Kristina Pimenova gained fame as the ‘most beautiful girl in the world’ at the age of nine due to her striking features of blue eyes and long blonde hair. While her photos garnered global attention, some critics found them ‘disturbing.’
Hailing from Moscow, Russia, Kristina started her modeling career at the tender age of three, gaining popularity through social media posts by her mother, Glikeriya Pimenova. Despite facing backlash for allegedly ‘sexualizing’ her daughter, Glikeriya defended the innocence of Kristina’s poses, emphasizing that they were natural and spontaneous.
Kristina’s early success led her to collaborate with renowned fashion brands like Vogue, Armani, Burberry, and Dolce & Gabbana. Currently, at 19 years old, she is pursuing studies at a drama school and has appeared in several films in Russia, including The Russian Bride, Secret Neighbour, and Creators: The Past.
Reflecting on her journey, Kristina shared that modeling came naturally to her as a child, describing it as a playful experience that evolved into making friends and traveling. While she continues modeling, her primary focus now is on acting, as indicated in her Instagram bio: “Remember, beauty is inside.”
Years before Kristina rose to fame, Thylane Blondeau made headlines as “the most beautiful little girl in the world” at six, modeling for Jean Paul Gaultier. Despite criticism for the perceived sexualization in her Vogue Enfant feature, Thylane’s mother, Veronica Loubry, defended the controversial shoot, highlighting the value of the jewelry worn by her daughter.
Now 24 years old, Thylane, from Aix-en-Provence, France, has established herself as a model and actress, gracing the red carpet at prestigious events like the Cannes Film Festival. She has also ventured into entrepreneurship with her own fashion label, Heaven May, and cosmetics brand, Enalyht.