INTRODUCTION
Lily Aldridge (@lilyaldridge) is a legendary American supermodel and entrepreneur who stands as one of the most beloved figures of the “Angel” era. Known for her classic beauty and sophisticated rock-and-roll lifestyle, she has evolved from a runway mainstay to a successful “SHE.E.O.” In 2026, she is celebrated for her enduring presence in fashion, having recently made a triumphant return to the revamped Victoria’s Secret stage while continuing to build her fragrance and lifestyle empire.
Birth name: Lily Maud Aldridge
Career
Supermodel, Founder of Lily Aldridge Parfums, Philanthropist, YouTube Creator
Birthday
November 15, 1985
Age: 40
Zodiac Sign:
Scorpio
Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Nationality: American
HOW BIG IS Lily Aldridge ON THE NET?
Lily is a global powerhouse with over 5.5 million followers on Instagram and a thriving YouTube channel where she shares “mom-centric” content and beauty tutorials. In late 2025 and early 2026, her digital impact surged following her participation in the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York, which was livestreamed to millions. Her fragrance line, Lily Aldridge Parfums, remains a critical and commercial success, frequently trending in the “clean beauty” and niche perfumery sectors.
HOW DID Lily Aldridge become famous?
Lily’s career reached icon status when she became a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2010. She achieved the ultimate industry honor in 2015 when she was selected to wear the $2 million “Fireworks Fantasy Bra.” Beyond the runway, she gained massive mainstream recognition as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover girl for the 50th-anniversary issue in 2014, appearing alongside Chrissy Teigen and Nina Agdal. Her face has graced the covers of almost every major international edition of Vogue.
BEFORE THE FAME
Lily was born into a creative dynasty: her father was the famed English illustrator Alan Aldridge, and her mother was Playboy Playmate Laura Lyons. Despite her high-fashion pedigree, she grew up as a self-described “soccer girl” in California. She began modeling at 16 for Abercrombie & Fitch, but her “big break” came at 17 when she landed the cover of Vogue Spain in 2003, which instantly made her a favorite of European designers.
CLOSE WITH (ASSOCIATED);
Lily is famously married to Caleb Followill, the frontman of Kings of Leon; they met at Coachella in 2007 and married in 2011. They have two children, Dixie Pearl and Winston Roy. Her inner circle is a roster of supermodel royalty, including her “best friends” Behati Prinsloo, Candice Swanepoel, and Taylor Swift (she was an original member of the “Bad Blood” squad). Professionally, she is a longtime muse for brands like Bulgari, Michael Kors, and Lauren Ralph Lauren.