Kristina Pimenova gained fame as the ‘most beautiful girl globally’ at the tender age of nine, attributed to her striking blue eyes and flowing blonde hair. Despite her rapid rise to international recognition, some critics found the images of the young schoolgirl unsettling.
Hailing from Russia, Kristina started her modeling career at the age of three, thanks to her mother Glikeriya Pimenova’s social media posts that went viral. Although Glikeriya faced backlash for allegedly sexualizing her daughter through the photos, she defended her actions by claiming that Kristina’s poses were entirely natural, even during beach photoshoots.
In response to the criticism, Glikeriya maintained that all of Kristina’s photographs were innocent, emphasizing that she never forced any particular poses on her daughter. Despite the controversy, Kristina continued to collaborate with renowned fashion brands like Vogue, Armani, Burberry, and Dolce & Gabbana.
Now 19 years old and based in Moscow, Kristina is pursuing her passion for acting while studying at a drama school. She has already appeared in several films in Russia, including The Russian Bride, Secret Neighbour, and Creators: The Past.
Reflecting on her early fame, Kristina expressed positivity towards her modeling career, describing it as a natural progression that began as a playful exploration in her childhood. She highlighted the friendships and travel opportunities that came with modeling, shaping her experience into a cherished part of her youth.
While Kristina continues to model, her primary focus lies in acting. Her Instagram bio conveys a message of inner beauty with the phrase: “Remember, beauty is inside.”
Before Kristina’s rise to prominence, Thylane Blondeau captured attention as “the most beautiful little girl in the world” at the age of six when she modeled for Jean Paul Gaultier. Thylane later collaborated with prestigious fashion houses such as Dolce and Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, L’Oreal, Chanel, and Versace.
Thylane faced criticism for her feature in Vogue Enfant due to the perceived sexualized styling and positioning, which sparked widespread disapproval. However, her mother Veronica Loubry defended the controversial shoot, focusing on the value of the necklace worn by Thylane in the photoshoot.
Now 24 years old and residing in Aix-en-Provence, France, Thylane has evolved into a successful model and actress. She made a notable appearance at the Cannes Film Festival and has ventured into entrepreneurship with her fashion label, Heaven May, and cosmetics brand, Enalyht.