat one step. Naomi's career began when she was barely 15. 
Following the employee of the Elite agency, the whole world appreciated the exotic attractiveness of the girl. Refined face Naomi Campbell looked from the covers of TIME, Elle and Vogue, and a luxurious naked body shone from the spreads of Interview. Smoothly gliding down the runway like a cat, Naomi Campbell showed off the latest from Dolce & Gabbana and Versace. She became a movie star and recorded a music album, hosted a reality show and participated in writing the novel “The Swan.” Now the black beauty, who has won the hearts of millionaires and silver screen stars, owns property worth more than $49 million.
Kate Moss
Don’t believe the rumors that claim that English women are all randomly boring and unattractive. A famous British woman refutes a stupid prejudice Kate Moss- beautiful, smart and one of the richest models on the planet. Lady Luck winked at the symbol of attractiveness in the most unexpected place - at the airport. Manager Sarah Douglas, who was looking for young talents, was not mistaken in her choice: Kate liked Calvin Klein, Burberry, and Dior. 
There is hardly a single luxury brand on Earth that has ignored the English enchantress. Even today, having crossed her fourth decade, Kate Moss is extremely popular. Her wealth is estimated by the tabloids at almost $79 million.
Is there really anyone more successful in the realm of glamor and bright lights?
The richest model in the world today
According to the most conservative estimates, the state Gisele Bundchen estimated at $151 million. A girl from a large family in Sao Paulo, covered in freckles, walked huge way from the skinny tomboy to the most successful fashion model on the planet. Last year alone, she earned over 42 million dollars, far ahead of her wonderful rivals. The bright Brazilian is talented not only at fashion shows: she starred in Hollywood films, participated in the creation of jewelry and was a UNEP Goodwill Ambassador. Gisele does not spare the money she earns, donating huge sums to charity and environmental protection. 
By the way, models with the most long legs are not included in the top most expensive ones. .
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Forbes magazine has released its annual list of the world's highest paid models for 2019. For almost fifteen years in a row, Gisele Bundchen took first place in it. Now, for the first time since 2002, the Brazilian supermodel has given way to the “young and playful” Kendall Jenner.
It should also be noted that there are no black models in the selection. Liu Wen and Chrissy Teigen are the only non-Caucasian women, and Ashley Graham remains the first and only non-standard size model.
We present to you the top 10 highest paid models according to Forbes.
10 Ashley Graham
For more than ten years, this plus-size model (14 American or 54 Russian), with her curvaceous forms, has proven that model business not created for only skinny people. She was even filmed for the popular US sports publication Sports Illustrated.
During the year, Graham earned $5.5 million, mainly through contracts with plus-size clothing manufacturer Lane Bryant, clothing retailer Hennes & Mauritz and other brands.
9 Bella Hadid
This 21-year-old beauty is a new face on the list. In addition, Bella is the youngest model compared to other participants in the rating. Her capital amounted to 6 million dollars and was earned through partnerships with several famous brands, including Dior Beauty and Nars.
8 Liu Wen
In a business that still caters to light-skinned models, Liu's career has been full of firsts. She was the first Asian model to star for Estee Lauder, was invited to participate in the Victoria's Secret show and was photographed for the cover of the women's magazine Vogue USA.
This oriental beauty also appears in advertisements for luxury lingerie from La Perla and clothing from Puma.
Liu Wen's capital is estimated by Forbes experts at $6.5 million.
7 Karlie Kloss
During her modeling career, 25-year-old Carly has already appeared on the cover of the popular women's publication Vogue 36 times. Her high fees stem from lucrative deals with Adidas, Swarovski and Express. Over the course of a year, she increased her fortune by $9 million.
In addition to her day job, Kloss founded Kode With Klossy, a non-profit organization that has taught more than 500 women and girls the basics of computer programming. She also created a YouTube channel and hosts a talk show on Freeform.
6 Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Much of her $9.5 million net worth comes from selling her own lingerie, makeup and fragrance lines at British department store Marks & Spencers.
In June 2019, Rose and Jason Statham gave birth to their first child, however, the model successfully combines career and motherhood. She recently endorsed for jewelry house Nirav Modi and fragrance Burberry and also launched a denim line with Paige.
5 Gigi Hadid
With an army of 37 million fans on Instagram, the 22-year-old model is in high demand among youth brands. She was able to earn 9.5 million dollars in a year. In addition, Hadid has her own collections of cosmetics from Maybeline, glasses from Vogue and capsule collections with Tommy Hilfiger.
Bella and Gigi Hadid set their own record by becoming the first sisters ever to make it into the top ten richest top models in the world together.
4 Adriana Lima
This bright black-haired beauty is already 36 years old. Despite her age, which is atypical for a model, Lima remains one of the Victoria’s Secret “angels”. Moreover, a “long-lived angel.” The first time she participated in a lingerie show was in 2000. Adriana is the face of the fashion brand Sportmax and Marc Jacobs fragrances, and her annual net worth is $10.5 million.
3 Chrissy Teigen
Outside of the fashion world, Teigen's income comes from endorsement deals with food and beverage companies (plus sales of her own cookbook). She also advertises hair care products from the Tresemme brand and one of the leaders in the cosmetics industry, the Australian company BECCA. This year brought the model 13.5 million dollars.
2 Gisele Bundchen
Despite her retirement from the runway, the 37-year-old Brazilian native still earns millions ($17.5 million this year), thanks to her appearances in Vogue Paris ads and shoots for shoe brand Arezzo.
1 Kendall Jenner
Thanks to major deals with Adidas, Estee Lauder, and La Perla (among others), the television show Keeping Up with the Kardashians, and a clothing line with sister Kylie, Kendall Jenner topped the annual ranking of the richest supermodels. This has also been helped by the income the 22-year-old model receives from advertising on Instagram, where she has 85 million followers.
According to Forbes, the list of the 10 highest-paid models is determined by calculating pre-tax profits earned between June 1, 2016 and June 1, 2019, which includes income from contracts with cosmetics, perfume and other brands.