INTRODUCTION
Stella Maxwell (@stellamaxwell) is a British-Irish supermodel and designer who gained global fame as one of the most prominent Victoria’s Secret Angels. Known for her striking blonde hair, blue eyes, and high-fashion versatility, she has transitioned from a commercial superstar to a respected creative consultant and entrepreneur. In 2026, she remains a definitive fashion icon, recently expanding her portfolio with luxury pet care and high-end design collaborations.
Birth name: Stella Maynes Maxwell
Career
Supermodel, Creative Consultant, Entrepreneur, Brand Ambassador (Max Factor, Marella)
Birthday
May 15, 1990
Age: 35
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
Birthplace: Brussels, Belgium
Nationality: British and Irish (Grew up in New Zealand)
HOW BIG IS Stella Maxwell ON THE NET?
Stella is a digital titan with over 5 million followers on Instagram. Her influence remains peak in 2026; she recently trended for her Spring/Summer 2026 Mackage campaign alongside Matt Bomer and for her triumphant return to the revamped Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in late 2025. She is a favorite of the “TikTok Fashion” community, where her iconic 2010s runway walks for Jeremy Scott and Moschino are frequently shared as “core” high-fashion references.
HOW DID Stella Maxwell become famous?
Stella’s ascent to “Super” status was rapid. She became a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2015, just a year after her first show for the brand. In 2016, she was voted No. 1 on Maxim’s “Hot 100” list. Beyond lingerie, she has been a muse for designers like Jeremy Scott, Karl Lagerfeld, and Donatella Versace. Her high-profile relationships with stars like Miley Cyrus and Kristen Stewart also made her a regular fixture in global tabloid and culture headlines.
BEFORE THE FAME
Stella’s upbringing was truly international. The daughter of Northern Irish diplomats, she lived in Belgium until age 13 before moving to Australia and finally Wellington, New Zealand. She was discovered by a talent scout while studying at the University of Otago in Dunedin. Interestingly, her first major runway appearance for Concept Korea in 2011 involved a famous fall on the catwalk while dressed as a modern-day Snow White—a moment she handled with such grace it actually helped jumpstart her career.
CLOSE WITH (ASSOCIATED);
Stella is openly queer and identifies as sexually fluid. In early 2025 and 2026, she has been romantically linked to singer Jesse Jo Stark, and was previously rumored to be dating soccer star Kylian Mbappé. Her inner circle includes supermodel “besties” Bella Hadid, Lily-Rose Depp, and Adut Akech. Professionally, she is a close collaborator with photographers like Kat Irlin and is the co-founder of Peropero, a luxury pet grooming brand launched in 2024 inspired by her love for animals.
