Naomi Campbell Then & Now: See Photos Of The Supermodel Through The Years

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May 22, 2023 10:31AM EDT

Naomi Campbell turns 52 on May 22, and in honor of the occasion, we’re looking back at her evolution from rising model to total superstar!

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Naomi Campbell Through The Years

Naomi Campbell Through The Years — Undeniable fashion icon. Naomi Campbell is, to this day, one of the most sought-after and respected supermodels in the world. She started professionally modeling at the young age of just 15-years-old, when she first appeared on the cover of British Elle Magazine. All these years later, Naomi has gone on to model for Versace, Calvin Klein, H&M, Express, and so many more. She’s appeared in countless magazines and worked with dozens upon dozens of designers and photographers, creating a career that is towering in the fashion industry. And she doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon. Naomi is also a happy mother of one, announcing her daughter’s arrival in May 2021.

Here, Naomi Campbell models during the Ralph Lauren Spring 1990 Ready to Wear Fashion Show in New York on Nov. 1, 1989, taking to the catwalk in this stunning piece. Naomi was only 19-years-old when she hit the runway!

To see more stunning images of the ageless model through the years, check out the rest of the gallery!

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Naomi Campbell Models The Calvin Klein Collection Spring 1990

Naomi Campbell Models The Calvin Klein Collection Spring 1990 — Naomi Campbell models the Calvin Klein Collection in Spring 1990 Ready To Wear Fashion Show on Oct. 31, 1989. She looked so stunning in this candid black and white image.

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Naomi Campbell At The Limelight Nightclub

Naomi Campbell At The Limelight Nightclub — Naomi Campbell at the Limelight Nightclub in New York. She wore quite the outfit and donned her hair in an afro.

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Naomi Campbell In Valentino

Naomi Campbell In Valentino — Naomi Campbell in Valentino during a fashion show. She twirled her skirt and showed off the beautiful garment.

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Naomi Campbell Models At Stern Jewelry in New York

Naomi Campbell Models At Stern Jewelry in New York — Naomi Campbell models Stern Jewelry in New York in 1995. Her gold necklace was so eye-catching.

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Naomi Campbell In Versace

Naomi Campbell In Versace — Naomi Campbell models Versace. She was so striking in this look.

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Naomi Campbell Models Fendi Spring 1992

Naomi Campbell Models Fendi Spring 1992 — Model Naomi Campbell in the Fendi Spring 1992 Ready to Wear Presentation in Italy on March 15, 1995. She chilled out on stage.

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Naomi Campbell At The Vogue/ Laureus Party

Naomi Campbell At The Vogue/ Laureus Party — Naomi Campbell at the Vogue/ Laureus party in Monte Carlo in Monaco in 2000. She wore this floral dress for the event.

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Naomi Campbell At A Michael Jackson Party

Naomi Campbell At A Michael Jackson Party — Naomi Campbell attends the Michael Jackson Solo Career 30th Anniversary at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sept. 7, 2001. She went casual and showed off her strong core.

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Naomi Campbell At The ‘Miracle on 42nd Street’ Holiday Party

Naomi Campbell At The ‘Miracle on 42nd Street’ Holiday Party — Naomi Campbell at the ‘Miracle on 42nd Stree’ Holiday Party in New York on Dec. 17, 2002. She looked gorgeous in her white fur coat!

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Naomi Campbell At The 2002 VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards

Naomi Campbell At The 2002 VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards — Naomi Campbell at the 2002 VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards after-party for the at the Hudson Hotel in New York City on October 15, 2002. She looked so glam in this outfit!

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Naomi Campbell At The ‘Fade To Black’ Premiere

Naomi Campbell At The ‘Fade To Black’ Premiere — Naomi Campbell at the ‘Fade To Black’ film premiere in New York City on Nov. 4, 2004. She wore a monochromatic ensemble with dazzling jewelry.

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Naomi Campbell At Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs’ 35th Birthday Party

Naomi Campbell At Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs’ 35th Birthday Party — Naomi Campbell attends Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs 35th Birthday party in New York on Nov. 4, 2004. She wore a head wrap and a flower in her hair.

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Naomi Campbell In The Victoria’s Secret Holiday Fashion Show

Naomi Campbell In The Victoria’s Secret Holiday Fashion Show — Naomi Campbell on the runway at Victoria’s Secret’s 2005 show at the New York State Armory. She looked positively stunning in this look.

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Naomi Campbell At A Charity Auction

Naomi Campbell At A Charity Auction — Naomi Campbell attends the charity auction for the food bank for New York and the Lunchbox Fund in NYC on Oct. 13, 2005. She dress quite casual for the event.

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Naomi Campbell At A Fashion Show In Poland

Naomi Campbell At A Fashion Show In Poland — British Topmodel Naomi Campbell Presents on a Catwalk a Creation During a ‘Lexus Fashion Night 3’ Fashion Show in Warsaw on Nov. 17, 2006. She stunned in the gorgeous purple garment.

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Naomi Campbell At The South Africa World Aids Day

Naomi Campbell At The South Africa World Aids Day — British Supermodel and Ambassador Naomi Campbell Waves to the Crowd at the 46664 Concert in Johannesburg South Africa on Dec. 1, 2007. 46664 is Former South African President Nelson Mandela’s Prison Number and Today Symbolises the Struggle Against HIV/AIDS.

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Naomi Campbell In Paris

Naomi Campbell In Paris — Model Naomi Campbell at Louis Vuitton’s Paris showroom. Naomi, a global ambassador for the White Ribbon Alliance, wears a monogram leather bag available in March 2010 that will benefit the maternal mortality organization.

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Naomi Campbell At The British Fashion Awards

Naomi Campbell At The British Fashion Awards — Naomi Campbell at the British Fashion Awards in London on Dec. 7, 2010. She wore an all black ensemble and totally rocked it!

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Naomi Campbell At The Opening Of The Pirelli Flagship

Naomi Campbell At The Opening Of The Pirelli Flagship — British model Naomi Campbell arrives for the unveiling of the first ‘Pirelli Corso Venezia’ flagship store in Milan. She wore this star-studded dress and looked flawless!

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Naomi Campbell At The ‘Skyfall’ Premiere

Naomi Campbell At The ‘Skyfall’ Premiere — Naomi Campbell at the ‘Skyfall’ Royal World Film Premiere in London on Oct. 23, 2012. She looked gorgeous in her black and white suit.

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Naomi Campbell Walks Roberto Cavalli

Naomi Campbell Walks Roberto Cavalli — Model Naomi Campbell on the runway at Roberto Cavalli’s fall 2012 show at Arco della Pace. She looked gorgeous in this gown with black leather gloves.

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Naomi Campbell Poses For ‘The Face’

Naomi Campbell Poses For ‘The Face’ — Naomi poses for photographers during a photocall at the swimming pool of the Martinez Hotel during the 29th MIPCOM (International Film and Programme Market for TV, Video,Cable and Satellite) in Cannes, France in 2013. Naomi was promoting ‘The Face,’ which sees three international models go head-to-head in a battle to find the undiscovered face who has what it takes to front a world-renowned brand.

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Naomi Campbell Glows

Naomi Campbell Glows — Naomi Campbell is glowing. Her white dress and smile lit up the room.

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Naomi Campbell At The Evening Standard Theatre Awards

Naomi Campbell At The Evening Standard Theatre Awards — Naomi Campbell attends the Evening Standard Theatre Awards in London on Nov. 30, 2014. She glowed in this gold gown with a black fur wrap.

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Naomi Campbell at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards

Naomi Campbell at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards — Naomi Campbell attends the Evening Standard Theatre Awards in London on Nov. 30, 2014. She wore Burberry and looked stunning.

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Naomi Campbell Arrives at the Annual British Fashion Awards

Naomi Campbell Arrives at the Annual British Fashion Awards — Naomi Campbell arrives at the Annual British Fashion Awards held at the Royal Albert Hall in London Britain on December 5, 2016. The British Fashion Awards recognize the most talented and influential figures in UK fahsoin.

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Naomi Campbell Walks Saint Laurent

Naomi Campbell Walks Saint Laurent — Naomi Campbell wears a creation as part of the Saint Laurent Ready To Wear Spring-Summer 2020 collection unveiled during the fashion week in Paris. Naomi strut her stuff on Sept. 24, 2019.

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Naomi Campbell Attends Valentino

Naomi Campbell Attends Valentino — Naomi Campbell in the front row of the Valentino show during Paris Fashion Week on Sept. 29, 2019. She looked gorgeous in this intricate ensemble.

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Naomi Campbell On ‘Making the Cut’

Naomi Campbell On ‘Making the Cut’ — Naomi Campbell on ‘Making the Cut’ on Jan. 14, 2020. She stunned in this gorgeous dress.

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Naomi Campbell At The Kenneth Ize show

Naomi Campbell At The Kenneth Ize show — Naomi Campbell on the catwalk at the Kenneth Ize show for Fall Winter 2020 during Paris Fashion Week. She rocked a multi-colored striped jacket.

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Naomi Campbell Walks Balmain

Naomi Campbell Walks Balmain — Naomi Campbell walks Balmain’s Spring Summer 2022 show during Paris Fashion Week on Sep. 29, 2021. Her crocheted dress was fantastic.

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Dior Homme show, Arrivals, Fall Winter 2022, Paris Fashion Week Men’s, France – 21 Jan 2022

Dior Homme show, Arrivals, Fall Winter 2022, Paris Fashion Week Men’s, France – 21 Jan 2022 — Naomi Campbell at Dior Homme show. Her black look was oh-so-chic for the Jan. 21, 2022 event during Paris Fashion Week.

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