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Dame Lesley Lawson DBE (born 19 September 1949), widely known by the nickname Twiggy, is an English model and actress. Considered a British cultural icon and a prominent teenage model of the '60s, she first came to prominence for her big eyes, long eyelashes, and short hair.
Twiggy is a British actress and model, recognized as a prominent figure of the 1960s who transitioned into a successful career in film, television, and theatre.
She is known for her starring role in Ken Russell's The Boy Friend, which earned her two Golden Globe awards, as well as roles in films like Madame Sousatzka and The Blues Brothers.
Beyond her foundational work in modeling, she has appeared in musical comedies, thrillers, and television movies, while also contributing to various documentary projects about pop culture history. Follow Twiggy on Mood.