Natalia Vodianova is a Russian model, philanthropist, public speaker, and businesswoman. She grew up amidst poverty and was raised by her mother after her father abandoned the family. By 15, Natalia had secured a modeling contract, and by 17, she had signed with Viva Models in Paris. She has modeled for brands such as Calvin Klein, Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Versace. She has been on the covers of magazines such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Elle. Natalia is now a prominent philanthropist and runs her own charity for disabled kids, the Naked Heart Foundation. She co-founded the app Elbi and has won numerous awards for her philanthropic efforts. She now lives in Paris with her fiancé, Antoine Arnault, and her five kids.
