Chrissy Teigen, born Christine Diane Teigen on November 30, 1985, in Delta, Utah, is an American model, television personality, and author. She gained widespread recognition after making her professional modeling debut in the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2010, where she was named "Rookie of the Year."

Her career skyrocketed when she appeared on the 50th-anniversary cover of the magazine in 2014 alongside Nina Agdal and Lily Aldridge. Her modeling career began when she was discovered by a photographer while working at a surf shop in Huntington Beach, California. This chance encounter led to her signing with IMG Models and embarking on a successful career in the fashion industry.

Her early life was marked by her diverse heritage, with her mother, Vilailuck, hailing from Thailand and her father, Ron, being of Norwegian descent. After her birth, her family relocated to Snohomish, Washington, where her parents ran a tavern. Later, they moved to Huntington Beach, California, where her modeling career took off.

In addition to her modeling career, Chrissy Teigen has made significant strides in television. She co-hosted the musical competition series "Lip Sync Battle" with LL Cool J from 2015 to 2019 and was a judge on the comedy competition series "Bring the Funny" in 2019.

Her charismatic personality and quick wit have made her a beloved figure on television. She  has also authored three cookbooks, with her first, "Cravings," becoming a New York Times bestseller. Her passion for food is evident in her cookbooks and her popular food blog, "So Delushious."

Her personal life has also been a subject of public interest. She married singer John Legend in 2013, and the couple has four children together. Their relationship has been widely celebrated, and they often share glimpses of their family life on social media.

She is known for her candid and humorous posts, which have endeared her to millions of followers. However, she has also faced her share of controversies and has been open about her struggles with mental health, including postpartum depression.

Throughout her career, Chrissy Teigen has received numerous awards and accolades. She won the Glamour Award for The Influencer in 2018, the Shorty Award for Best Celebrity in 2019, and the People's Choice Award for The Social Celebrity of 2020. Her influence extends beyond modeling and television, as she is also a prominent social media personality and advocate for various causes.