In the world of fashion, few names carry as much weight as Heidi Klum. But a new generation of Klum is making waves on the runway, and it’s none other than her daughter, Leni. Following in her mom’s footsteps, Leni Klum has taken the fashion industry by storm.
But unlike a typical “nepo baby,” Leni is carving her own path, balancing her famous lineage with a drive to forge her unique identity. This is the story of Leni Klum’s rise in the fashion industry, a journey marked by both legacy and individuality.
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Like Mother, Like Daughter: Heidi Klum and Leni Klum
Heidi Klum and her eldest daughter, Leni Olumi Klum, are truly alike. Leni, born in May 2004 in New York City, is pursuing a modeling career like her mother.
She made her professional debut alongside Heidi in the January/February 2021 issue of Vogue Germany. Heidi expressed her excitement about this opportunity by sharing a heartfelt message to Leni on Instagram.
In her message, Heidi expressed her pride in Leni, emphasizing that Leni is her own person. She acknowledged Leni’s independence and confidence in knowing what she wants. Heidi celebrated Leni’s uniqueness and expressed her happiness that Leni can now confidently show the world who she truly is.
Leni, looking just like her mom, struck a pose in a floral-print dress with big sleeves. She also posted a throwback picture of Heidi’s original Glamour Germany cover, captioned “2001 ⏩ 2021.”
In November 2022, Leni marked their three-year anniversary by sharing a photo of them both wearing green wigs, captioned with “Our little holiday has finally arrived! FLFLFC i love you,” on Instagram.
Heidi Klum and Daughter Leni: Intimissimi Christmas Campaign
Heidi Klum and her daughter Leni Klum started the Christmas season in November 2023 by doing a new photoshoot for Intimissimi, an Italian lingerie brand.
Leni also shared some pictures on Instagram.
In the photos, Leni and Heidi wore matching red lingerie sets. They also had the same red lipstick and their blonde hair was styled similarly. They looked straight at the camera while holding red gift boxes with ribbons.
The series of photos also included pictures of Leni alone, wearing the same red lingerie, and another black lingerie with a feather robe.
Leni’s Stylish Moment with Replay Denim
Leni recently posed for Replay, a denim brand, showcasing her amazing figure and toned body. She wore one of their stylish jackets, drawing attention to the resemblance she shares with her 50-year-old mom, Heidi.
She posted a photo on her Instagram on March 4, where she posed in profile, lifting her arms to her head. She modeled a pair of waist-flaunting jeans and a matching jacket pulled up, with nothing underneath.
Heidi Klum’s Support for Leni’s Modeling Journey
Heidi Klum is fully behind her 19-year-old daughter Leni’s decision to pursue modeling, just like her mother. In an interview with Glamour Germany, Heidi talks about the challenges Leni might face. Despite the advantages of having a famous mom in the industry, Heidi warns Leni about the negatives too.
She tells Leni that being her daughter means she’ll face public scrutiny. Some people might judge her unfairly just because of who her mother is. Heidi emphasizes the importance of having thick skin in this industry, but she trusts that her children can handle it.
Modeling runs in Leni’s blood, and she showed interest in it since she was 13. However, Heidi waited until Leni turned 16, the legal age for driving in the US, before allowing her to pursue modeling.
Even though Leni is making her own decisions, Heidi still plays a supportive role. They talk about everything, from Leni’s offers to choosing outfits for events. Heidi jokes that Leni often chooses outfits that she advised against.
Leni Olumi Klum: Growing Up and Family
Early Years and Family Life
Leni Olumi Klum was born on May 4, 2004, in New York City. Her mom, Heidi, and dad, Seal, adopted her in 2009. Her biological father is Flavio Briatore.
Life with Heidi and Seal
Leni says Heidi and Seal taught her to be true to herself and do what makes her comfortable. She’s grateful for their support and honesty.
Family and Education
Leni grew up mainly in Los Angeles and graduated from Pacifica Christian High School in 2022. She has three siblings from Heidi and Seal: Henry, Johan, and Lou.
Relationships and Bond with Seal
Even though Heidi and Seal separated in 2012 and divorced in 2014, Seal and Leni are still close. In a 2023 Instagram post, Seal shared a photo of them smiling together in New York City.
Romantic Relationship
Leni has been dating Aris Rachevsky since 2019. In August 2023, she posted a cute photo from their vacation in the South of France, showing Aris kissing her on the head.