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Famous as :
Supermodel, actressBirth Date :
May 22, 1970Birth Place :
Streatham, London, England, UKClaim to fame :
The first black model on the cover of Life Magazine and Fashion of the Times Magazine
Pleaded Guilty to Assault, Naomi Campbell Sentenced to 200 Hours of Community Service
June 21, 2008 11:06:08It appears that Naomi Campbell never learns her lesson and instead let her anger takes control of her mood. The temperamental supermodel was sentenced to 200 hours of community service after pleading guilty to assaulting two police officers during an "air rage" incident at Heathrow Airport in early April.
Campbell, who's known for her tempestuous behavior and frequent confrontations with her staff, faces substantial fines and up to six months in jail should she's found guilty to the six offense charges stemmed from an April incident during which she spat at British Airways cabin crew and police who removed her from a flight in handcuffs while waiting on the tarmac at Heathrow. She, nevertheless, managed to avoid jail sentence, pleaded guilty to the charges, admitting to kicking and spitting at police officers after going off at airline staff for losing her luggage.
Naomi Campbell Joining 'Ugly Betty' Cast for Season Finale
April 24, 2008 10:04:35The easily-get-mad Naomi Campbell shows her ugly side, literally. The supermodel, who's boycotted and been boycotted by British Airways following the chaos she made early last month, is about to guest star in ABC's hit series "Ugly Betty", it's been claimed.
A representative for ABC confirmed the claim Wednesday, April 23 that Naomi would play herself in the second season finale. She thus follows in the footstep of former guest stars Victoria Adams and hard rock bass guitarist and vocalist Gene Simmons.
Gisele Bundchen's Most Alluring Body Exposed at Photo Exhibit
April 23, 2008 11:04:54Bringing back its annual "Most Alluring Bodies" exhibit, Allure magazine is having the naked pics of Gisele Bundchen and Scarlett Johansson to be showed off to public during the event. The photo exhibit is about to be hosted by Allure Editor-in-Chief Linda Wells and expected to take place on May 7 at Skylight Studios.
As for Gisele, she according to E! News poses topless in jeans and a big floppy hat with her back to the camera. Scarlett, elsewhere, is photographed lying on a couch in a pair of underwear and a beaded top.
Representative for Naomi Campbell Explained the Supermodel's Assault Arrest
April 04, 2008 04:04:39A representative for Naomi Campbell was quick to share explanation on the supermodel's arrest at London's Heathrow Airport on Thursday afternoon, April 3 for investigation of assaulting a police officer. Defending his client Jeff Raymond told Access Hollywood, "Naomi was flying to Los Angeles for a memorial service on Thursday, April 3. She arrived at Heathrow Terminal 5 in plenty of time, checked her two bags in and was told they would make the flight."
Raymond went on explaining, "Once on the plane, she was told one bag could not be found and was missing. [British Airways] decided to resolve this by insisting she leave the flight and then called the police to forcibly eject her from the flight." Campbell then, according to Raymond's explanation, "was taken to the Heathrow Police Station and released on police bail."
Naomi Campbell Arrested at London Airport on Suspicion of Assaulting Police Officer
April 04, 2008 09:04:51Naomi Campbell was arrested Thursday afternoon, April 3 for investigation of assaulting a police officer at London's Heathrow Airport, it has been reported. The supermodel was arrested at Heathrow Airport's newly-opened Terminal 5 for allegedly spitting at a police officer.
Campbell was flying to Los Angeles for a Thursday memorial service when she discovered one of her carry-on bags was missing. The Sun says cops first tried to calm her down, assured her that they would forward along the luggage to her final destination should it turn up.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Whisked Away from Hospital
March 01, 2008 09:03:48Naomi Campbell is a model patient no more. The British supermodel was released Friday, February 29 from the Brazilian hospital where she underwent surgery Monday, February 25 for the removal of what was described as a small cyst.
"The patient has recovered well from her surgery," the Hospital Sirio-Libanes said in a statement. One of the doctors who operated on her, furthermore, said Naomi is "perfectly fine" and has been recommended to stay in Brazil resting before resuming work.
Naomi Campbell Hospitalized in Brazil for Cyst Removal
February 27, 2008 09:02:16Naomi Campbell is a model patient. The British supermodel was hospitalized in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Monday night, February 25 for the removal of a small cyst. She was admitted to Sirio Libanes Hospital and reportedly flew all the way from London to Sao Paulo to have the surgery.
Naomi, who's a frequent visitor to Brazil, celebrated Carnival earlier this month in the northeastern city of Salvador. A representative for the catwalk queen confirmed her hospitalization, saying "Naomi Campbell was admitted to the hospital ... to have a small cyst removed. Following the successful procedure, she is now resting and is looking forward to getting back to work. She would like to thank the doctors who have kindly looked after her."
Naomi Campbell Engaged to Brazilian Billionaire Marcus Elias?!
February 18, 2008 01:02:08Has been romantically linked to numbers of men, it is safe to say that Naomi Campbell has finally found the man of her life. The British supermodel has fueled engagement report after she was spotted sporting an engagement ring, which was widely believed to be given to her by Brazilian billionaire Marcus Elias.
Naomi and Marcus reportedly met just two weeks ago at a Vogue party in Sao Paolo and soon thereafter became very close together. Marcus was said to arrive at the party with local actress and model Ildi Silva but he soon switched his attention to Naomi. And so, the twosome ended the evening cuddling up together.
Kate Moss and The Queen Listed Among Vogue Magazine's Today's Glamorous Women
November 05, 2007 03:11:01Becoming the queen for her people, it is Queen Elizabeth II's first foray into the entertainment world with her being included on Vogue Magazine's list of Today's Glamorous Women for its December 2007 issue, praised for being "as glamorous in her brogues and headscarf in Balmoral as she is wearing the crown jewels."
Defined the word glamor as "about how you wear something, not about what you wear," the Fashion bible places The Queen alongside a host of hugely popular names on its 50-strong "Definitive List of Today's Glamorous Women," which among others include veteran actress Helen Mirren and British socialite Jemima Khan, who's also known as Hugh Grant's former girlfriend.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Announced Plans for Charity Fashion Show
September 11, 2007 02:09:12
"Fashion For Relief." Supermodels will do the runway for good deed. Supermodel Naomi Campbell has announced plans for a charity fashion show in London to raise money for the victims of this year's UK floods.
To help launch the event, to be held in the British Fashion Council tent at the Natural History Museum on the evening of September 20th, Campbell has recruited some of her supermodel friends, including Yasmin Le Bon, Elle MacPherson, and Jodie Kidd among others.
Kanye West Named GQ's International Man of the Year
September 06, 2007 03:09:32
Kanye West was one lucky winner at the 10th annual GQ Awards held Tuesday night September 4th at Covent Garden's Royal Opera House in London. The rap star was named International Man of the Year, had his award being handed by actress Rosario Dawson.
The GQ Awards, said to "have always been about honoring the most talented British men (and one Woman!) from politics to the press, sport to entertainment," was hosted by renowned music legend Sir Elton John.
Naomi Campbell Snapped with a Ring on Her Wedding Finger
September 01, 2007 11:09:07
Our supermodel is single no more. Naomi Campbell is engaged.
The Streatham-born female sparked engagement rumors after she was spotted wearing a ring on her wedding finger while attending a dinner in honor of Nelson Mandela on Wednesday August 29th at the Dorchester Hotel.
Naomi Campbell Filmed the Advert for Dunkin' Donuts
June 20, 2007 01:06:34
Naomi Campbell is profiting from her bad reputation. The British supermodel reportedly is starring in a new commercial for Dunkin' Donuts, which is a spoof on her violent behavior.
"In the script Naomi is gardening in an evening dress. Something goes wrong, she gets frustrated, and she flips out. She then takes her shoe off and throws it through a window. Next to her is a Martha Stewart type who is calm, cool and collected, thanks to her frozen Dunkin' Donuts drink," a source tells the New York Post.
Naomi Campbell Settles Assault Suit with Former Employee
June 18, 2007 03:06:28
Naomi Campbell does learn her lesson. Being sentenced to five days community service after pleaded guilty to a charge of reckless assault against her maid Ana Scolavino on January 16, 2007, apparently, has taught the British supermodel the best lesson of life. Maybe won't involve in worse legal wrangling, Naomi decided to make good with her former secretary, Amanda Brack, who accused her of physical and verbal assault.
The settlement of the lawsuit brought by Amanda became final Thursday June 14th, when Manhattan state Supreme Court Justice Emily Jane Goodman officially issued an order to dismiss the case. Details of the settlement were being kept under wrap, and neither party give any comments concerning that encounter.
Naomi Campbell Back Into Acting
May 28, 2007 11:05:06
Still eager to attach herself to film industry, supermodel Naomi Campbell is poised to play a lead role in a romantic comedy feature titled "Bad Love", Vogue Paris has reported.
Expected to come up in October or November this year, the flick centers on an actress who gets unlucky in love. Taking director's chair is Catherine Breillat, a French filmmaker known for her distinctively personal films on sexuality, which earns her the "porno auteuriste" label.
Naomi Campbell's Community Service Diary to Be Featured in W Magazine
May 09, 2007 10:05:01
Naomi Campbell learned one or two things from her community service. Already experienced blessing in disguise, the supermodel presents the "confession of a toilet scrubber," revealing extracts of her diaries during her community service.
Campbell, who spent five days mopping, sweeping and scrubbing toilets in Manhattan, wrote a diary of the days in which she talks about taking responsibility for her actions and bonding with her co-workers. The New York Post published the extracts of the diary entries Monday May 7th.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Reportedly Dating Hotelier Andre Balazs
May 08, 2007 09:05:02
Drama follows where she goes. Naomi Campbell creates media headlines when she was spotted having a dinner date with hotel mogul and actress Uma Thurman's ex, Andre Balazs.
Talk is heating up that they are dating soon after the duo was spotted having a very cozy diner at Waverly Inn last week and they were also spotted together at former model Kelly Killoren Bensimon's birthday party at Pop Burger.
Naomi Campbell Is No-Show at Her New Reality Show for MTV
April 13, 2007 01:04:59
The troubled supermodel Naomi Campbell was no-show at her new reality show for MTV, thus forcing the network to axe the program at the last minute.
Campbell has been scheduled to start shooting the so-called "The Minion" reality show this week, reportedly to be on April 9th, before suddenly having a change of heart.
Naomi Campbell Planning to Launch Lingerie Line
April 02, 2007 02:04:43
The supermodel is busier than ever. Not only Naomi Campbell is having a week of community service, but also she is planning to launch lingerie label.
Campbell who has just completed a week's community service in New York for assaulting her assistant, is about to launch her own signature lingerie line. She is said to team up with fashion designer Christopher Kane.
Gerard Butler and Naomi Campbell, New Couple?!
March 30, 2007 02:03:39
Gerard Butler and Naomi Campbell. What do they have in common? Can you please find one? If not then here I tell you what. They have the same feeling toward each other.
Speculation is mounting that Butler and Campbell are couple. Completed her five days of community service as a result of throwing a cell phone at a former employee, the supermodel returned to New York where she has been spotted out and about with Butler several times.
On Naomi Campbell, Terrence Howard and Quincy Jones
March 08, 2007 10:03:40
Troubled supermodel Naomi Campbell was on Wednesday March 7th ordered to five days of community service after she was pleaded guilty for hitting her maid with a mobile phone.
Concerning the sentence, Campbell is scheduled to start scrubbing the floors at a Sanitation Department warehouse on the Lower East Side of Manhattan on March 19th to 23rd.
Terrence Howard and Naomi Campbell Are A Hot New Item
February 24, 2007 09:02:39
Academy Award-nominated American film and stage actor Terrence Howard is dating troubled supermodel Naomi Campbell it has been reported. Rumors on the street say that the pair will make their debut as a couple at the Oscars on Sunday Feb 25th.
On the new couple, a source tells New York Daily News, "Naomi's new main squeeze is Terrence. They are making their debut as a couple this weekend and will attend all the Oscar parties together."
The Elle Style Awards Winners
February 15, 2007 04:02:00
Madonna, Naomi Campbell, and Penelope Cruz were among the winners at the Elle Style Awards, the "unofficial fashion Oscars", held in Camden's Roundhouse in London Tuesday Feb 13th.
While the "Material Girl" has been named the Most Stylish Star, supermodel Campbell was hailed as Best Model, and Cruz nabbed the award for Best Film thanks to "Volver".
Naomi Campbell Hailed as the Goodwill Ambassador for Rio de Janeiro
January 24, 2007 02:01:32
Aside from the many negative publication concerning her private life, Naomi Campbell has on Friday January 19th been appointed ambassador for Rio de Janeiro.
On the supermodel choosing, Mayor Cesar Maia said that it is all because Campbell "has an image which is the face of Rio de Janeiro, and can represent the city abroad like no-one else".
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Lands "Ugly Betty" Role
January 22, 2007 03:01:33
She's been through trial after trial for assaulting her housekeeper with her mobile phone, but now Naomi Campbell is ready to make a comeback to spotlight. The supermodel has landed a role on the hit TV series "Ugly Betty".
Thus, the Golden-Globe winning series will see her as a loon who loves to shop. "On Ugly Betty I'll play a loony who loves to shop and can't find a man. I like that sort of role," Campbell was quoted as saying.
Naomi Campbell Considering to Appear on Oprah Winfrey's Talk Show
December 19, 2006 01:12:22
After some encounters with the law, Naomi Campbell is about to clear her name with the intention to regain her good reputation. With the intention to do so, the supermodel is reportedly considering to make an appearance on the Oprah Winfrey's talk show.
Widely known as a troubled supermodel, Naomi has on Wednesday Dec 13th been cleared of attacking her former counselor. However, she's still facing lawsuits from former employees who allege she physically abused them.
British Supermodel Naomi Campbell Being Handed the 'Foot in Mouth' Award
December 14, 2006 03:12:26
British supermodel Naomi Campbell has been honored by the Plain English Campaign Tuesday night Dec 12th with its annual "Foot in Mouth" award for 2006.
Campbell took the honor for "a baffling quote made by a public figure" by reportedly declaring, "I love England, especially the food. There's nothing I like more than a lovely bowl of pasta."
The Best of Naomi Campbell
November 23, 2006 10:11:28
No stranger to controversy, Naomi Campbell stole the show this week when she looked her best on the catwalk, showcasing glamorous creations by young Polish designers, Agniesz Maciejak and Wojtek Dziedzic.
The one of the world's most sought-after models made her return to the catwalk at the third Lexus Fashion night in the Polish city of Warsaw. A source is quoted as saying in the Sun newspaper: "All eyes were on Naomi. She looked amazing. I'm glad to see her back doing what she does best."
Trouble Has Found Naomi Campbell, Again
November 15, 2006 11:11:40
Naomi Campbell never has enough in her life. Don't know what's wrong with this British catwalker that she again is being sued by a former maid, Gaby Gibson, who says she assaulted her while calling her a dumb Romanian.
The lawsuit, filed Tuesday Nov 14th in New York, is Gaby's second lawsuit against the supermodel. Gaby first sued Campbell in June for employment discrimination, civil assault and battery and personal injury. The suit was thrown out.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Released on Bail After An Arrest in London
October 26, 2006 09:10:08
This just in. Supermodel Naomi Campbell was released on bail Thursday Oct 26th after being arrested in London Wednesday Oct 25th on suspicion of assault. Per Sky News it is said that the beauty was arrested on Wednesday afternoon after a woman filed a complaint in a central London police station and made an allegation of assault.
Authorities said Campbell has not been charged, but was held for questioning after a woman, believed to be her drug counselor, filed a police report stating that she had been attacked by Campbell at the legally challenged cover girl's Westminster home. Speaking on the incident, a spokesman for the supermodel, however, tend to perceive it simply as "misunderstanding."
Naomi Campbell Arrested for Causing Disturbance
July 22, 2006 09:07:16
Here is Naomi Campbell's another run-in with the law. The supermodel was arrested in London earlier this month after allegedly causing a disturbance outside a former boyfriend's home.
The Sun tabloid reported that police were called after Campbell arrived at the house in the early hours of July 10 seeking the return of some possessions. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that a woman had been arrested for disturbing the peace in London's Belgravia district. She was freed without charge several hours later and no further action is expected to be taken against her.
Pharrell Williams Will Front Louis Vuitton Campaign
July 07, 2006 01:07:36
Pharrell Williams, the frontman of The Neptunes, will front Louis Vuitton's 2006 and 2007 men's fashion range. The ads features the singer surrounded by monogrammed Louis Vuitton suitcases, as well as the fashion house's new Innsbruck carryall bag.
Pharrell will also appear alongside a variety of models, including Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell who both have been tapped to front the women's range.
Campbell Faced Lawsuit from Another Maid
June 27, 2006 03:06:13
After being struck by the case of beating her maid Millicent Burton in August 2004, Naomi Campbell again had to engage in similar battle as another maid of her named Gaby Gibson has filed a lawsuit accusing her of conducting personal injuries, employment discrimination, civil assault, and civil battery apart from other complaints she alleged in a terse single-sheet filing in Manhattan's state Supreme Court on Monday, June 26. Demanding unspecified compensation for the damages she received, the maid previously has revealed all in an interview published by the New York Post last April, saying that the supermodel hit her on January 17 while threatening to get her arrested after she was unable to find a specific pair of jeans.
As for Campbell side, there has been no word yet from both her publicist and lawyer, Thomas D. Shanahan. The catwalker herself is about to appear on court by Tuesday June 27 to deal with her cell-phone throwing incident toward Ana Scolavino, which also revolved around the case of the missing jeans.
A £1 Million 36th Birthday Party of Naomi Campbell
May 19, 2006 03:05:53
Famous supermodel Naomi Campbell is going to celebrate her 36th birthday next week. And to mark the significant day the star is planning to throw a £1 million party in Dubai.
The lavish celebration reportedly will take place in the seven-star Burj Al Arab hotel, in which Naomi has hired out all 18 floors. Set to begin on Sunday, the feast will have a different theme in each day.
Q Magazine's Worst Albums of All Time
April 01, 2006 01:04:51
Q magazine has recently conducted a poll on the Worst Albums of All Time. Involving almost 2000 people, including professional guitarists and music teachers, Duran Duran's 1995 album "Thank You" comes on the very top position of the poll.
The set, a collection of covers featuring songs by artists who have influenced Duran Duran throughout the years, was claimed as "abysmal on every level". That's according to Gareth Grundy, Deputy Director of Q, who commented "Sometimes these things are redeemed by some sort of kitsch value, but it didn't even have that".
Supermodel Naomi Campbell Charged With Assault
March 31, 2006 03:03:17
Naomi Campbell is in trouble again after another. The supermodel was arrested Thursday March 30th, 2006 at her Park Avenue home and charged with assault soon following an incident during which she beat her housekeeper, Ana Scolavino, over the head with a mobile phone which struck her on the back of the head and opened a cut that needed four staples.
It was all began when Campbell couldn't find a pair of jeans she wanted to wear on "Oprah" and so accused Ana of stealing it. Campbell's lawyer, David Breitbart, explained that Scolavino had been working for Campbell for two to three months and was being fired because several items were missing from the house. "When this happened this morning, all hell broke loose," he said.
Campbell Legal Battle with King of Botox
March 05, 2006 10:03:21
Supermodel Naomi Campbell involves in legal battle. The beauty is suing a top cosmetic surgeon known as 'The King of Botox' for more than £50,000 for claiming that she was one of Dr Jean-Louis Sebagh's clients and endorsed him. Concerning the claims, which were published in Hello! magazine, Campbell's lawyer Gideon Benaim told The Sun: "Our client Miss Naomi Campbell does not endorse Dr Sebagh's products."
Denied having plastic surgery of any kind, Campbell insists "I don't need it because 'black don't crack'" while adding "My grandmother has fantastic genes and only about one wrinkle." Meanwhile, Dr Sebagh refused to give further comments on that matter.
Naomi Campbell Had an Affair with Robbie Williams
November 23, 2005 10:11:58"A lie has no legs." So the proverb says and it's true. You can't hide the truth for any longer so you better be an honest person. Learn from our supermodel Naomi Campbell and don't you ever dare to make the same mistake as hers. The beauty is reported to have had an affair with Robbie Williams. About this, Campbell's former personal assistant, Rebecca White, has revealed all.
White said that Campbell had a year-long affair with the singer at the time she was still dating Formula 1 team, Renault's boss, Flavio Briatore. Worse, White claimed to have seen both of them in bed which then made it obvious for her that they shared more than just a platonic friendship. "She would talk fondly about Robbie from time to time, so I knew they were acquainted. But the first time I actually met him was that day in February 2001 when I walked into Naomi's bedroom...and found them cuddled up in her bed," so White said.
From Naomi to Katrina
September 08, 2005 01:09:36Is heartbroken by the scenes of devastation in the US, supermodel Naomi Campbell willingly donates her entire earnings from upcoming New York Fashion Week to aid the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The beauty has decided to donate all her catwalk fees to the American Red Cross and offering services to any designer who agrees to donate her salary to the relief effort in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, to which she has the passionate links because her first fashion shoot took place there.
Campbell Joins Campaign to Fight Poverty in Brazil
April 27, 2005 11:04:14Supermodel Naomi Campbell teamed up with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a campaign to fight poverty in Brazil, held on Tuesday April 26, 2005, by selling trendy "We love Brazil" T-shirts. Further Campbell explained the designer shirts would go on sale in airports and shops, and profits go to children's charities in the South American country she calls her second home.
In relation with the campaign, Campbell will also act as an ambassador for Brazil's fast-growing tourist industry as well as Lulu's plan to reduce wealth inequalities. While pursuing the tourists there to sell the T-shirts worldwide, the model said "Anyone who loves Brazil should wear the T-shirt to raise awareness and raise funds."
Cocaine Impact on Supermodel Campbell
February 25, 2005 11:02:03Naomi Campbell points her finger at the harm cocaine for causing her notoriously short temper, sent her to anger management classes in 1998 after hitting her then-personal assistant Georgina Galanis.
Invited to Diane Sawyer on American TV's Primetime Live in February 23 night, Campbell obviously blamed "the stuff" for wiping her inner and outer charm away. In addition she also shared the worst impact cocaine had in her that it draw her too an over confident feeling ended in an indispensable thought. Horrible?!
