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Twiggy
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Actor Born: September 19, 1949 in Neasden, London, England, UK Biography:Pencil-thin British fashion model Leslie Hornsby, better (and appropriately) known as "Twiggy", burst onto the fashion scene when she was a mere 17. For several months, "Twiggy" was the personification of "Swinging" London (or Mod London, if you prefer); she adorned the cover of virtually every magazine except Field and Stream, and was on hand for all the "in" parties and public events always decked out in the trendiest frocks. A 1967 TV special revealed this supermodel to be a giggly, somewhat airheaded cockney kid, but this "everygirl" quality only enhanced her charm. In 1971, "Twiggy" was chosen to star in "Ken Russell"'s expensive filmization of the old stage musical "The Boy Friend", acquitting herself quite nicely. "Twiggy" continued to play leading roles in films and TV productions into the late '80s. Never an award-winning actress, she was always a pleasing screen personality, with a... Full Biography
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